Western Washington University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor starting September 2016, with a joint appointment between the Geology Department and the Science, Math, and Technology Education Program (SMATE). Western Washington University is a nationally recognized, public, masters-granting institution located in the Pacific Northwest at the base of the North Cascade Mountains. The ideal candidate will enhance our existing strengths in geoscience teaching and science teacher preparation. An active research program in geoscience (open specialty) and/or geoscience education is expected. The Geology Department has 13 faculty, offering BA, BS, and MS programs in Geology, Geophysics, and Science Education, serving 200 majors, The department has strengths in field based teaching and research in geomorphology, igneous petrology, geophysics, hydrogeology and environmental/engineering geology, planetary geology, sedimentology, science education, and structure/tectonics. SMATE includes 10 faculty members with joint appointments in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Geology and the Woodring College of Education. These faculty work collaboratively in teaching and research. SMATE offers interdisciplinary BA and Masters in Teaching degree programs for future elementary and secondary teachers and has an established history of leading and supporting systemic science education reform efforts in Washington State and nationally. Both programs support Western's mission to bring together individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives in an inclusive, student-centered university that develops the potential of learners and the well-being of communities. A Ph.D. by hire date is required. Please see the full position announcement for required and preferred qualifications:
https://jobs.wwu.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=6652. To apply, submit a curriculum vita, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, statements of teaching philosophy and research plans to WWU’s Electronic Application System for Employment (linked to electronic job posting). In addition, arrange for three letters of recommendation to be mailed to
[log in to unmask] or Chris Sutton, Geology Department, Western Washington University, 516 High Street MS 9080, Bellingham WA 98226. Questions regarding this position should be directed to the search committee chair, Susan DeBari (
[log in to unmask]). Review of applications begins December 21, 2015; position is open until filled. WWU is an EO/AA employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
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