Assistant Professor-LowTemp Geochemistry-Earth and Planetary Sciences bei University of New Mexico

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Low-Temperature Geochemistry to begin August 10, 2026.   Applicants must have a PhD in Geochemistry, Geoscience, or a related field by date of appointment. For best consideration, all application materials must be received by December 22, 2025.

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences has a full-time tenured/tenure track faculty of 11 and offers undergraduate degrees in Earth and Planetary Sciences and Environmental Science, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Earth and Planetary Sciences. EPS facilities include state-of-the-art analytical laboratories for water and sediment chemistry, imaging, stable and radiogenic isotopes, access to high-performance computing facilities, and field sites that span New Mexico's diverse landscapes.

The new faculty member will teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to geochemistry and undergraduate courses in Earth and environmental sciences. They are expected to have an active research program and supervise graduate students. The position offers opportunities to collaborate with researchers across UNM and at nearby national laboratories, as well as state and federal agencies.

To apply, please access the University of New Mexico's online application system at https://www.unm.edu/jobs and apply for posting Requisition #34200. Only applications submitted through this website can be considered.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. by appointment date with specialization in Low-Temperature Geochemistry or a related discipline. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of scholarship in Low-Temperature Geochemistry
• Demonstrated ability or interest in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in low-temperature geochemistry and general courses in Earth and Environmental Sciences
• Demonstrated ability or interest in advising and directing graduate research
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain an externally funded research program
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities

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