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Subject: Geobiology Position

Position 005-552
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT The College of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences (COAS) at Oregon State University announces a new tenure-track faculty position in Geobiology. We seek a colleague with interest and expertise in microbial interaction with geological materials in the marine environment.
TITLE: Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: For full consideration, complete applications should arrive by 1 November 2004.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The appointee will be expected to develop and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program, to interact with faculty colleagues, to advise and mentor graduate students, and to participate in the COAS teaching program and the subsurface biosphere Integrated Graduate Education and Research Traineeship (IGERT) program. QUALIFICATIONS: We are interested in a scientist with broad interests and who can contribute to multidisciplinary research in the area of microbiological mediation of geological processes or to molecular biological studies of microbes involved in subsurface geochemical processes. Essential qualifications include a Ph.D. in microbiology, biogeochemistry, or related field. This position is open at the Assistant Professor level for an early career scientist with high potential and with the ability or expectation of receiving external research funding, however, applicants with an exceptional record of research achievements, publishing of high impact scientific results, and other relevant experience may be considered at the Associate or Full Professor level. To be appointed at the Associate or Full Professor rank, an applicant must have sufficient experience to qualify for promotion according to the University guidelines. Preferred qualifications include a demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. TO APPLY: Applicants should provide a letter of scientific interest referencing position 005-552, a detailed curriculum vitae that includes a description of current and future research interests, a list of publications, and the names and full contact information of three people who can submit letters of reference to: Mark R. Abbott, Dean College of Oceanic & Atmospheric Sciences Oregon State University 104 Ocean Admin Bldg Corvallis, Or 97331-5503 For full consideration, applications must be received by 1 November 2004. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Martin Fisk, by telephone (541-737-5208) or by e-mail (mfisk@coas.oregonstate.edu) and to Dr. Barry Sherr by telephone (541-737- 4369) or by email (sherrb@coas.oregonstate.edu). The College of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences is in a period of aggressive expansion. COAS is one of the leading oceanographic and atmospheric research institutions in the United States with more than 200 faculty and staff members, and a wide variety of assets, including a superb computing infrastructure, cutting-edge analytical laboratories, an active instrumentation program, tethered and autonomous underwater vehicles, and two research vessels. We seek a colleague whose research will complement and enhance COAS’ internationally recognized research program in marine geology and marine and terrestrial geophysics. Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC) is a research and teaching facility with approximately 250 resident staff located in Newport, Oregon on the Yaquina Bay estuary, about one mile from the open waters of the Pacific Ocean. HMSC plays an integral role in programs of marine and estuarine research and instruction for numerous OSU departments, as a laboratory facility serving resident scientists from several partner agencies including NOAA and EPA, as a base for far-ranging oceanographic studies, and as a classroom for students. Distance learning facilities are available to send and receive classes and other programming from Oregon State University, other OUS institutions and outside providers for students and members of the local communities. OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY (OSU) AND THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY OSU is one of only 10 American universities to hold the Land Grant, Sea Grant, and Space Grant designation and is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research-Extensive university. OSU is located in Corvallis, a community of 50,000 people situated in the Willamette Valley between Portland and Eugene. Ocean beaches, lakes, rivers, forests, high desert, the rugged Cascade and Coast Ranges, and the urban amenities of the Portland metropolitan area are all within a 100-mile drive of Corvallis. Approximately 15,600 undergraduate and 3,400 graduate students are enrolled at OSU, including 2,600 U.S. students of color and 1,100 international students. The university has an institution-wide commitment to diversity, multiculturalism, and community. We actively engage in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus environment. OSU provides outstanding leadership opportunities for people interested in promoting and enhancing diversity, nurturing creativity, and building community. For more information about the College of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences, OSU, Corvallis, and the environment, please consult our web site http://www.coas.oregonstate.edu. OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND HAS A POLICY OF BEING RESPONSIVE TO THE NEEDS OF DUAL-CAREER COUPLES

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