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please share with the listserv Geoscience Education, Assistant Professor Grand Valley State University The Geology Department at Grand Valley State University invites applications for a tenure-track position to begin in the fall 2009. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in geoscience with demonstrated interest/experience in K-12 science education or a Ph.D./Ed.D. in science education with a strong Earth science background (ABD will be considered but hired at Instructor level). We seek a creative and dynamic educator with expertise that complements the existing strengths of the department’s faculty, a demonstrated commitment to effective teaching, academic experiences with culturally diverse populations, and a record of active scholarship. Primary teaching responsibilities will be a new set of Integrated Science courses for elementary education majors, and courses that serve the Integrated Science (elementary education) and Earth Science (secondary education) majors. Additional teaching responsibilities may include introductory courses, upper-level general education theme courses, and/or courses for Geology majors in area of expertise. The successful candidate is expected to develop courses and field experiences; conduct research with undergraduate students; advise pre-service teachers; contribute to in-service teacher education; and act as the Geology Department liaison with the State Department of Education, the College of Education, and K-12 teachers. The Geology Department includes 10 tenure-track faculty and ~90 majors (Geology + Earth Science) and serves ~200 Integrated Science majors (www.gvsu.edu/isci). The department values field experiences and collegial faculty-student interactions (www.gvsu.edu/geology). Apply online at www.gvsujobs.org. Attach a letter of application, vitae, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, and the names and contact information of at least three references familiar with your teaching and/or research potential. Review of applications to begin December 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Grand Valley is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. For more information contact Steve Mattox at (616) 331-3734 or [log in to unmask]