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Physics Part-Time Professor

Salinas, CA · On-site

$60.19 - $71.29/hr

Examples of Duties REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES * Participate in program and curriculum review and ... geophysics OR The equivalent. The Equivalency Committee will consider only those applicants who ...

Geology, Part-Time Professor

Salinas, CA · On-site

$60.19 - $102.04/hr

... pool of qualified applicants to teach in-person assignments in the discipline. The department may ... Master's degree in geology, geophysics, earth sciences, meteorology, oceanography, or paleontology ...

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Professor, Department of the Geophysical Sciences - Earth and Planetary Materials

Chicago, IL • On-site

The University of Chicago
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 10K+ employees

$155K - $210K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Description
The Department of the Geophysical Sciences at the University of Chicago invites applications for tenured faculty positions at the rank of Professor.
For this search, we welcome applications from all candidates whose research complements or expands the department's strengths in the broad areas of geochemistry, cosmochemistry, solid-earth geophysics, planetary evolution or those whose work is aligned with the efforts of the University's Center for the Origins of Life. We seek individuals who will lead world-class research programs and enhance the intellectual endeavors of the department and the university. Ongoing research activities can be found on the department website.
Qualifications
Completion of all requirements for the PhD in Earth or planetary sciences or a related field prior to appointment is required. Additionally, evidence of leadership in the field and successful independent research record is required.
Application Instructions
Required materials are:
• a cover letter,
• a curriculum vitae,
• a statement of research,
• and a statement of teaching and mentoring philosophy.
Applicants may be asked to provide the names and contact information of three individuals who can provide confidential letters of recommendation.
Applications must be submitted through the University of Chicago academic careers website: apply.interfolio.com/192885
Review of applications will begin October 19, 2026 and will continue until the positions are filled.
Base salary range is $155,000 - $210,000
The base salary range is for a nine-month academic appointment. Individuals may be eligible for summer salary. This position may be eligible for a taxable moving allowance.
This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

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