Announcement: Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Geology
About the role
The Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences at the California Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track position in Geology. The division seeks individuals who will lead an innovative research program while complementing existing strengths, and who are committed to teaching and mentorship of students and postdoctoral fellows. An initial appointment at the assistant professor level is contingent upon completion of a Ph.D. in a relevant field; extraordinarily well-qualified candidates may also be considered at the tenured professor level.
Responsibilities
- Lead an innovative, independent research program in geology
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
- Mentor students and postdoctoral fellows
- Foster an inclusive environment for scholars with diverse perspectives and experiences
Requirements
- Ph.D. in a relevant field (completed by start date for assistant professor appointment)
- Expertise in areas including but not limited to: paleoenvironments, weathering, tectonics, or properties and mechanics of earth and planetary materials
- Demonstrated commitment to classroom and laboratory instruction
- Demonstrated commitment to mentorship of students and postdoctoral scholars
- Ability to foster an inclusive scholarly environment
Application process
Interested applicants should submit an electronic application via https://applications.caltech.edu/jobs/geology including:
- A brief cover letter
- Curriculum vitae (including publications)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of current and proposed research (up to two pages)
- Education statement addressing classroom and laboratory instruction, mentorship of students and postdoctoral scholars, and ways to foster an inclusive environment (up to two pages)
Reviews of applications will begin on December 1, 2026; applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For questions about the application process, contact gps-faculty-search@caltech.edu.
Pay
Salaries for professorial faculty at Caltech fall in the range $125,000 to $400,000.
Schedule
- Review start date: December 1, 2026
- Open until filled
Contact: Claire Bucholz, Professor of Geology, Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences, California Institute of Technology. Of interest to the Terrestrial Working Group and Coastal Working Group.