Physical Scientist Faculty Position

Morgan State University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan State University invites applications for a Physical Scientist Faculty Position in the Division of Academic Affairs within the School of Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences. This is a full‑time, open‑rank faculty role with competitive salaries and the State of Maryland benefits package.

The ideal candidate will establish independent research programs addressing climate processes across atmospheric, coastal, oceanic, or terrestrial systems, mentor students and researchers, and

Qualifications

• Track record of research in physical processes governing atmospheric, coastal, oceanic, or terrestrial systems related to climate change.
• Ability to develop externally funded research programs and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Experience advancing climate and physical sciences research.

Responsibilities

• Establish independent, externally funded research programs.
• Mentor and supervise postdoctoral researchers, graduate/undergraduate students, and research technicians.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Publish research findings in peer‑reviewed journals.

Skills

Climate science research

Remote sensing

GIS

Data analysis with large datasets

Grant writing

Mentoring

Education

Doctorate in a relevant discipline

Job description

Physical Scientist Faculty Position – Division of Academic Affairs, School of Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences. Full Time, Faculty Rank Open Rank. FLSA Non‑Exempt. Pay ranges: Assistant Professor $75,000–$120,000; Associate Professor $80,000–$130,000; Professor $95,000–$170,000 (state supported).

Job Summary

We are seeking an assistant, associate, or full professor 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.

Job Duties

• Establish independent, externally funded research programs.
• Mentor and supervise postdoctoral researchers, graduate/undergraduate students, and research technicians.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Publish research findings in highly regarded peer‑reviewed journals.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

Candidates should have a track record of research in physical processes governing atmospheric, coastal, oceanic, or terrestrial systems related to climate change. The ideal candidate will have expertise in key climate indicators such as temperature, precipitation, sea‑level rise, extreme weather; a demonstrated ability to collect and apply empirical data in developing physical and mathematical models to understand and predict climate impacts on local, regional, national and global social/environmental climate systems; and experience using remote sensing technologies and/or geographic information systems (GIS). Candidates who use large datasets to assess environmental change and variability, and integrate physical data with chemical, biological, and social science data to support comprehensive climate risk assessments, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in a relevant discipline from an accredited university.
• Demonstrated potential to develop a dynamic, nationally‑recognized, externally funded research program, including publishing in highly regarded peer‑reviewed scientific journals.
• Experience and commitment to advancing climate and physical sciences research.

Other Preferences for Consideration

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