Syracuse University

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The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Syracuse University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor or a tenured faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor in the broad field of Critical Minerals and the Energy Transition.

Link to apply: https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/111161

Priority consideration due date: December 1, 2025

We seek a highly collaborative geoscientist whose research directly addresses one or more of the fundamental solid-Earth processes underlying the genesis, migration, and preservation of critical minerals as well as other resources essential for the energy transition and a sustainable energy future. This is the first of several anticipated positions in this area. We seek a colleague who is either an established practitioner or an aspiring leader in this domain. Our new colleague’s research will consider both fundamental and applied aspects of the field. Examples of research areas include: development of novel geochemical or geophysical techniques to characterize/discover critical mineral resources and evaluate their economic viability; the timing and pathways of fluid flow through the Earth’s crust in the context of mineralization critical to energy transition resources; and subsurface analysis for geothermal energy, carbon sequestration and storage, geological hydrogen exploration, and other essential resources for the energy transition.

All applicants must demonstrate the potential to establish and sustain a strong, externally funded research program supported by diverse funding sources. Teaching responsibilities will include contributions to both graduate and undergraduate programs, including upper-division undergraduate courses in our Geology and Environmental Geosciences B.S. degrees as well as introductory-level Earth Science course offerings. The successful candidate will also be expected to supervise doctoral students and post-doctoral scholars as an integral component of their research program. Applicants should submit a CV, statements that outline their visions for research and teaching, and the names of three referees.

The department hosts an array of state-of-the-art geochemical, geophysical, and material characterization laboratories along with supporting preparation laboratory space. More information on the Department, its programs, and resources can be found at https://artsandsciences.syracuse.edu/earth-sciences-department/

Link to apply: https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/111161