Assistant Professor of Professional Practice

Assistant Professor of Professional Practice
Texas Christian University
Department of Geological Science

Position: The TCU Department of Geological Sciences and the TCU Energy Institute invite applications for the position of non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Professional Practice (PPP). The position begins Fall 2019. Qualified applicants must be able to demonstrate excellence in the classroom and have relevant energy industry experience, which may include the oil and gas, geothermal, and mining industries.  The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching introductory and applicable upper level geology courses, and managing the Energy Minor and related educational opportunities within the Energy Institute. In addition, this person is expected to provide service to and promote the department, recruit undergraduate majors, and participate in professional development. A more complete job description may be found at www.geology.tcu.edu/job.

TCU is an EEO/AA employer and encourages a diversity of applicants. The qualified applicant must have a Ph.D.  in Geology or a related science discipline. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications of the successful applicant. TCU uses an online application protocol administered by Human Resources. All application materials, including a curriculum vitae, detailed research plans, and a statement of teaching philosophy and interests must be submitted electronically at https://tcu.igreentree.com/CSS_Faculty/CSSPage_Welcome.asp. Three confidential letters of recommendation should be emailed directly from the referees or a dossier service to: hrtalentacquisition@tcu.edu.