An earned doctorate in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics discipline with an expertise that includes petrophysics, geomechanics, or a closely related field is required. This is a senior level position for a scientist or engineer whose research program is well regarded by the petroleum industry, and who has either a record of significant funding and publication or significant leadership experience in a petroleum firm s research lab. Nine month academic tenured tenure track position in Geology and Geological Engineering. Possibility of summer support dependent upon ability to obtain funding. The successful candidate will become the inaugural Director of the newly established Energy Resources Institute (ERI) within the GGE Department at SD Mines, with an academic rank of Professor. ERI s vision is to develop a nationally recognized program of basic and applied research and education that covers both upstream and downstream components of the petroleum industry. Nine month salary range is commensurate with background and experience. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Posting 0007036.