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Lecturer in Earth Surface Processes at UMaine

AC
Alicia Cruz-Uribe
Thu, Jan 30, 2025 3:55 PM

Dear Colleagues,

Please share this with potentially interested recent graduates/ABD. We are
hiring a lecturer in Earth Surface Processes to join our team here at
UMaine. The job ad can be found here
https://fa-ewca-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/1071
and is also copied below.

Cheers,
Cici

The School of Earth and Climate Sciences at the University of Maine invites
applications for a 2-year, fixed-term lecturer position in Earth Surface
Processes.  This is a non-tenure track, nine-month academic year, 100%
teaching appointment. We seek a vibrant, enthusiastic candidate with strong
organizational skills who is committed to fostering an inclusive
environment for undergraduate education.

Essential position responsibilities include undergraduate teaching,
undergraduate advising, and departmental service. Teaching responsibilities
will include mid- and upper-level undergraduate courses focused on Earth
systems, hydrogeology, geomorphology, and geospatial applications. Some
courses have teaching assistant support, most involve off campus field
trips to observe relevant Earth processes, and we strongly encourage
undergraduate experiential learning and research experiences. Academic
advising for undergraduate students includes developing a plan of study for
their degree, as well as addressing ongoing issues such as financial need,
academic probation, and student personal issues. The successful candidate
will also conduct departmental service such as serving on committees and
working groups related to undergraduate education.

About the University:

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate
and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the
regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea
and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the
University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's
public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution,
dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine,
the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits
https://www.maine.edu/human-resources/benefits/ for employees including,
but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent),
comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life
insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan
options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is
committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a
primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous
cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high
quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make
the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what
the Bangor region has to offer here
https://www.visitbangormaine.com/about-the-region/the-region-at-a-glance/.

Qualifications:
Required:

  • Ph.D. in Earth/Climate sciences or closely related field. The degree
    must be completed prior to the date of employment, but all but dissertation
    (ABD) candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Strong potential for or an established record of teaching excellence
  • Strong potential for or an established record of student mentorship
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Comfortable leading outdoor class field trips
  • Commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for all learners

Preferred:

  • Strong interest in or demonstrated record of engaging undergraduate
    students in research
  • Strong potential for or an established record of collaborative
    research, including publishing in peer-reviewed journals
  • At least one year teaching experience

Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the
documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and
suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
3.) a teaching statement, which includes both your teaching philosophy and
approaches to ensuring instruction is equitable and inclusive to diverse
groups of learners.
4.) statement of mentoring/advising philosophy
5.) statement of research interests and at what level you anticipate
continuing research if in the position

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process
will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for
references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received
after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the
University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on
March 17, 2025.

For questions about the search, please contact Dr. Aaron Putnam,
aaron.putnam@maine.edu.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its
own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not
discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression,
ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry,
age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or
military status in employment, education, and all other programs and
activities.  The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified
individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been
designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:
Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University
of Maine, Orono, ME  04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime
Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such
as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security
Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all
prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure
of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and
disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies.
You may view the University’s Annual Security Report
https://umaine.edu/police/clery-annual-safety-report/. If you wish to
have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an
accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request.
Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University
of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.581.4053.


Dr. Alicia Cruz-Uribe (she/her/hers)
Edward Sturgis Grew Associate Professor of Petrology and Mineralogy
Graduate Coordinator
University of Maine
5790 Bryand Global Sciences Center
Orono, ME  04469
(207) 581-4494
alicia.cruzuribe@maine.edu
https://umaine.edu/earthclimate/facilities/magiclaser/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/1751908x
http://www.geoanalyst.org/

Dear Colleagues, Please share this with potentially interested recent graduates/ABD. We are hiring a lecturer in Earth Surface Processes to join our team here at UMaine. The job ad can be found here <https://fa-ewca-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/1071> and is also copied below. Cheers, Cici The School of Earth and Climate Sciences at the University of Maine invites applications for a 2-year, fixed-term lecturer position in Earth Surface Processes. This is a non-tenure track, nine-month academic year, 100% teaching appointment. We seek a vibrant, enthusiastic candidate with strong organizational skills who is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for undergraduate education. Essential position responsibilities include undergraduate teaching, undergraduate advising, and departmental service. Teaching responsibilities will include mid- and upper-level undergraduate courses focused on Earth systems, hydrogeology, geomorphology, and geospatial applications. Some courses have teaching assistant support, most involve off campus field trips to observe relevant Earth processes, and we strongly encourage undergraduate experiential learning and research experiences. Academic advising for undergraduate students includes developing a plan of study for their degree, as well as addressing ongoing issues such as financial need, academic probation, and student personal issues. The successful candidate will also conduct departmental service such as serving on committees and working groups related to undergraduate education. About the University: The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits <https://www.maine.edu/human-resources/benefits/> for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples. UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here <https://www.visitbangormaine.com/about-the-region/the-region-at-a-glance/>. Qualifications: Required: - Ph.D. in Earth/Climate sciences or closely related field. The degree must be completed prior to the date of employment, but all but dissertation (ABD) candidates are encouraged to apply - Strong potential for or an established record of teaching excellence - Strong potential for or an established record of student mentorship - Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills - Comfortable leading outdoor class field trips - Commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for all learners Preferred: - Strong interest in or demonstrated record of engaging undergraduate students in research - Strong potential for or an established record of collaborative research, including publishing in peer-reviewed journals - At least one year teaching experience Other Information: To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below: 1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position 2.) a resume/curriculum vitae 3.) a teaching statement, which includes both your teaching philosophy and approaches to ensuring instruction is equitable and inclusive to diverse groups of learners. 4.) statement of mentoring/advising philosophy 5.) statement of research interests and at what level you anticipate continuing research if in the position Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on March 17, 2025. For questions about the search, please contact Dr. Aaron Putnam, aaron.putnam@maine.edu. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening. In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System). Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report <https://umaine.edu/police/clery-annual-safety-report/>. If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.581.4053. ______________________________________________________ Dr. Alicia Cruz-Uribe (she/her/hers) Edward Sturgis Grew Associate Professor of Petrology and Mineralogy Graduate Coordinator University of Maine 5790 Bryand Global Sciences Center Orono, ME 04469 (207) 581-4494 alicia.cruzuribe@maine.edu https://umaine.edu/earthclimate/facilities/magiclaser/ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/1751908x http://www.geoanalyst.org/