About the Department of Earth Sciences and SFU
The mission of EASC is to conduct innovative research and teaching that shapes the way in which
we understand Earth’s evolution, and positions us to address the growing challenges of resource
security and sustainability, climate change and natural hazards. We are committed to fostering
a supportive and accommodating environment for all our members and maintaining a diverse
and vibrant research setting that provides outstanding training and experiential learning at the
graduate and undergraduate levels.
Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to
diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which
pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity
reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring
that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability
or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of
underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with
disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that