Category: Meteoritics

Assistant Professor of Planetary Materials

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences
City: West Lafayette
State/Province: IN
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Dr. Chris Andronicos
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Purdue University
Application Due Date: Thursday, December 01 2016
Web Link: http://www.eaps.purdue.edu/about/employment.html

The Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences (EAPS), within the College of Science, Purdue University, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Planetary Materials. The Planetary Science Group within EAPS has an international reputation, extensive involvement in spacecraft missions, and newly developed undergraduate and graduate programs. We seek to grow and are looking for someone who conducts laboratory analysis of planetary materials or their terrestrial analogues. Candidates must have completed their PhD in an appropriate field. The appointee is expected to develop and maintain a vigorous, externally funded, internationally recognized research program and to teach and mentor students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. 

Applications should be submitted electronically at https://hiring.science.purdue.edu. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a statement of research, a teaching statement, and contact information of three individuals who can provide letters of reference. Questions related to this position should be addressed to Dr. Chris Andronicos ([email protected]), Chair of the Search Committee. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2016, and continue until the position is filled. 

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. 

PLANETARY SCIENCES EXPLORATION FACULTY

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Physics
City: Orlando
State/Province: Florida
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Dan Britt
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Central Florida
Application Due Date: Sunday, November 15 2015
Web Link: https://www.jobswithucf.com/postings/43557

The Department of Physics (physics.cos.ucf.edu) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level expected to begin in August 2016. As part of the recently awarded Center for Lunar and Asteroid Surface Science (CLASS) initiative with the NASA Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute (SSERVI), we seek candidates with experience in exploration-related planetary science including, but not limited to, regolith processes, microgravity dynamics, impact physics, primitive asteroid mineralogy, and in-situ resource utilization. Applicants must have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment in Planetary Sciences, Physics, or a closely related discipline, and a record of independent, interdisciplinary research. The successful applicant is expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program and have a strong commitment to excellence in graduate and undergraduate education. 

UCF is a leading, fast growing, metropolitan research university with about 63,000 students. The Department of Physics currently has 40 faculty members, offers B.S., B.A., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Physics and a Ph.D. track in Planetary Sciences (www.planets.ucf.edu ), and has recently moved into a state-of-the-art research building. Departmental research programs include condensed matter physics, surface physics, nanoscience, soft condensed matter, planetary science, biological physics, atomic and optical physics, attosecond physics, quantum information processing, and physics education. There are opportunities to benefit from synergy with the UCF-based Florida Space Institute (fsi.ucf.edu), the Nanoscience and Technology Center, the Advanced Materials Processing and Analysis Center (AMPAC), the College of Optics and Photonics (CREOL), and the Biomolecular Sciences Center.

Interested individuals must complete an on-line application by going to: www.jobswithucf.com. At the time of application, the following documents should also be uploaded: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, summary of research and teaching portfolio, and a list of three professional references with contact information. Screening of applications will begin November 15, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled.

Questions regarding this search may be directed to Dr. Daniel Britt, Chair, Planetary Science Search Committee, at [email protected].

Faculty position in planetary petrology/mineralogy/geochemistry

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Earth & Planetary Sciences
City: Knoxville
State/Province: Tennessee
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Hap McSween
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Application Due Date: Tuesday, December 15 2015
Web Link: http://eps.utk.edu/

The Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences at The University of Tennessee seeks to fill a faculty position in petrology/mineralogy/geochemistry with emphasis in planetary geoscience. The position is for an open-rank (tenure-track or tenured); we would prefer to select a candidate at the Associate or Full Professor level, but welcome applications for Assistant Professor. The position begins August 1, 2016. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is a Research I University and the flagship campus of the UT system. The Department (http://web.utk.edu/~pgi). Requirements for the position are:  Ph.D. in geology or a related field, and demonstrated research experience in planetary geoscience.

The successful candidate is expected to conduct a robust, funded program of planetary research, mentor graduate students, effectively teach courses in petrology and/or mineralogy at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and collaborate in department research dealing with petrology, mineralogy, geochemistry, and solar system exploration. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.

To apply, please email the following [email protected] <

Freelance Editors- Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences

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Current state: Approved and Notify DPS Secretary
Department: Freelance Positions
City: Trevose
State/Province: Pennsylvania
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Country: USA
Contact Person: Pritpal Kaur
Contact Email: [email protected]
Institution: Cactus Communications Inc.
Application Due Date: Monday, June 29 2015
Web Link: http://cactusglobal.edoola.com/page/eesrf/

Cactus Communications, Inc. is a pioneer in language services, serving more than 60,000 clients across 116 countries. We employ a global team of highly skilled editors who are experts in various academic fields. We’re currently looking for specialist freelance copyeditors and substantive editors from all across the world.

 

What you will do

  • Edit manuscripts such that the final text is in standard scientific English and is free of unclear or unidiomatic sentences
  • Adhere to job-specific instructions and format manuscripts according to the target journal when required
  • Ensure that all subject-specific conventions are followed

 

Why this is a great opportunity

  • Flexibility to determine your schedule and work hours 
  • Potential to earn USD 1200 to 3000 per month (based on regular availability) editing jobs online
  • Performance-based bonuses of up to 25% and assurance of regular work for high-quality editors
  • Learning opportunities and regular feedback on your freelance editing assignments
  • No need to relocate. As this is a freelance opportunity, we invite applicants from all across the world.

 

 

What you need
 

  • A Post Doc/PhD/Masters degree or expertise in one or more specialized subject areas in the Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences subject-areas [detailed subject-area list below]
  • Excellent English editing skill and attention to detail (prior editing experience would be great)

 

Cactus Communications Inc. is based in Philadelphia, USA, and offers editing, translation, medical writing, and other services to researchers, academic journals, and organizations worldwide. We serve more than 60,000 clients across 116 countries and have extensive experience engaging our global community of 800+ freelancers.

 

Apply now!

To apply, fill in the application form here: http://cactusglobal.edoola.com/page/eesrf/

 

Detailed subject-area list:

 

Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences:

Atmospheric chemistry, Atmospheric science, Climate science, Cloud physics, Convective systems, tornadoes, and hurricanes, Geodesy, Geology, Geophysics, Hydrology, Meteorology, Petrology and mineralogy, Numerical weather prediction, Oceanography, Other – Earth, atmospheric, and planetary science, Remote sensing, Seismology and tectonics, Space and planetary science, Synoptic meteorology, Engineering geology, Geochemistry, Stratigraphy, Volcanology