Asst. Professor - Geological Sciences jobs in Manhattan, KS

Asst. Professor - Geological Sciences teaches courses in the discipline area of geological science. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being an Asst. Professor - Geological Sciences provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Asst. Professor - Geological Sciences typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and contributes to research In a specialized field. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Student Geological Research Assistant - POOL
  • University of Kansas
  • Lawrence, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview

    The Student Geological Research Assistant (position located on the Lawrence campus) works at the Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) with the Archivist/Core Library Manager and KGS Scientists to inventory, clean, organize, photograph, cut, and analyze samples for current and ongoing research.

    Job Description

    55% Assist with rock preparation, including sawing, drilling, slabbing, polishing, and photographing of samples.

    35% Retrieve, process, inventory, and archive geological materials, which may include retrieval and re-stocking of already-archived materials. This involves moving geological samples, sorting, cleaning, possibly re-boxing, inventorying, and shelving. Transport samples by vehicle between core storage facilities. Retrieve requested items.

    10% Searching databases or scientific literature for data on samples. Downloading and organizing data. Interacting with other KGS/KU geological researchers and students to meet project goals.

    Required Qualifications

    Required Qualifications
    • KU student meeting enrollment requirements.
    • Available to work up to 40 hours weekly between 8am and 5pm, Monday through Friday, during summer and up to 20 hours per week during school year.
    **During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: 1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or 2) be pre-enrolled in upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or 3) be enrolled in summer session or 4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).**

    Position Requirements
    • Must have a current driver’s license.
    • Ability to perform physical tasks of the job duties, either with or without reasonable accommodation, to include but not limited to,
    • Stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
    • Exposed to dust, dirt and mildew associated with stored geological samples
    • Frequently lift and move up to 30 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds with accommodation in temperatures affected by extreme outdoor Kansas weather.
    • Comfortable with heights for forklift rock core/sample retrieval duties.
    • Familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet software.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Coursework in geology or related field.
    • Use of a tile saw and/or wet saws for cutting rock samples.
    • Demonstrated ability to work independently.
    • Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

    Additional Candidate Instructions

    Complete the student profile and upload the following:
    • Resume
    • Cover letter is recommended but not required
    • Provide work references and relationship to the applicant

    Contact Information to Applicants

    Annette Delaney
    adelaney@ku.edu
    785-864-2152

    Advertised Salary Range

    15.00

    Work Schedule

    Available to work up to 40 hours weekly between 8am and 5pm, Monday through Friday, during summer and up to 20 hours per week during school year.

    Anticipated Start Date

    Monday May 22, 2023
    Apply to Job

    Posting Information

    • Posting ID: 25114BR
    • Department: Kansas Geological Survey
    • Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
    • Reg/Temp: Temporary
    • Employee Class: S-Student
  • 1 Day Ago

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Pharmaceutical Sciences Director, US
  • Argenta
  • Lawrence, KS FULL_TIME
  • At Argenta we have a passion for what we do, and we relish a challenge. About us We are in the animal health business, partnering with our clients in the areas of Research and Development (R&D) and ma...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Lance Williams Residency in the Arts & Sciences
  • University of Kansas
  • Lawrence, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview The Department of Visual Art in partnership with departments in Earth Sciences and Environmental Studies at the University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS) is pleased to invite applications ...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Outreach Coordinator for Human Environmental Sciences
  • HR Partners
  • Manhattan, KS FULL_TIME
  • Company: Manhattan Area Technical College Title: Outreach Coordinator for Human Environmental Sciences Job Classification: Exempt, Full-Time Staff Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm Reporting R...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Office Coordinator, College of Arts & Sciences
  • Washburn External Careers
  • Topeka, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Title: Office Coordinator Department: College of Arts & Sciences Advertised Pay: $18.17/hour with the potential for a higher rate commensurate with experience Campus Location: Washburn Univer...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Visiting Assistant Professor
  • University of Kansas
  • Lawrence, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview The Department of American Studies at the University of Kansas seeks to hire a Visiting Assistant Professor for a two-year appointment (full-time, non-tenure-track) beginning in Augu...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Professor/Department Head
  • Consortium Of Higher Education Lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgende
  • Manhattan, KS
  • Department: 3670045070 Electrical & Computer EngrJob no: 517160Employment type: Academic / Faculty - 12 monthPay Grade: ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Individual Accademic Coach
  • Sylvan Learning Center
  • Fort Riley, KS
  • PERSONAL ACADEMIC COACH NEEDED! Sylvan Learning of Lake Parkislooking for enthusiastic K-12 academic coachesto join our ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Professor/Department Head
  • Kansas Action For Children Inc
  • Manhattan, KS
  • at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas, United StatesJob DescriptionProfessor/Department HeadDepartment: 367004...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant/Associate Professor Kansas State University Libraries
  • Mala Mid-america Library Alliance
  • Manhattan, KS
  • Kansas State University Libraries is seeking a creative, outreach-oriented individual to serve as the Department Head of...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse Clinical Instructor
  • Nightingale College
  • Manhattan, KS
  • ***Must be willing to travel 75% to the locations in Kansas. *** Are you a nurse who is passionate about being an integr...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN) Instructor
  • HR Partners
  • Manhattan, KS
  • Company: Manhattan Area Technical College Title: Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN) Instructor Job Classification: Exempt...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Manhattan is a city in northeastern Kansas in the United States at the junction of the Kansas River and Big Blue River. It is the county seat of Riley County, although it extends into Pottawatomie County. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 52,281. The city was founded by settlers from the New England Emigrant Aid Company as a Free-State town in the 1850s, during the Bleeding Kansas era. Nicknamed "The Little Apple" as a play on New York City's "Big Apple", Manhattan is best known as the home of Kansas State University and has a distinct college town atmosphere. Fort Riley, a United...
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Income Estimation for Asst. Professor - Geological Sciences jobs
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Manhattan, Kansas area prices
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