<div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small">Dear Colleagues -</div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small"><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small">We have a job search just beginning, details below.</div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small"><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small">Please consider applying if interested, and please pass on to any who might be interested.</div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small"><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small">Many thanks!</div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small"><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small">Ray Russo</div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small">Search Committee Chair</div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small"><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small">
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;text-align:center;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif" align="center"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Tenure-Track Faculty Position in the Department of
Geological Sciences, University of Florida<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The <span style="color:black">Department
of Geological Sciences</span> at the University of Florida, College of Liberal
Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full-time, <span style="color:black">nine-</span>month, <span style="color:black">tenure-accruing</span><span style="color:red"> </span>position at<span style="color:red"> </span>the rank
of <span style="color:black">Assistant Professor</span>, beginning August 16, 2021.
</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">We
invite applicants in all areas of observational, theoretical and computational
geosciences who specialize in using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine
learning (ML) in their research. <span style="color:black">We particularly
encourage applicants in the areas of natural hazards, climate change, solid Earth
geophysics, remote sensing, or allied Earth system fields. The Geological
Sciences department at UF has developed a strong expertise in high-performance
numerical computing of Earth System dynamics, providing an ideal context for
future work and collaborations involving AI/ML research in the Earth Sciences. This
position is part of </span>a<span style="color:black"> new AI</span>/ML<span style="color:black"> hiring initiative at the</span> University of Florida (</span><a href="https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/MVV_C81V0PTKEGyrUnNGM7?domain=ai.ufl.edu/" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">https://ai.ufl.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">) coinciding with<span style="color:black"> the</span> development of the new HiPerGator AI NVIDIA GPU
SuperPod architecture, the world's fastest supercomputer in higher education (</span><a href="https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/UFG2C91WPRTpD0w1TEAIZY?domain=news.ufl.edu/" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">https://news.ufl.edu/2020/07/nvidia-partnership/</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">).<span> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Applicants
should have a PhD or have completed the PhD requirements by August 2021. </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The salary is
competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and includes a
full benefits package.<span style="color:black"><span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="gmail-BodyA" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;border:medium none"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><span> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:rgb(39,19,14)">The successful candidate will have a strong,
established research program in some aspect of AI/ML that complements current Departmental
research endeavors, a compelling plan for future research, and the ability to
contribute significantly to graduate education and the mentoring of graduate
students. The University and Department are committed to introducing AI/ML
widely and at all levels of instruction.</span><span>
</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:rgb(39,19,14)">Information about the Department can be found at
</span><a href="https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/Qym1Ck81N9tpPEJNT8VQ19?domain=geology.ufl.edu" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">geology.ufl.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:rgb(39,19,14)">.<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;text-align:justify;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span class="gmail-None"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The
Department of Geological Sciences is committed to maintaining an environment
that welcomes diversity of ability, class, ethnicity/race, gender identity and
expression. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an
environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional
service. </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:rgb(51,51,51)" lang="EN">Please see </span><a href="https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/yoDyC0YKPviLpxA8s2ypKl?domain=geology.ufl.edu/" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">http://geology.ufl.edu/department/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> for more information
about diversity and inclusion in the Department of Geological Sciences. <span class="gmail-None">The University and greater Gainesville community enjoy a diversity
of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities,
and social opportunities.</span><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">For full consideration, applications
must be submitted online at </span><a href="https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/LPv-CgZ0N1i7D3zkS3ZDuY?domain=apply.interfolio.com" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">http://apply.interfolio.com/82647</span></a><span class="gmail-MsoHyperlink" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">.</span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:red"> </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Applications
must include: (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's
qualifications, interests, future research goals, and suitability for the
position, (2) a complete <i>curriculum vitae</i>,
(3) a research statement detailing current activities and future research
plans, (4) a statement summarizing teaching experience and interests, and (5) </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">a list of names and
contact information of at least <span style="color:black">three</span> references.
After initial review, applicants who are chosen to receive further
consideration will be asked to request confidential letters of recommendation
from the references.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black"> </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">Applicants are encouraged to
articulate their commitment to cultivating an inclusive and equitable teaching
and research environment in their teaching statement and cover letter.</span><span></span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;text-align:justify;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Applications will be reviewed beginning
<span style="color:black">February 1, 2021</span>, and the position will remain
open until filled. </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:rgb(39,19,14)">Only complete applications will be reviewed at
this time. </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Applications</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> received after this date may be considered at the
discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.<span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;text-align:justify;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Inquiries about the position should be
directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Raymond Russo (</span><a href="mailto:rrusso@ufl.edu" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline"><i><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">rrusso@ufl.edu</span></i></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">).<span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;text-align:justify;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">All candidates for employment are
subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal
records, reference checks, and verification of education.<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;text-align:justify;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The selected candidate will be required to provide an official
transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be
considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible.
Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require
evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National
Association of Credential Evaluation Services (<span class="gmail-caps">NACES</span>),
which can be found at </span><a href="https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/L6_BCjZ1N7ivVrx9s1Fq9w?domain=naces.org/" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">http://www.naces.org/</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">.<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;text-align:justify;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">The University of Florida is an equal opportunity
institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and
staff. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. If an
accommodation due to disability is needed in order to apply for this position,
please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).
<span></span></span></p>
</div><br>-- <br><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature">R. M. Russo<br>Associate Professor, Graduate Coordinator<br>Department of Geological Science<br>University of Florida<br>Gainesville, FL 32611 USA<br>+1 352 392 6766<br>+1 352 392 9294 fax<br><a href="mailto:rrusso@ufl.edu" target="_blank">rrusso@ufl.edu</a> for all University of Florida business<br><a href="mailto:rmrusso2010@gmail.com" target="_blank">rmrusso2010@gmail.com</a> for all other contacts<br><br></div></div>