Lecturer in Rock Geology - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Earth Sciences at Uppsala University is Sweden's largest and broadest institution of its kind with just over 200 employees, many of whom have an international background. Our research extends from the Earth's core to the atmosphere, from microscopic minerals and fossils to how rocks and oceans are formed, from the time of the Earth's birth until today. We map the evolution of the earth and life over several billion years and study the relationship between the atmosphere and the oceans with regard to climate change and sustainable development. For more information see: www.geo.uu.se.

The research Program of Mineralogy, Petrology and Tectonics (MPT) is looking for a lecturer with assignments in rock geology.

Duties: The position involves mainly teaching at the Bachelor and Master levels, within fields of petrology, geochronology, mineralogy, structural geology and ore geology. Teaching forms will comprise lectures, practicals, field courses and supervision. Administrative responsibilities, such as administration of courses and help with coordination and planning of master program, can be part of duties as well. Participation in research projects within the above listed fields will be at the extent of 20%.

Requirements: For this position, PhD in the Earth sciences is required. Applicant also must have completed teacher training of relevance to operations at the University, comprising ten weeks, or have acquired the equivalent knowledge. Particular emphasis will be placed on skills to teach in the areas specified above. The applicant must have documented ability to teach in Swedish and/or English.

Additional qualifications: The ability to teach in Swedish will be considered a merit.

Application: Application must be written in Swedish or English. It should include a description of teaching experiences, a brief description of research interests, CV, certified copies of diplomas and certificates, list of publications and other documents which applicants wishes to bring up. The application should also contain information on at least two reference persons and/or have attached letters of recommendation.

Salary: Individually negotiated salary.

Starting date: 01-08-2020 or as otherwise agreed.

Type of employment: Temporary full-time position ending 30-06-2021.

Scope of employment: 100%.

For further information about the position please contact: Professor Peter Lazor Tel +46(0)18 471 2556, e-mail: peter.lazor@geo.uu.se.

Please submit your application by 22 June 2020, UFV-PA 2020/2081.

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