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Lecturer-Geology and Geological Engineering/Black Hills Natural Sciences Field Station (BHNSFS)
South Dakota State University
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Institution
South Dakota Mines

Working Title
Lecturer-Geology and Geological Engineering/Black Hills Natural Sciences Field Station (BHNSFS)

Posting Number
F01556P

Department
SDSMT-BH Nat'l Science Field Station SD

Physical Location of Position (City)
Unspecified

Posting Text

The Black Hills Natural Sciences Field Station (BHNSFS) at South Dakota School of Mines & Technology is seeking temporary Lecturers for three and four-week winter sessions of Geology and Geological Engineering field camps, and/or other specialty camps as needed. The camps are taught from various locations in the Black Hills, and other locations within the U.S. and abroad. For more information on camps and locations visit https://geologyfieldcamp.sdsmt.edu. It is expected that the selected candidate will live at the camp during the session. Possibility of an ongoing position, dependent upon performance, funding and student enrollment.

A PhD in Geology, Geological Engineering or a related field is required; experience teaching geology and/or engineering field camps is preferred. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. These are temporary, non-benefited positions.

South Dakota Mines is a best-in-class STEM university that offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees located in Rapid City, the state's second largest city with a MSA population of over 158,000. With 226 days of sunshine, 1.2 million acres of breathtaking scenery of the Black Hills National Forest, 700 miles of motorized trails and nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, there is a lot to see and do. People from around the world come here each year to see top attractions like Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Terry Peak Ski Area, and Reptile Gardens. There's something for everybody!

At Mines, our vision is to develop world-class leaders in science and engineering to benefit society through education, innovation, and engagement. Nearly 2,500 students from every state and over 40 countries are represented on our campus. Mines is an affordable option with a great return on investment.

Known for our academic rigor, we maintain an average class size of 24 and our students benefit from immersive learning experiences including undergraduate research, co-ops/internships, and nationally competitive engineering teams. These experiences make graduates highly sought after by industry and attributes to high starting salaries and 98% placement rate in the field of study.

Research at Mines encompasses four main areas: energy and environment; materials and manufacturing; STEM education; and underground science and engineering. Entrepreneurship is highly valued and programming assists students and faculty to engage in entrepreneurial activities and transition scientific and technological innovations into viable products and business startups.

South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at Careers at Mines (sdsmt.edu). Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin November 6, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Posting Date
10/22/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
11/06/2024

Advertised Salary

Duration of the Term
Other

If Other, describe duration
Temporary appointments (winter camps)

Appointment Percent
100

Tenure Status
Term

Proposed Rank
Lecturer

Work Hours

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Temporary

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota Mines does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status in employment or the provision of service.

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Cognitive Requirements

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Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.
Eye Protection, Other

If other protection is used please identify

Field gear

Physical Requirements

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Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting light, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs, Crawling, Crouching, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Squatting, Stretching, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

Describe any of the conditions selected

Sensory Requirements

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Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.
Changes of Temperature, Exposure to Dust, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat >100F, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc)

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Working Environment

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Classroom Environment, Office Environment, Farm or Grassland Environment, Outdoors Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

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    JOB SUMMARY
    Lecturer-Geology and Geological Engineering/Black Hills Natural Sciences Field Station (BHNSFS)
    South Dakota State University
    Dakota
    a month ago
    N/A
    Full-time