Job no: 521351
Work type: Faculty Full Time
Location: UMass Amherst
Department: Earth Geo & Climate Sci
Union: MSP
Categories: Faculty, College of Natural Sciences
About UMass Amherst
UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.
Job Summary
The Department of Earth, Geographic, and Climate Sciences (EGCS) is seeking a motivated and dynamic geoscientist to serve the public and promote geological literacy as the MA State Geologist for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and Director of the Massachusetts Geological Survey (MGS). This calendar year, lecturer position is located on the University of Massachusetts Amherst campus in the Department of Earth, Geographic, and Climate Sciences (EGCS).
The mission of the State Geologist/Director is to perform research on the land, mineral, and water resources of the state; coordinate and facilitate research, communication, and collaboration among various agencies, researchers, and stakeholders; collect, compile, analyze, and preserve data pertaining to the geologic environment; share research with the public through maps, reports, and other publications; and collaborate with federal and other state geological surveys, and academic institutions.
Opportunities exist for collaborations with a diverse set of centers linked directly to EGCS including the Northeast Climate Adaptation Science Center (NE CASC), the School of Earth and Sustainability (SES), and the new Center for Braiding Indigenous Knowledges and Science (CBIKS) The position is authorized under the Massachusetts General Laws (MGL), Chapter 21A, Section 7B.
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Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, diversity statement (see below), and contact information for three (3) professional references. Apply by February 1, 2024 in order to ensure priority consideration. The search may remain open until a suitable candidate pool has been identified.
As part of a commitment to their own multicultural community, CNS seeks an individual with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and one who will understand and embrace university initiatives and aspirations. In addition to application materials above, candidates will need to submit a Statement of Contribution to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. The Diversity Statement should identify past experiences and future goals. These contributions may result from lived experiences, scholarships, and/or mentoring, teaching, and outreach activities. (https://www.umass.edu/natural-sciences/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/our-commitment-diversity)
The University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University's goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each applicant and favorably consider an individual's record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities. We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career and degree.
Advertised: Dec 14 2023 Eastern Standard Time
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