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Faculty Position in Glaciology/Quaternary Geology

Glaciology/Quaternary Geology

The Department of Geological Sciences is searching for an assistant professor with expertise in the response of glaciers and ice sheets to climate change.

Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, studies of ice dynamics and mass balance; glacial and sub-glacial hydrology; bed characteristics; marine ice sheets; and rates and responses of ice sheets, glaciers, and proglacial landscapes to past climate change.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish an independent research program and contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching.

Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and names of at least three references. Applications are due September 10, 2009.
Mail to:
Glaciology Search Committee
Department of Geological Sciences
University of Michigan
1100 N. University Ave.
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1005
Or email to: glacsearch@umich.edu.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University is supportive of the needs of dual career couples.