Responsibilities of the successful applicant will include teaching and student advising at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The selected candidate will also be expected to develop a sustainable research program that attracts external research funding and addresses the needs of the mining industry. The position is open to all the specialty areas of mining and geological engineering, including contemporary issues in mining, such as reclamation, health and safety, and mine operations.

Applicants should submit the following: 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a teaching statement (upload as specific request 1), and 4) a research statement (upload as specific request 2) .

Applications submitted by January 31st, 2023 will receive full consideration. However, the position will remain open until filled.

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