Programs embrace research and education in in-situ analysis of extra-terrestrial materials from comets, asteroids, meteorites and planetary sample return to study the evolution of the Solar System; remote measurements of the surface and atmospheres of the planets and moons of our Solar System, including Mercury, Venus, the Moon, Mars, and icy bodies; invention and fabrication of hyperspectral imagers, spectrometers, and other instruments to make those measurements; small satellite (and CubeSat) technologies for exploration of the Earth and planets; materials science and mineral physics for characterizing the properties of materials under extreme conditions; geological and geophysical processes of importance to the State of Hawai'i, including seismic, volcanic, and tsunami hazards, as well as programs related to the water and energy security of Hawai'i (the Hawaii Groundwater and Geothermal Resources Center). A full curriculum vitae; A two (2) page statement describing research interests, accomplishments, and future research plans; A two (2) page statement describing experiences in, and approaches to, teaching and mentoring students and involving them in your research program; A point-by-point narrative describing how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications; Names and contact information of three (3) individuals willing to act as reference checks; Official transcripts (copies acceptable with application, official document required upon hire).