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Assistant Professor Overview
The Department of Geoscience at the University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks applicants at the Assistant Professor level with exceptional potential for impactful research addressing problems related to the Energy Transition. The search focuses on expertise in critical minerals, economic geology, and/or geological decarbonization. Candidates who employ geophysical, computational, or field-based methods are encouraged to apply. This position is part of UW–Madison’s RISE-Earth initiative, which strengthens the university’s ability to address environmental challenges and translate discoveries into tangible benefits at home in Wisconsin and beyond. The successful candidate will advance the educational mission of the Department of Geoscience and the College of Letters & Science, valuing evidence-based and student-centered teaching and undergraduate mentoring, while contributing to an inclusive environment for faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. The Department of Geoscience at UW–Madison has a tradition of excellence in research and teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels. Faculty conduct research that enhances understanding of the Earth and its relationship to society, serving Wisconsin, the nation, and the world. The program emphasizes fundamentals of the Earth system to prepare students for successful careers, with many graduates achieving leadership roles in academia, industry, and government. UW–Madison is consistently recognized as a leading university with strong graduate and undergraduate programs and a welcoming, supportive, and respectful community. Candidates should highlight strengths in these priorities in their cover letter, research statement, and/or teaching statement. Madison is a city of 270,000 and the capital of Wisconsin, noted for its tech growth and high quality of life. RISE-EARTH Initiative: The Wisconsin Research, Innovation, and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative accelerates and strengthens faculty hiring, research infrastructure, interdisciplinary collaboration, and student opportunities to address environmental challenges. RISE‑EARTH stands for Environment: Adaptation, Resilience, Technology, and Humanity. Through these efforts, RISE-EARTH aims to translate discoveries into benefits for Wisconsin and beyond. Candidates hired through RISE-EARTH will join a community of scholars across disciplines and campuses, engaging in seminars and collaborations. Further information about RISE can be found at: rise.wisc.edu. Key Job Responsibilities:
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, contribute to curriculum updates and innovations to educate a diverse student body, mentor graduate students, supervise research, and develop an extramurally funded research program with industry connections; participate in interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts within the College of Letters & Science and with other departments, schools, and colleges; advance the college’s commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, research, and service. Department:
College of Letters & Science, Department of Geoscience Compensation:
Negotiable – 9 months Required Qualifications:
Evidence of creativity and excellence in scholarly research and teaching; ability to foster a teaching, learning, departmental, and research environment where all can thrive. Education:
A PhD in geoscience or related field is required by start of appointment. How to Apply:
Apply online at Jobs at UW under Job Requisition JR10004485. Applications must be submitted through UW–Madison's online system. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. Click the Apply Now button to start the process. Applicants should submit the following four items as a single PDF document: A letter of application Curriculum vitae A research, teaching, and mentoring statement A list of 3 references with contact information For full consideration, all materials must be received no later than 11:59 pm on December 8, 2025. Materials should clearly demonstrate the applicant’s qualifications and dedication to student-centered teaching and mentoring, including goals, action plans, reflection, and related documentation. This portion of the application materials must be created by the applicant and may include supporting letters; it cannot be solely in the form of letters from others. Contact Information:
Questions should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Brad S. Singer, bsinger@wisc.edu Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW–Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect how identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit to excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as linked goals. The University of Wisconsin–Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background. The University of Wisconsin–Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran; we promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights, and federal/state postings, visit the UW–Madison postings page. To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process, please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division to which you are applying. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond effectively. Employment may require a criminal background check and references to answer questions regarding misconduct. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants requesting confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released as required by law. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains campus safety policies and crime statistics; UW–Madison can provide a paper copy upon request.
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If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category:
Faculty Employment Type:
Regular Job Profile:
Assistant Professor Overview
The Department of Geoscience at the University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks applicants at the Assistant Professor level with exceptional potential for impactful research addressing problems related to the Energy Transition. The search focuses on expertise in critical minerals, economic geology, and/or geological decarbonization. Candidates who employ geophysical, computational, or field-based methods are encouraged to apply. This position is part of UW–Madison’s RISE-Earth initiative, which strengthens the university’s ability to address environmental challenges and translate discoveries into tangible benefits at home in Wisconsin and beyond. The successful candidate will advance the educational mission of the Department of Geoscience and the College of Letters & Science, valuing evidence-based and student-centered teaching and undergraduate mentoring, while contributing to an inclusive environment for faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. The Department of Geoscience at UW–Madison has a tradition of excellence in research and teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels. Faculty conduct research that enhances understanding of the Earth and its relationship to society, serving Wisconsin, the nation, and the world. The program emphasizes fundamentals of the Earth system to prepare students for successful careers, with many graduates achieving leadership roles in academia, industry, and government. UW–Madison is consistently recognized as a leading university with strong graduate and undergraduate programs and a welcoming, supportive, and respectful community. Candidates should highlight strengths in these priorities in their cover letter, research statement, and/or teaching statement. Madison is a city of 270,000 and the capital of Wisconsin, noted for its tech growth and high quality of life. RISE-EARTH Initiative: The Wisconsin Research, Innovation, and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative accelerates and strengthens faculty hiring, research infrastructure, interdisciplinary collaboration, and student opportunities to address environmental challenges. RISE‑EARTH stands for Environment: Adaptation, Resilience, Technology, and Humanity. Through these efforts, RISE-EARTH aims to translate discoveries into benefits for Wisconsin and beyond. Candidates hired through RISE-EARTH will join a community of scholars across disciplines and campuses, engaging in seminars and collaborations. Further information about RISE can be found at: rise.wisc.edu. Key Job Responsibilities:
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, contribute to curriculum updates and innovations to educate a diverse student body, mentor graduate students, supervise research, and develop an extramurally funded research program with industry connections; participate in interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts within the College of Letters & Science and with other departments, schools, and colleges; advance the college’s commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, research, and service. Department:
College of Letters & Science, Department of Geoscience Compensation:
Negotiable – 9 months Required Qualifications:
Evidence of creativity and excellence in scholarly research and teaching; ability to foster a teaching, learning, departmental, and research environment where all can thrive. Education:
A PhD in geoscience or related field is required by start of appointment. How to Apply:
Apply online at Jobs at UW under Job Requisition JR10004485. Applications must be submitted through UW–Madison's online system. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. Click the Apply Now button to start the process. Applicants should submit the following four items as a single PDF document: A letter of application Curriculum vitae A research, teaching, and mentoring statement A list of 3 references with contact information For full consideration, all materials must be received no later than 11:59 pm on December 8, 2025. Materials should clearly demonstrate the applicant’s qualifications and dedication to student-centered teaching and mentoring, including goals, action plans, reflection, and related documentation. This portion of the application materials must be created by the applicant and may include supporting letters; it cannot be solely in the form of letters from others. Contact Information:
Questions should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Brad S. Singer, bsinger@wisc.edu Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW–Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect how identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit to excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as linked goals. The University of Wisconsin–Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background. The University of Wisconsin–Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran; we promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights, and federal/state postings, visit the UW–Madison postings page. To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process, please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division to which you are applying. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond effectively. Employment may require a criminal background check and references to answer questions regarding misconduct. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants requesting confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released as required by law. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains campus safety policies and crime statistics; UW–Madison can provide a paper copy upon request.
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