MINOT STATE UNIVERSITY – SURFICIAL GEOLOGY The Department of Geosciences at Minot State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in surficial geology. This appointment will be at the assistant professor level starting fall 2010. A PhD in geological sciences or related field by time of appointment is expected. We seek someone with a broad, field-based background in surficial processes. Teaching expectations include upper-level courses in geomorphology, soils, and global climate change; introductory GIS; and contribution to introductory courses (environmental geology and physical geology). Applicants for the position should demonstrate potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching and active engagement in research and scholarship. Research expectations include development of an active research program that would ideally include local field-based studies involving undergraduate students. In addition to basic lab and field equipment, the department is well equipped for a variety of types of work, including material characterization (XRD, SEM-EDS), water analysis (ICP, GFAA, GCMS), and geospatial investigations (Topcon total station, ESRI 9.2 ArcEditor Suite, Trimble GeoXT). We also seek someone who will enthusiastically help the Department grow in terms of its own programs and in terms of contributions to other programs on campus. We seek someone who can contribute to an anticipated new interdisciplinary program in Studies in Community and Environment, which is being developed to help MSU address Strategy One of Vision 2013: Creating a Distinctive Mission Focused on Engagement and Place. The Department will also be offering some basic geology coursework for an anticipated new program in Energy Economics and Finance being developed in the College of Business in response to increased energy development in North Dakota. Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, copies of transcripts, statement of research interests, and statement of teaching interests/philosophy to: Dr. Allen Kihm, Geoscience Search Committee Chair, Division of Science, Minot State University, Minot, ND 58707. Applicants should arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly to the search committee. Review of applications will begin on September 30, 2009. However, applications will be accepted and considered until the position is filled. Minot State University is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.