University Lecturer in Geophysics

The Department of Earth Sciences proposes to appoint a University Lecturer in Geophysics. The successful candidate will work at the Department of Earth Sciences and will be offered a Tutorial Fellowship at Exeter College under arrangements described in the further particulars. The start date would normally be 1 September 2013 and will not be later than 1 October 2013. The salary will be on a scale currently from £42,883 per annum. The appointment will be initially for five years at which point, upon completion of a successful review, the post holder will be eligible for reappointment to the retiring age.

The Department wishes to conduct a broad search encompassing all areas of geophysics. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out research, at the international level, that will contribute to the Department's research reputation, to secure research funding, to teach, supervise and examine undergraduate and postgraduate students, and to participate in and contribute to the administration of the Department.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in Geophysics, including a PhD, evidence of substantial research and ability to lead an internationally excellent research programme. Ability to teach effectively a range of topics within the fields of the Earth Sciences degree courses and to supervise graduate students are also essential.

Further particulars, containing details of the application procedure and duties, may be downloaded (PDF, 159Kb) or from Ms Pilar Pousada Solino (">).

The closing date for applications is 16th November 2012. Please note that applicants are asked to contact their referees, who should write directly to the Department so that references arrive by the closing date.

Queries about the post should be addressed to Professor John Woodhouse at "> or telephone: +44 (0) 1865 272021.

Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.

The University is an Equal Opportunities Employer.