About the Position

The Department of Earth Sciences at Carleton University invites applications from qualified candidates for a 3-year term appointment in Mineral Exploration and Resource Management at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream. Applications from women and under-represented groups are particularly welcome.

The Department seeks candidates able to teach postgraduate professional courses in the application of modern techniques in mineral exploration, resource estimation, mining, beneficiation and mine waste management and the planning and execution of mineral exploration programs.

About the Academic Unit

The Masters in Mineral Exploration and Resource Management (MERM) is a fully online, course-based professional program operated by the Department of Earth Sciences of Carleton University. The program will launch in January 2027.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Earth Sciences (or related field), but in exceptional circumstances relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the PhD. The candidate must be willing to relocate to the Ottawa area. The successful candidate will combine industry experience in the application of Earth Sciences to mineral exploration and resource management with a commitment to transferring practical knowledge to early career professionals in the mineral resource industry. They must be proficient in the use of industry-standard software such as Leapfrog, Oasis Montaj, ioGAS, and GQIS. Proficiency in English is a requirement.

Application Instructions

Please send the application by email in one single PDF document to the attention of: Dr. James Mungall (MERM Director), Department of Earth Sciences, Carleton University. The application document should include the curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a teaching philosophy and experience statement, a statement outlining your experience in mineral exploration, a statement that identifies your plans to advance equity, diversity and inclusion in your teaching, service, or scholarly activities, and the names and addresses (including e-mail addresses) of three referees. The deadline for applications is July 30, 2026.