The Stanford School of Earth Sciences now houses a full range of isotope geochemistry/geochronology/thermochronology facilities. These feature the Stanford-USGS SHRIMP-RG ion microprobe and associated TIMS laboratory; a new multi-collector ICP-MS and high-resolution ICP-MS facility supported by newly commissioned clean labs; new 40Ar/39Ar and (U- Th)/He, and fission-track thermochronology laboratories containing multi-collector and single-collector mass spectrometers and state-of-the-art extraction lines; and cosmogenic radionuclide laboratories. In addition, an electron microprobe, a scanning electron microscope with EDAX and cathodoluminescence imaging, and sample preparation and mineral separation laboratories are available. Related facilities include stable isotope laboratories, ICP-AES and GC-MS capabilities, high-pressure experimental capabilities including a diamond-anvil cell laboratory, and the recently established Center for Computational Earth and Environmental Science.
Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of and applications from women and members of minority groups, as well as from others who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research and teaching missions.
Please apply online in electronic format (.pdf only) with the following application material: cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement outlining research and teaching experience and interests, and the names and addresses (including e-mail addresses) of three potential referees, at http://pangea.stanford.edu/jobs/. Select the Geochronology, Petrology and Geodynamics faculty position.
Questions can be directed to Elizabeth Miller (elmiller@stanford.edu)
We will begin reviewing applications September 30, 2008. Deadline for receipt of applications is November 30, 2008.
The School of Earth Sciences invites applications for the position of lecturer to lead a new, year-round program in which s/he will teach students skills needed for the effective research, analysis and written communication to the public of environmental and sustainability issues. The program will focus on the environmental, economic and cultural consequences of everyday consumer behavioral choices. This multidisciplinary initiative is spearheaded by the School of Earth Sciences in conjunction with the Graduate Journalism Program and the Woods Institute for the Environment.
The ideal candidate will enjoy multidisciplinary collaboration and will thrive in Stanford's robust academic environment. An initial appointment will be made for a term of at least one year. The start date will be August 2008 or at the candidate's earliest availability. The appointment is renewable contingent on satisfactory performance and programmatic need. This is a non-tenure track lecturer position.
Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity. We welcome nominations and applications from all people, including women, members of ethnic minorities, and individuals with disabilities. The University provides a broad array of employee benefits including health and life benefits, a tuition grant program and retirement benefits.
To apply, please submit PDF files of the following:
Review of applications will begin the week of June 23, 2008. Nominations or questions may be directed to Nancy Peterson via email: nancy.peterson@stanford.edu
Thank you for your interest.
Appointments are for a one- to two-year term that can start any time in the academic year 2008/2009. The salary is $50k to $55k per year depending on experience, plus a $5k research allowance for travel and miscellaneous expenses. Applications received by January 2, 2008, will receive fullest consideration. Applicants should submit a statement of research interests and proposed research, a curriculum vita, a list of publications and names of three potential referees, by email (as .pdf files, with the applicant name as part of the file name) to thompsonfellowship@sesmail.stanford.edu (see also http://geo.stanford.edu/GP/research)
Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing to the diversity among its students, staff, and faculty. It welcomes nominations of and applications from minority groups and women, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university's research, teaching and service missions.
