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Faculty Positions
Lecturer
The Geosciences Department at Princeton University seeks applications for a non-tenure track lecturer to teach GEO 202, "Oceans, Atmosphere, and Climate," an introductory undergraduate course for Geoscience majors during the Spring 2023 semester. The course should be lecture and problem-set based and covers topics including the Earth radiative budget, the atmospheric and oceanic circulations, climate change, contemporary carbon cycle and basic concepts on marine and terrestrial ecosystems. We are looking for a creative approach to introductory Earth science To apply, please submit an application that includes a curriculum vitae, a one-page statement of teaching experience, a one-page course proposal, and contact information for three references on the Princeton University Academic Hiring website https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/27682. Candidates for this position must have a PhD in Geosciences or a related discipline.
Diversity and inclusion are central to Princeton University's educational mission and its desire to serve society. Members of the Geosciences department have a deep commitment to being inclusive. We believe that commitment to principles of fairness and respect for all is favorable to the free and open exchange of ideas, so we seek to reach out as widely as possible in order to attract the ablest individuals as students, faculty, and staff. In applying this policy, we are committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of personal beliefs or characteristics such as political views, religion, national or ethnic origin, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran status, disability, genetic information and/or other characteristics protected by applicable law in any phase of its education or employment programs or activities.
Due to the volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No letters of recommendation are required at this time.
This position is subject to the University's background check policy.
Postdoctoral Research Positions
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Professional technician in the area of geochronology
The Department of Geosciences at Princeton University has an opening for a professional technician in the area of geochronology, appointed at the rank of Associate Professional Specialist or more senior. The successful candidate will support and lead research related to laser ablation ICP-MS and high precision U-series geochronology by ICP-MS. Duties will include laboratory management, instrument upkeep and maintenance, and will direct training and assistance of internal and external laboratory users. There will also be opportunities to lead one's own research program. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in Earth Sciences with a research focus of radiogenic isotopes or related field, although especially qualified individuals with a Master's degree will be considered. Expertise with ICP-MS and clean lab protocols is required, and experience with laser ablation systems and/or irreplaceable samples is a plus.
The position is available for one year, with a possibility for renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funding. Applicants should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae including a publication list, and contact information for three references and must apply via the Princeton University academic hiring site: https://puwebp.princeton.edu/AcadHire/apply/application.xhtml?listingId=26323. Inquiries regarding the position should be directed to Professor Elizabeth Niespolo ([email protected]) please include CV for context.
This position is subject to the University's background check policy.
Requisition No: D-22-GEO-00012
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Open ocean seaweed mariculture position
The Department of Geosciences at Princeton University invites applications for postdoctoral or more senior researchers to undertake either experimental or numerical ocean model studies of open ocean seaweed mariculture. The successful candidates will work with a collaborative group of Princeton faculty, with coordination by Professor Daniel Sigman. Applicants should have a background in biological or chemical oceanography, biogeochemical cycles, or another area related to the research topic. A Ph.D. is required. Applicants should apply on the Princeton University Academic Hiring website https://puwebp.princeton.edu/AcadHire/position/28105 and submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae including a publication list, and contact information for four references. Inquiries regarding the position should be directed to Professor Sigman ([email protected]); please include CV for context.
Appointments are initially for one year, with the possibility of annual renewal contingent upon performance and funding. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is subject to the University's background check policy.
Requisition No: D-23-GEO-00005