Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate, Geology

Posting Number: R230240

Employer: Research Foundation

Salary Range: $50,000

FTE: 1.00

Position Summary:

The Department of Geology (https://arts-sciences.buffalo.edu/geology.html) is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate, who will join a group of physical volcanologists at the University at Buffalo who study a range of volcanic processes through numerical and analog modeling.

Job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Mentoring graduate students within the volcanology group

• Teaching upper-level planetary science courses

• Helping to carry out necessary research on established grants under the advisement of Dr. Tracy Gregg

• The successful applicant is also encouraged to design and conduct his/her own research that enhances the tasks above.

  Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages (http://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/for-faculty-staff/benefits/research-foundation/regular-employees.html)

About The University at Buffalo

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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD in the geological sciences or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

A research focus on volcanology and planetary science, along with some teaching experience

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

Quicklink for Posting: 45994