AWGnews ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ AWG E-MAIL NEWS 2002-28 ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ CONTENTS 1) WORKSHOP: DESIGN PRINCIPLES FOR CREATING EFFECTIVE WEB-BASED LEARNING RESOURCES IN THE GEOSCIENCES 2) PALEONTOLOGY AT DINOSAUR NATIONAL MONUMENT 3) POSITION OPENINGS · Montclair State University - Environmental geochemistry/geophysics (two positions) · Mining Engineering Faculty Position - Michigan Technological University · University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire - Probationary tenure-track Assistant Professor position (new position) in the Department of Geology beginning August 25, 2003. · Structural Geology - Wesleyan University · Two Faculty Positions at Washington State University 4) CONTACT INFORMATION ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Thanks to everyone who contributed to this issue of E-mail News ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ 1) Workshop: Design Principles for Creating Effective Web-based Learning Resources in the Geosciences February 9-11, 2003, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Application deadline: November 8, 2002 This workshop will bring together leaders in learning science and resource design with faculty who have demonstrated a strong interest in resource development in the geosciences. The workshop goal is to foster collaboration between these two communities to increase the number of high-quality geoscience teaching and learning resources available on-line. The program will include discussion of the major lessons learned in resource design through research on learning, classroom use, and product evaluation; activities designed to teach principles of instructional design in a geoscience context; development of strategies supporting faculty in developing quality on-line resources; identification of common interests, common problems, opportunities for further collaboration among participants; and development of a plan for continuing activities to foster the use of design principles in creating effective web-based resources. Conveners: Cathy Manduca (Carleton College), Nancy Songer (University of Michigan). This workshop is one of the 2002/2003 emerging themes offerings that are designed to move critical ideas and concepts into the main-stream of geoscience education. Participants are sought who are leaders in the field and are committed to participating in follow-on activities. For more information about the workshop and/or to complete the on-line application form, please go to: http://serc.carleton.edu/NAGTWorkshops/webre sources03/index.html This workshop is part of the program On the Cutting Edge: Workshops for Geoscience Faculty, supported by the National Association of Geoscience Teachers and DLESE with funding provided by a grant from the National Science Foundation-Division of Undergraduate Education. On-site workshop expenses for participants will be covered by the grant. Information about the workshop program is available at: http://serc.carleton.edu/NAGTWorkshops 11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 111111111111111111111111111111111 2) Paleontology at Dinosaur National Monument The following was received from John Harper of the Pennsylvania Geological Survey via the Pittsburgh Geological Society e-mail list. The following is a very disturbing issue for the geological sciences, and especially for paleontology. The information comes from a friend in the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology and has been corroborated by Dr. Ken Carpenter, Curator of Lower Vertebrate Paleontology at the Denver Museum of Natural History. The Superintendent of Dinosaur National Monument, who has been on the job for a grand total of eight months, announced to all park staff that he will be abolishing the two paleontology positions at Dinosaur National Monument because paleontology is not a significant resource issue for him (!!!). This will mean the end of a 50-year old paleontology program which has produced the spectacular wall of fossils within the visitor center as well as abundant Mesozoic fossils from elsewhere in the Monument. The Monument will go from having an active excavation and research program on Mesozoic vertebrates to a caretaker policy, a step back to the 1930's. Thus the premiere fossil park of the National Park Service will have no program for protecting and understanding the resource for which the Monument was established in 1915. In addition, there will be no paleontology program in the soon-to-be-built museum and exhibit facility and collections building. Does this sound right to you? If you value the dinosaurs at Dinosaur National Monument and you want to see the Monument continue to protect and explore one of the greatest windows we have onto the world of the dinosaurs, then this is your opportunity to speak up and stop this madness. Write to the following people, as well as you own US senators and representatives, and ask that the paleontology program not be phased out and eliminated at Dinosaur. Ask that the Monument reinstate its research grade scientist position and continue to fully support the paleontology program, especially with the new facility being built in the next few years. This insanity can be reversed, but you need to be heard. Anyone - scientists, amateurs, dinosaur lovers - anyone who likes visiting the National Park Service parks and monuments, can and should express concern. Don't email messages - they do not carry as much weight with an agency as a personally written letter, even if it is a short one. And the sooner the better. This would be a tragedy to say the least. Letters should be addressed to: Fran Mainella Director, National Park Service 1849 C St., NW Washington, D.C. 20240 U.S. Senator Robert Bennett 431 Dirkson Building Washington, D.C. 20510-4403 22222222222222222222222222222222222222222222 222222222222222222222222222222222 3) POSITION OPENINGS Montclair State University Environmental geochemistry/geophysics (two positions) The Department of Earth and Environmental Studies at Montclair State University invites applications for two full-time (10-month), tenure-track faculty positions at the assistant (geochemistry) and/or associate (geophysics) rank starting September 1, 2003. The geochemistry position requires expertise in environmental analytical chemistry or geochemistry. A field-oriented research