The Department of Geology and Geological Engineering at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology invites applications for a nine-month tenure track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We seek candidates specializing in hydrology, environmental geology or other field complementing department strengths, who havealso demonstrated significant expertise in geographic information systems (GIS). The successful applicant should be able to teach/develop courses in their specialty and in GIS at both the undergraduate and graduate level, to advise graduate students, and to develop an externally funded research program.The department offers BS, MS, and Ph.D. degrees in Geology and Geological Engineering and a Minor in Geospatial Technology, with emphases in hydrology, geotechnics, petroleum, mineral resources, and paleontology. A completed Ph.D. in Geology, Geological Engineering or a closely related field is required.

Individuals interested in this position must apply online at http://sdmines.sdsmt.edu/sdsmt/employment. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the on-line application process and can be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.