Paleoceanography Assistant Professor: Data-Driven Ocean Research

Earthsciweek; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Marine Geosciences at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science at the University of Miami invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Paleoceanography starting August 2026. The successful candidate will develop a vigorous, externally funded program and contribute to both undergraduate and graduate teaching.

We seek a data- and problem-oriented researcher with expertise in reconstructing past ocean conditions using sediment cores,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research and scholarship.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Develop an externally funded research program.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching.
• Supervise student research and participate in service.

Skills

Paleoceanography

Sediment core analysis

Geochemical proxies

Data analysis

Grant writing

Education

Ph.D. in Marine Geosciences or related field

Tools

R

MATLAB

ArcGIS

Job description

The Department of Marine Geosciences at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science at the University of Miami invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Paleoceanography starting August 2026. The successful candidate will develop a vigorous, externally funded program and contribute to both undergraduate and graduate teaching.

We seek a data- and problem-oriented researcher with expertise in reconstructing past ocean conditions using sediment cores,