Open Rank tenure track professorship in Earth and Planetary Materials - req# 31368

The Department of Earthand Planetary Sciences (EPS) and the Institute of Meteoritics (IOM) at theUniversity of New Mexico invites applications for an Open Rank faculty positionin the field of Earth and Planetary Materials to begin in August 2025. This isa full-time, Open Rank professorship focusing on the petrology or mineralphysics of the Earth and/or other planets. Applicants must have a PhD in Geoscience, Planetary Science, or arelated field by date of appointment. For best consideration, all applicationmaterials must be received by December 16, 2024.

Ideallythe successful candidate’s research will align well with a number excitingcurrent and future activities supported by NASA and NSF such as the ArtemisProgram and Mars Exploration Program, as well as relevant activities outlinedin "Vision for NSF Earth Sciences 2020-2030: Earth in Time". The Department ofEarth and Planetary Sciences has a fulltime tenured/tenure track faculty of 13and offers undergraduate degrees in Earth and Planetary Sciences andEnvironmental Science, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Earth and PlanetarySciences. The Institute of Meteoritics, founded in 1944, was one of the firstinstitutions in the world devoted to the study of meteorites, and itsscientists carry out research on planetary materials, solar system formationand evolution, and participate in NASA missions of exploration. EPS and IOMfacilities and instrumentation are located on the UNM Main Campus and feature EPMA,SIMS, SEM, TEM, FIB, x-ray diffraction and tomography, radiogenic isotope,stable isotope, noble gas isotope, and analytical chemistry laboratories.

Applications mustdemonstrate evidence of research and teaching experience in Earth and Planetarymaterials, petrology, or mineral physics. The new faculty member will teach undergraduate and graduate courses inpetrology, mineral physics, or planetary science, supervise master and doctoralstudents (including comprehensive exams), and contribute to core, requiredundergraduate and graduate courses.

To apply, please accessthe University of New Mexico’s online application system at https://www.unmedu/jobs and apply for posting requisition#31368. Onlyapplications submitted through this website can be considered. Applicantsshould pay extra attention to the "Special Instructions to Applicants," whichdetail all of the required elements that must accompany the application. Acomplete application consists of a cover letter describing the applicant’squalifications as they relate to the minimum and preferred criteria (e.g.,research agenda, teaching ability, commitment to success of diverse students,etc.); a current curriculum vita (please include email address and telephonenumber); a one-page teaching statement; and a one-page research statement.Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to providean official certification of successful completion of all degree requirementsprior to their initial employment with UNM.

For best consideration,all required application materials must be received by December 16, 2024 Wewill only consider complete applications. The position will remain open untilfilled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committeeco-chairs Dr. Carl Agee (agee@unm.edu) and Dr. Tobias Fischer(fischer@unm.edu), or department chair Dr. Joe Galewsky (galewsky@unm.edu). Inquiries about the online application process can be directed to theSearch coordinator, Paula Pascetti (pascetti@unm.edu). The University of New Mexico isan EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply includingwomen, minorities, and those from underrepresented groups.

UNMis the premier research university in New Mexico and is a Carnegie HighestResearch Activity Institution and a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution. NewMexico is a majority minority state and UNM’s student population is among themost diverse in the country. Our campus is located in the heart ofAlbuquerque, which has cultural, outdoor and recreational opportunities for everyone. UNM is located on the traditional homelands of the Pueblo ofSandia. The original peoples of New Mexico - Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache -and their connection to this land remains significant. Learn more aboutour city, our welcoming campus, and research opportunities at http://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/ and https://advance.unm.edu/why-unm/

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. inGeoscience, Planetary Science, or closely related field by start date ofappointment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strength in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels
• Demonstrated publication record in peer-reviewed journals
• Evidence or potential to establish a vigorous and externally funded research program
• Ability to mentor diverse students at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels
• Ability to contribute to other research and/or teaching areas in the department
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.