The Department of Earth Sciences of the Institute for Advanced Studies in Basic Sciences is a newly established department dedicated to research and graduate education in various geoscience disciplines. The current focus of the department is on geophysics, crustal seismology, geodynamics and tectonics. However, we encourage applications from a broader spectrum of fields including, geology, geophysics, hydrology, and atmospheric sciences. We invite Iranian Earth scientists to apply for full time faculty positions. We seek individuals who can develop independent research programs, teach courses, and supervise student theses. Applicants should submit a curriculum vita, reprints of their research publications, a statement of research and teaching interests, and two letters of reference to: Dr. Farhad Sobouti Department of Earth Sciences, Institute for Advanced Studies in Basics Sciences POBOX 45195-1159, Zanjan, Iran Email: farhads@iasbs.ac.ir Phone: +98-241-415-2224, Fax: +98-241-4152104 Electronic submission is preferable. A Ph.D. is required at the time employment begins.