Tenure-Track Position in Climate Science
- University of Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Mar 15, 2025
Job Description
Tenure-Track Position in Climate Science
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Open Date: Sep 09, 2024
Deadline:
Tenure-Track Position in Climate Science
The Department of Earth and Environmental Science at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a tenure-track position in climate science. The Department is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community and strongly encourages applications from women and other underrepresented groups in earth and environmental sciences. We seek an innovative scientist who studies climate using novel experimental, observational, big data or other approaches. Research areas include but are not limited to climate modeling, atmospheric science, oceanography, paleoclimatology, global ecology, and climate impacts on Earth/environmental system functions. The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2025.
Penn's Department of Earth and Environmental Science is a collaborative and interactive department. We seek to create knowledge that advances our understanding of the physics, biology and chemistry of Earth and how it works. Our department is housed within the School of Arts & Sciences, which is comprised of 28 academic departments, the College of Arts and Sciences, the Graduate Division, and the College of Liberal and Professional Studies. We promote and encourage curiosity, intellectual engagement, and discovery among all our students and faculty. University, School, and departmental resources that support our efforts and student and faculty life include: the Offices of the Vice Provost for Faculty and Vice Provost for Research, PennGlobal, Wellness at Penn, the Center for Teaching and Learning, the Penn Center for Undergraduate Research and Fellowships, and Penn Human Resources. Additionally, this position may benefit from connections with the Penn Center for Science, Sustainability and the Media, The Water Center at Penn, the Environmental Innovation Initiative, the Vagelos Center for Energy Research and Technology, the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy, and the Center for Excellence in Environmental Toxicology.
The successful applicant will have demonstrated excellence and productivity in research and the potential to excel in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentorship. Candidates should upload materials to http://apply.interfolio.com/153721 and include: (i) a cover letter, (ii) a CV, (iii) a statement of research experience and current goals, two-page maximum, (iii) a teaching statement to describe teaching experience, planned courses, and plans for recruiting, retaining, and mentoring students and a research team, two-page maximum, (iv) a short, annotated description of up to five publications and (v) the names and contact information of three referees. Review of applicants will begin on November 20, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
We seek candidates who share our strong commitment to research, teaching and mentoring, and to a scholarly community shaped by values of inclusive excellence. The School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania is committed to cultivating and sustaining a community of students, scholars, researchers, and staff that reflects the diversity of our world. We nurture working and learning environments that are affirming, equitable, and inclusive. As a community, we are committed to thoughtful discussions and dynamic interactions as we strive for an environment where everyone is supported and valued. Please see our School's Inclusion and Antiracism Initiatives to learn more about our active priorities: https://www.sas.upenn.edu/office-diversity-equity-and-inclusion/news/2020-inclusion-and-anti-racism-initiatives
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Application Instructions
Candidates should upload materials to http://apply.interfolio.com/153721 and include: (i) a cover letter, (ii) a CV, (iii) a statement of research experience and current goals, two-page maximum, (iii) a teaching statement to describe teaching experience, planned courses, and plans for recruiting, retaining, and mentoring students and a research team, two-page maximum, (iv) a short, annotated description of up to five publications and (v) the names and contact information of three referees. Review of applicants will begin on November 20, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/153721
The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD).
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