program, especially air, soil, and water field sampling as well as experience with environmental analytical laboratory techniques is preferred. The geophysics position requires expertise in environmental geophysics preferably with applications in coastal and/or aquatic systems. Experience should include environmental applications of one or more of the following geophysical techniques: resistivity profiling, shallow seismic exploration, ground- penetrating radar, gravity and/or magnetics. Additional information about the positions and the department is available at http://www.csam.montclair.edu/! earth/eesweb. Applicants should send cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of professional goals, research interests and teaching philosophy to: Dr. Matthew Gorring, Search Committee Chair (VF39 Geochemistry or VF40 Geophysics), Dept. of Earth and Environmental Studies, Montclair State University, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043. ****************************** Mining Engineering Faculty Position Michigan Technological University The Department of Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences at Michigan Technological University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Mining Engineering. The University has highly active research and graduate programs in a wide range of engineering and science fields and has an excellent reputation in undergraduate engineering education. Michigan Tech provides a stimulating environment for interdisciplinary research across engineering and science fields. The Mining Engineering Program offers an ABET accredited B.S. degree and M.S. and Ph.D. graduate degrees and has been committed to sustained excellence in research and innovative teaching in mining engineering since it was founded in 1885 as the Michigan School of Mines. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in mining engineering or geological engineering, civil (geotechnical) engineering, or a closely related engineering field and must have demonstrated an ability to develop a high-quality, funded research program, advise graduate students, and publish peer-reviewed papers. She/he must be committed to excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and will be expected to teach at least two subjects from among the following: mining methods, mine planning and design, drilling and blasting, ventilation, materials handling, aggregates and construction materials, environmental issues, or computer applications. Other possible subjects depend upon the interest of the candidate. The successful candidate should have the ability to apply mining skills to relevant problems in modern society; this includes areas outside of the traditional mining sphere. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible and files will be reviewed upon receipt. The University encourages women and minorities to apply. To apply, submit a signed letter of application, resume, a statement of teaching and research goals, copies of selected publications, and the names and contact information of three references to: Chair, Mining Faculty Search Committee Department of Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences Michigan Technological University 1400 Townsend Drive Houghton, MI 49931-1295. Additional information can be found at http://www.geo.mtu.edu. Michigan Technological University is an equal opportunity educational institution/equal opportunity employer. ****************************** University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire - Probationary tenure-track Assistant Professor position (new position) in the Department of Geology beginning August 25, 2003. Probationary tenure track faculty position in the Department of Geology in the areas of Hydrogeology and Water Resources. The appointment will begin August 25, 2003. QUALIFICATIONS: A PhD in geology or a closely related discipline is required at the time of appointment. Preference will be given to individuals who have completed their doctorate at the time of application or who can demonstrate completion by time of the appointment. Demonstrated ability to teach courses in hydrogeology and water resources, and willingness to teach introductory geology courses. Success in teaching at the undergraduate level will be considered an asset. Demonstrated ability to involve students in high-quality collaborative research projects and to procure extramural funding in support of teaching and/or research. The ability to enhance the diversity of the department and serve as a role model and mentor for women and/or minorities will also be considered an asset. RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include teaching, collaborative research with undergraduates, student advising, and service to the department, university, and community. Teaching responsibilities include water resources, physical hydrogeology, chemical hydrogeology, computer modeling in hydrogeology, and introductory environmental geology courses as needed by the department. DEPARTMENT The Department of Geology currently has eight full-time faculty, seventy-five majors, and offers a bachelor's degree in geology. Students are given the opportunity to choose an emphasis in general geology, hydrogeology and water chemistry, environmental, or marine geology. The department is well equipped for undergraduate collaborative research. Our laboratory facilities include: a modern electron microscope laboratory (SEM and JEOL 2010 TEM); Siemens SRS 3000 X-ray Fluorescence spectrometer with prep equipment; Rigaku/MDI automated powder diffractometer; 8-station computer laboratory; AA/GTA; 12-channel seismograph; earth resistivity and ground conductivity meters; gamma logger; air bladder water samplers; magnetometer; gravimeter; and a hydrogeology lab with on- campus water-table observation wells, piezometers and lysimeters. UNIVERSITY & EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire campus community consists of 10,500 students and 700 faculty and administrative/ professional staff. As the UW System's only Center of Excellence for faculty and undergraduate research, faculty and students regularly work side-by- side on original research. Often described as Wisconsin's most beautiful campus, UW-Eau Claire's campus spans the banks of the Chippewa River in the heart of Eau Claire, western Wisconsin's largest city. Eau Claire and the surrounding countryside have many scenic rivers, lakes, parks, bike trails and wooded areas where students and community members enjoy seasonal sports, camping and a variety of other recreational activities. The area also has excellent exposures of Paleozoic and Precambrian rocks that provide many opportunities for field trips and collaborative research projects. A community of 60,000, Eau Claire is a safe, friendly, and affordable community with employment opportunities for family members and outstanding schools for children. Eau Claire is just 90 miles from Minneapolis-St. Paul, which offers world-class theater, symphony and chamber orchestras, opera, and restaurants as well as professional sports, shopping, and cultural diversity. