The Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences at the California Institute of Technology is seeking applicants for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level. We seek applicants for a position in any area within the purview of the Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences at Caltech, with a strong commitment to high quality teaching. We solicit applicants from the broad range of disciplines within Earth and planetary science, including geology, geophysics, geochemistry, geobiology, and planetary science, and who are interested in all aspects of earth and planetary dynamics, interiors, surfaces, atmospheres, oceans, and cryospheres.

The term of the initial appointment at the assistant professor level is normally four years, with appointment contingent upon completion of a PhD in a relevant field. Exceptionally well-qualified candidates may also be considered at the tenured professor level. Interested applicants should submit an electronic application. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

If there are any questions during the search process, please contact us at [email protected].

The California Institute of Technology is an Equal-Opportunity/Affirmative-Action Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply.

For details go to https://applications.caltech.edu/job/gps