[Sextonlabpastmembers] Fwd: [ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor in Geosciences - Hydrology - Western Carolina University

[Jason Sexton]

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From: Emily Moran <emoran5 at ucmerced.edu>
Date: Tue, Nov 21, 2023 at 6:00 AM
Subject: Fwd: [ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor in Geosciences - Hydrology -
Western Carolina University
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Another job opportunity.


*Dr. Emily Moran *(she or they)
Associate Professor, Life & Environmental Sciences
Chair, Environmental Systems Grad Group
UC Merced





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*From: *"Diane Styers" <privateemail46871 at community.esa.org>
*Subject: **[ECOLOG-L] Assistant Professor in Geosciences - Hydrology -
Western Carolina University*
*Date: *November 20, 2023 at 12:41:37 PM PST
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Posting Information
Posting Number FAC674P
Quick Link https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/25744
Classification Title Assistant Professor
Working Title Assistant Professor in Geosciences - Hydrology - #000883
Department Geosciences & Natural Resources

About WCU
Western Carolina University has been named to the 2022 âÂ?ÂoAmericaâÂ?ÂTs
Best Employers by State�list by Forbes, ranking 14 out of the top 100
employers in North Carolina. Forbes has also ranked Western Carolina
University in the Top 100 of AmericaâÂ?ÂTs Best Midsize Employers for
2023. Western Carolina University is the UNC systemâÂ?ÂTs westernmost
campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public
regional institutions in the South. WCUâÂ?ÂTs main campus is nestled in a
beautiful valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, 50 miles west of Asheville.
WCU is located just 25 miles from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain
National Park, one of the nationâÂ?ÂTs most spectacular and most visited
national parks. The entire region is known for its excellent quality of
life and access to outdoor activities.

Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as
other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy
work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision
and health insurance plans âÂ?Â" eligibility begins on the first of the
month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the
eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for
either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional
disability plans are also available.

Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a
discounted membership to the campus recreation center, and free vaccine and
booster shots offered on campus.
Position Summary
The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

The Geosciences Program at Western Carolina University (WCU) invites
applications for a nine-month tenure-track position at the rank of
Assistant Professor to begin August 2024. We seek a hydrologist with a
strong background in the geosciences and significant field experience. The
specific area of specialization is open, but preference will be given to
candidates who complement departmental faculty strengths.

The Geology program is in the Department of Geosciences and Natural
Resources, which is also home to major programs in Environmental Science
and Natural Resource Conservation and Management. Teaching responsibilities
include introductory courses, a course in soils and hydrology, and advanced
courses in the candidateâÂ?ÂTs area of specialization that serve majors in
our program and department.

The campus encompasses about 600 acres and includes a hydrological research
station, developed in partnership with the State (DEQ) and NSF support. The
department is growing with a strong reputation in the environmental
sciences, and a commitment to experiential learning, and undergraduate
research. The successful candidate is expected to have a strong commitment
to innovation and excellence in teaching, make use of our on-campus
hydrological research station, develop a research program that includes
some regional focus, provide research opportunities for students, and seek
external funding to help support our mission. Western Carolina University
holds inclusive excellence as a core value, and we work together to foster
a welcoming community, where all are respected and know they belong.

WCU is part of the University of North Carolina system and is committed to
the Boyer model of scholarship, the stewardship of place, integrated
learning, and engagement in our classrooms and in our communities.

Carnegie statement
WCU embraces its role as a regionally engaged university and is designated
by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a community
engaged university. Preference will be given to candidates who can
demonstrate a commitment to public engagement through their teaching,
service, and scholarship.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Minimum Qualifications
The candidate should have a PhD in the geosciences; ABD candidates will be
considered if they can demonstrate all requirements for their degree will
be complete by August 1, 2024. Degrees must be from an accredited
institution.

Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with teaching experience are preferred.

Position Type Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week
Number of Months Per Year 9
Posting Text
Open Date 10/13/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications must be submitted online and include:
1) a resume/curriculum vitae;
2) a cover letter;
3) transcripts (unofficial acceptable);
4) a statement of teaching philosophy;
5) a statement of research interests that includes discussion of potential
student involvement, and
6) complete contact information for 4 references.

Upon receipt of application, we will contact references for letters for all
qualified applicants.

For more information, see gnr.wcu.edu or contact search chair, Dr. Mark
Lord (mlord at wcu.edu).

To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by December
6, 2023; the position will remain open until filled.

Background/E-Verify
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks.
Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility
of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your
rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper
documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of
employment.

Credential Verification
All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified
within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are
required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment.
Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the
degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

AA/EOE
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual
orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age;
disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or
veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws,
regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North
Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal
employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities,
and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and
interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs at email.wcu.edu.

University Safety
The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at
University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of
the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building,
Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111
Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all
universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs,
discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal
activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies,
university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace
violence and fire safety.


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