Assistant Professor of Geological Sciences

About the role

The Department of Earth Sciences at the Faculty of Chemical Sciences, Universidad de Concepción, is seeking a full‑time Assistant Professor to join its teaching and research team. The position involves 44 hours per week of academic duties, starting in August 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate and graduate courses in Geological Sciences, with emphasis on Economic Geology or Engineering Geology.
• Develop and lead a research program at the national or international level, either within an existing department area or by establishing a new one.
• Supervise student theses and research projects.
• Participate in departmental and university service activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree (Licenciatura) or professional title in Geological Sciences.
• PhD in Geological Sciences or a closely related field.
• Proven university‑level teaching experience, preferably in Economic or Engineering Geology.
• Documented research productivity meeting Chile’s National Accreditation Commission criteria (WoS‑indexed publications).
• Fluency in Spanish; non‑native speakers must provide a proficiency certification.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time academic appointment (44 h/week) with a stable career path.
• Access to university research facilities and funding opportunities.
• Integration into a vibrant scientific community in Concepción.