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Send letter of application outlining teaching and research interests; curriculum vita; copies of college transcripts; names, addresses, and phone numbers of references; and arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly to: Dr. Robert L. Hooper, Chair Department of Geology University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI 54702-4004 Fax: 715/836-5627 E-mail: hooperrl@uwec.edu or amdahlnj@uwec.edu (Please use e-mail for questions only-- applications will not be accepted via e-mail.) To be considered for priority screening, all of the application materials must be received by December 15, 2002; however, screening may continue until position is filled. The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Applicant's names are subject to public release unless confidentiality has been requested in writing. Names of all finalists must be released upon request. An AA/EEO employer. To learn more, visit our Web site: http://www.uwec.edu/acadaff/jobs/ http://www.uwec.edu/acadaff/jobs/ ****************************** Structural Geology - Wesleyan University The Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences at Wesleyan University seeks candidates for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Geology or be close to completion. We seek a person who is committed to excellence in undergraduate education and to an active research program that will involve undergraduates and MA students. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in structural geology with a strong field component, introductory physical geology, and courses in his or her specialty. Postdoctoral experience would constitute a strong plus, as would expertise in GIS and/or environmental geophysics. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and names of three referees, and be sent to Johan C. Varekamp, Chair, Dept. of Earth & Environmental Sciences, 265 Church Street, Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT 06459 by December 1, 2! 002. Wesleyan University values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. ****************************** Two Faculty Positions at Washington State University The School of Earth and Environmental Science at Washington State University invites applications for two positions. The School is a new unit, formed by combination of WSU's Department of Geology and Program in Environmental Science and Regional Planning. Earth Surface Processes (ESP)/Biogeochemistry. We seek a scientist with demonstrated ability to develop a research program that focuses on interactions between earth surface processes and biogeochemical systems at the Assistant Professor Level. We are interested in candidates with interdisciplinary perspectives and training in fields such as (but not limited to) geomorphology, neotectonics, ecosystem/landscape ecology, or hydrology. Successful applicants are expected to have completed a Ph.D. and to develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program. Demonstrated skills in GIS, remote sensing, spatial statistics, or another broadly applicable methodology are desirable. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to teaching; responsibilities may range from introductory courses to a graduate course in their specialty. Senior Aquatic Ecosystem Ecologist. We seek a candidate with a vigorous research program in the area of Aquatic Ecosystem Ecology at a senior rank (Associate Professor or Professor). Specific areas of research could include, but are not limited to, nutrient cycling and transport, environmental risk assessment, or restoration of aquatic ecosystems. We are particularly interested in an individual with a broad view of ecology who brings a demonstrated ability to foster innovative collaborations to address environmental science questions. The successful candidate will have a proven record of funded research and excellence in teaching both graduate and undergraduate students. The units and their facilities are described further at: http://www.wsu.edu/~geology and http://esrp.wsu.edu. The School is committed to the importance of a diverse faculty. Women and minorities are particularly encouraged to apply. Applications or inquiries concerning these positions should be made to the appropriate search committee chair. ESP/Biogeochemistry: Richelle Allen-King, Chair, ESP/BGC Search Committee, Department of Geology, PO Box 64-2812, Washington State University, Pullman, WA, 99164 or via email to attn: ESP/BGC SEARCH, libey@mail.wsu.edu. Aquatic Ecology: Andy Ford, Chair, Aquatic Ecologist Search Committee, Environmental Science and Regional Planning, PO Box 64-4430, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164 or via email to attn: AQUATIC ECOLOGY SEARCH, ofallon@wsu.edu. Applicants should send (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a statement of research interests, (3) a statement of teaching experience and interests, (4) selected reprints, and (5) the names and contact information (mailing and email addresses, telephone and fax numbers) of at least three people who can write letters of reference. Review of applications begins December 27, 2002. WSU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action educator and employer. Members of ethnic minorities, women, Vietnam-era or disabled veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 or over are encouraged to apply. 33333333333333333333333333333333333333333333 333333333333333333333333333333333 4) CONTACT INFORMATION To submit an item to E-MAIL NEWS contact: editor@awg.org To submit advertising contact: ads@awg.org To change your address or be removed from the list contact: office@awg.org