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The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Northwestern University invites applications for a tenure track, assistant professor position in organic biogeochemistry to begin in fall 2013.  Specifically, we seek a scientist who studies the molecular structure and stable isotope composition of organic materials extracted from modern and ancient sedimentary deposits in order to reconstruct records of past life and the environment, track the evolution and importance of microbial processes through time, and/or study biogeochemical cycles and their role in climate change. The successful candidate is expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses and lead an externally funded research program.  A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment.  Deadline for applications is December 1, 2012.  Applicants should visit  here  to submit: letter of application, cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statement, publication list, published papers, and names, addresses and emails of at least three references.  AA/EOE.  Applications from women and members of minority groups are especially welcome.