Open Rank: Climate and Biogeochemical Coastal Systems Professor

Morris Heights Health Center; Maryland; On-site; USD 75,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate and dedicated professor to join their team in the field of Climate and Biogeochemical Coastal Systems. This exciting role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research addressing critical challenges related to climate change. With a focus on mentoring the next generation of scientists and publishing impactful research, the successful candidate will be part of a vibrant academic community. If you are driven by a commitment to excellence in teaching and research, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking institution dedicated to making a difference in the world through innovative research and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Doctorate required; experience in climate and biogeochemical systems essential.
• Demonstrated potential for research productivity and funding.

Responsibilities

• Establish independent, externally funded research programs.
• Mentor students and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.

Skills

Research Productivity

Climate Change Research

Biogeochemical Coastal Systems

Mentoring and Supervision

Teaching Experience

Publishing in Peer-Reviewed Journals

Education

Doctorate in Relevant Discipline

Job description

Open Rank: Climate and Biogeochemical Coastal Systems Professor

Posting Summary

Job Title: Open Rank: Climate and Biogeochemical Coastal Systems Professor

Division: Division of Academic Affairs

Department: School of Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences

Work Status: Full Time

Position Category: Faculty

Faculty Rank: Open Rank

FLSA: Exempt

Pay Range: Assistant Professor $75,000 - $120,000; Associate Professor $80,000 - $130,000; Professor $95,000 - $170,000 (based on discipline)

Fund Source: State Support

Job Summary: Founded in 1867, Morgan State University is Maryland’s premier public urban research institution, recognized for its dedication to excellence in teaching, research, public service, and community engagement. The School of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences (SCMNS), in partnership with the Morgan State Patuxent Environmental and Aquatic Research Laboratory (PEARL), invites applications for a 9.5-month tenure-track position in Climate and Biogeochemical Coastal Systems to support the newly established Center for Urban and Coastal Climate Science Research.

The Center is dedicated to addressing critical and complex challenges related to climate change, with a focus on its impact on natural ecosystems, the built environment, the economy, and the health and well-being of Maryland’s residents. We are seeking to hire a new faculty at the assistant, associate, or full professor level whose research interests align with the mission of the Center for Urban and Coastal Climate Science Research. Salaries are competitive and include the State of Maryland benefits package.

The full-time appointment will begin in August 2025. We are especially interested in candidates who have a track record of research productivity that examines and addresses climate and biogeochemical coastal systems in one or more of the following areas: coastal and marine geochemistry, biogeochemistry of trace elements and contaminants, geomicrobiology, biogeochemical cycles, geodynamics, and chemical/physical oceanography.

Job Duties: Selected candidates will be expected to: establish independent, externally funded research programs; mentor and supervise postdoctoral researchers, graduate/undergraduate students, and research technicians; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; and publish research findings in highly regarded peer-reviewed journals.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics: The candidate must have demonstrated potential to develop a dynamic, nationally-recognized, and externally-funded research program that involves publishing in highly regarded peer-reviewed scientific journals. Experience and commitment to advancing climate and biogeochemical coastal systems research are essential.

Required Minimum Qualifications: The successful candidate must possess a Doctorate in a relevant discipline from an accredited university.

Posting Number: FA00371

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Open Date: 11/26/2024

Best Consideration Date: 12/15/2024

Job Close Date:

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Interested applicants should submit the following:

1. A cover letter outlining interest and qualifications
2. A comprehensive curriculum vitae
3. A statement of research accomplishments and future research plans
4. A statement of teaching philosophy and experience
5. Contact information for at least three professional references