 Mineralogist / Economic GeologistLakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in Geology at a rank commensurate with experience and qualifications. The appointment will commence on August 1, 2013. All candidates will have a completed (or nearly completed) Ph.D.in Geology or a closely related field. The candidate will have a demonstrated ability in teaching and a record of research in the general area of mineralogy or economic geology, preferably with specialization in gold or Cr-Ni-Cu-PGE mineralization, though candidates with experience in other deposit types are welcome. The successful candidate will contribute to Department offerings at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. These will include existing courses in basic mineralogy and ore petrology, as well as possibly new courses in the candidate's area of expertise. An ability and willingness to teach courses outside of the main area of interest will be considered an asset. The successful candidate will also be expected to supervise undergraduate and graduate student thesis research as well as participate in our fourth-year undergraduate field school. The successful candidate is expected to conduct an active research program and to seek external financial support for this research from both government agencies and the private sector. Mineral exploration and mining activities are key economic drivers in the region, and ample opportunities for collaborative or contract research exist. Instrumentation available for the successful candidate's use includes new ICP-MS and high resolution FESEM-EDX systems, as well as XRD, ICP-AES, a fluid inclusion stage with IR, several spectroscopy systems, state of the art microscopes with digital imagers, and assorted other instrumentation. Lakehead University is in the process of developing a Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Mining and Exploration. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to this initiative. For further information, please contact Dr. Philip Fralick, acting Chair of the Department of Geology, at (807) 343-8288 or pfralick@lakeheadu.ca. Review of applications for each position will begin on April 15, 2013 and continue until filled. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as a statement of teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, course outlines), sample publications, and contact information for three referees to: Dr. Andrew P. Dean A completed Confirmation of Immigration/Citizenship Status should accompany your package. This form is available on our website at http://hr.lakeheadu.ca/pdf/immig.pdf Lakehead University is an equal opportunity employer. |
