Requisition ID: req34200

Working Title:
Assistant Professor-LowTemp Geochemistry-Earth and Planetary Sciences

Position Summary:
The Department of Earth and PlanetarySciences (EPS) at the University of New Mexico invites applications for atenure-track Assistant Professor position in Low-Temperature Geochemistry tobegin August 10, 2026. Applicants musthave a PhD in Geochemistry, Geoscience, or a related field by date ofappointment. For best consideration, all application materials must be receivedby December 22, 2025.

The Department of Earth and PlanetarySciences has a full-time tenured/tenure track faculty of 11 and offersundergraduate degrees in Earth and Planetary Sciences and EnvironmentalScience, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Earth and Planetary Sciences. EPS facilitiesinclude state-of-the-art analytical laboratories for water and sedimentchemistry, imaging, stable and radiogenic isotopes, access to high-performancecomputing facilities, and field sites that span New Mexico's diverse landscapes.

The new facultymember will teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to geochemistryand undergraduate courses in Earth and environmental sciences. They areexpected to have an active research program and supervise graduate students.The position offers opportunities to collaborate with researchers across UNMand at nearby national laboratories, as well as state and federal agencies.

To apply, please access the University of New Mexico's onlineapplication system at https://www.unm.edu/jobs and applyfor posting Requisition #34200. Onlyapplications submitted through this website can be considered.

UNM is the premier research university in New Mexico and is a Carnegie Highest Research Activity Institution. Our campus is located in the heart of Albuquerque, which has cultural, outdoor recreational opportunities for everyone. Learn more about our city, our welcoming campus, and research opportunities at http://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/ and https://advance.unm.edu/why-unm/. For more information regarding the College of Arts and Science's ambitious hiring plan, including a list of departments that are hiring faculty members with shared interests, please see this page.
Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Department:
Earth and Planetary Sciences Dept (133A)

Employment Type:
Faculty

Faculty Type:
Tenure/Tenure-Track
Hiring Department:
College of Arts & Sciences

Academic Location:
Earth and Planetary Sciences Dept (133A)
Benefits Eligible:
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
For Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please apply by 12/22/2025. This position will remain open until filled.Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. by appointment date with specialization in Low-Temperature Geochemistry or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of scholarship in Low-Temperature Geochemistry
• Demonstrated ability or interest in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in low-temperature geochemistry and general courses in Earth and Environmental Sciences
• Demonstrated ability or interest in advising and directing graduate research
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain an externally funded research program
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities