Assistant Professorship in Climate-related Sciences – MIT

MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Cambridge, Massachusetts is seeking an assistant professor in climate science to join their Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and demonstrate a commitment to teaching and research in physical oceanography, atmospheric chemistry, and related fields. Applications from women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in earth sciences or related field required by start of employment.
• Commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching.
• Potential for innovation and leadership in research.

Responsibilities

• Expand interdisciplinary group in climate science.
• Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Contribute to innovative research.

Education

Ph.D. in earth sciences or related field

Job description

Overview

The MIT Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences includes a vibrant and interdisciplinary group in climate science that we seek to expand. We are especially interested in physical oceanography, atmospheric chemistry, and atmospheric dynamics, but we encourage applications from outstanding candidates in all sub-disciplines of climate science. We seek candidates who use any approach or combination of approaches, including observation, theory, modeling, and experimentation. Candidates should have the potential for innovation and leadership in research and a commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Requirements and Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in earth sciences or related field by the start of employment. Our intent is to hire at the assistant professor level, but more senior appointments may also be considered. Applications from women and underrepresented minorities are strongly encouraged.

The complete application must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, one- to two-page descriptions of research and teaching plans, and three letters of recommendation.

Application Process

Please explicitly commit to our department’s code of conduct.

Applications are being accepted at Academic Jobs Online. To receive full consideration, complete applications must be received by November 1, 2019.

Search Contact: Ms. Karen Fosher, HR Administrator, EAPS, 54-924, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139-4307, email: [e-mail]

Legal and EEO Information

Applications from women and underrepresented minorities are strongly encouraged. This opportunity is open to all genders and career stages.

Current Opportunities

Listening sessions for the strategic planning process are scheduled for March and May 2025. The next MPOWIR webinar is scheduled for April 28th at 12:00pm EDT/9:00am PDT. Pattullo Conference is planned for September 29–October 2, 2025. MPOWIR is moving primary social media to LinkedIn. View and submit Career Profiles at mpowir.org/resources/career-profiles.

LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8585310/