Professor in Geo-Biosphere Interactions across the Geologic Record

• Develop research in Earth's sedimentary geological record and interactions between climate, geology, and ecosystems in deep time
• Examine past geological events at the interface of sedimentology, stratigraphy, paleontology, and geochemistry with strong field component
• Conduct multi-proxy research on paleoenvironmental conditions, depositional processes, and diagenetic alterations
• Teach sedimentology and paleontology at bachelor's and master's level
• Develop geobiology content and contribute to new multidisciplinary Master in Origin of Life
• Teach in French at bachelor's level upon appointment or within two years

• Research focus on geological rock record, not modern or recent processes
• Expertise in sedimentology and/or stratigraphy as core research basis
• Experience combining field observations with laboratory analysis and experimental approaches
• Research interests may include: origin and evolution of life, mass extinction events and recoveries, environmental changes in marine and terrestrial realms, biogeochemical cycles, life-environment interactions
• University-level teaching experience
• French language proficiency or commitment to acquire within two years

Bewerbung:

• Position: Assistant Professor, tenure track to Associate Professor (exceptional candidates may be considered for direct appointment at Associate Professor level)
• Starting date: 1 August 2027
• Location: Institute of Earth Sciences, University of Lausanne, Dorigny campus
• Integration with NCCR Genesis project and ELSTE (teaching/research convention with University of Geneva)
• Cover letter
• Research statement with vision for Geo-Biosphere Interactions across the Geologic Record and integration into NCCR Genesis (max. 4 pages)
• Teaching statement (max. 2 pages)
• Full Curriculum Vitae
• List and links to three most significant publications
• Statement on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) (max. 1 page)
• Names and contact information of five referees