The Geology and Geophysics (GG) Department and the Energy and Geoscience Institute (EGI) at the University of Utah invite applications for a tenure-tracked faculty position in GG at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, beginning July 1, 2010. The successful candidate will bring expertise in hydrocarbon energy research and will develop a strong, externally funded and internationally recognized research program involving students and industry.

Teaching responsibilities will include development of new undergraduate and graduate level courses and integration with existing courses in GG's Petroleum Industry Career Path. The appointee will participate in collaborative efforts between GG and EGI. The GG Department and EGI share to thriving research and academic programs in petroleum geology and geophysics and allied areas of the geosciences, including EGI's Corporate Associate program. The position will have offices at both organizations, and communication and leadership skills as well as teamwork experience are important. We also offer state of the art facilities including the New Frederick A. Sutton Building.

The area of specialization is open but possibilities include geologic interpretation of geophysical data, new methodologies for subsurface imaging, petrophysics, rock fracture mechanics, reservoir characterization and engineering, multiphase fluid flow, and geostatistical modeling. Multiple opportunities for collaboration and funding exist, including capitalizing on emerging interest in unconventional resources.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment and a strong record of research and publication. Applications are being accepted now; review of applications will begin on January 15, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled.

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 Chairs of Hydrocarbon Geoscience Search Committee, Geology and Geophysics Dept., University of Utah, 115 So. 1460 E. FASB 383, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0102.

Complete applications may also be sent in PDF format by email to Kristin.Christensen@utah.edu. Questions can be addressed to Cari Johnson at Cari.Johnson@utah.edu or Ray Levey at RLevey@egi.utah.edu.

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.