Assistant Professor in Planetary Sciences

The Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Brown University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Planetary Sciences. We encourage candidates from all fields of planetary science and exploration to apply. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate must be engaged in a strong research program with the potential to influence the field, demonstrate the intention to obtain external funding, and demonstrate potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and advising in the Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences. Candidates must have received a PhD by the time of appointment. 

To apply, go to https://apply.interfolio.com/173797 and submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, three reference letters, and statements describing how you would contribute to the research and teaching missions of our diverse and inclusive university community.  

Review of applications will begin on October 20, 2025. To receive full consideration applicants should submit all materials by that date. For further information contact the search committee chair, Chris Huber (christian_huber@brown.edu). 

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Student Project Assistant (REQ204343) 

DEEPS is currently accepting applications for a Student Project Assistant to assist the Environmental Geochemistry Facility (EGF) Lab Manager with general laboratory tasks in Geochem and Macmillan Hall. 

Duties: Assist the EGF Manager with labware cleaning, sample preparation, analysis and basic maintenance and organization of EGF labs in Geochem and Macmillan Hall. 

Tasks include (but not limited to): 

• Prepare samples for organic compounds, trace elements and nutrients analysis using standard lab procedures and instrumentation. 

• Labware cleaning for organic samples, trace elements, standards, and nutrients analysis. 

• Restock labs with clean labware, gloves and kimwipes as needed. 

• Cycle desiccant in desiccators, fill DI water containers and flush eyewashes in EGF labs. 

• Assist lab manager and technicians in general lab cleanup and organization.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 10

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DIAC Administrative Officer (REQ204433) 

The DIAC Administrative Officer will assist the DEEPS Diversity, Inclusion, and Action Committee (DIAC) by managing the administrative tasks and basic organization of the committee. The DIAC Administrative Officer will support the DEI goals of our department by organizing the logistical details and clerical needs of the committee, while also gaining practical administrative skills and building an understanding of DEI initiatives in an academic setting.

The primary responsibilities of this role will focus on the DIAC’s monthly meeting, with most working hours concentrated on preparing for and supporting this meeting. The employee may occasionally need to be available at other times, particularly for special events or additional committee needs outside the regular schedule.

Primary Job Functions:

• Schedule the monthly DIAC meeting
• Organize and distribute the agenda ahead of the meeting
• Set up and manage the meeting Zoom
• Document meeting minutes and share them to the group Google Drive
• Assist with initiatives undertaken by the committee (like special events or workshops)
• Other general administrative support tasks as needed

Qualifications: 

• Strong commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice within our community
• Proficiency with Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Zoom
• Clear and reliable communication skills, particularly through email
• Excellent note-taking abilities
• Strong organizational skills

Estimated Weekly Hours: 3 max

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