Curator of Vertebrate Paleontology

and Assistant Professor of Geology & Geophysics,

Utah Museum of Natural History and University of Utah

The Utah Museum of Natural History and Department of Geology & Geophysics at the University of Utah invite applications for a tenure-track joint position as Curator of Vertebrate Paleontology and Assistant Professor of Geology & Geophysics beginning 1 July 2008. The collection is comprised of almost 20,000 vertebrate fossil specimens, with emphasis on Mesozoic groups from Utah and surrounding regions. The majority of this split appointment is funded by the Museum, and tenure is vested in the Department. The successful candidate will maintain a strong field- and collections-based research program involving students. In addition, duties include overseeing the curation and continued development of the collections, teaching one formal course per year in the Department of Geology & Geophysics, participating in Museum public programs and exhibit development, supervising graduate students in the Department, and participating in departmental governance.

Candidates must have a completed Ph.D. by the end of 2008 with a strong record of research and publication in vertebrate paleontology. A demonstrated interest in museum curation and public programming is essential. Research experience with Mesozoic vertebrate fossils from western North America is preferred. Applicants seeking additional information about this position may contact Duncan Metcalfe (Utah Museum of Natural History) at 801- 581-4494, or Tony Ekdale (Dept. of Geology and Geophysics) at 801- 581-7266.

Applications for the position are being accepted now, and review of applications will begin on November 1 and will continue until the position is filled. Members of the search committee plan to attend the annual meeting of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology in October 2007 in order to be available to answer questions from potential applicants. Applicants should submit an application letter indicating research, teaching and programmatic interests and agenda, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of three professional references to:

Vertebrate Paleontology Search Committee Chair, Utah Museum of Natural History, University of Utah, 1390 E Presidents Circle, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0050.

The University of Utah is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, encourages applications from women and minorities, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.