The Department of Physics at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in the area of climate physics. We are seeking an outstanding candidate for a tenure-track faculty position that is part of a faculty cluster hire for three positions within the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences (ATOC), the Department Applied Mathematics (APPM) and Physics (PHYS). The scope of the search covers all aspects of climate physics, including but not limited to observational, experimental, theoretical, and computational methods of studying the Earth’s climate system, including the atmosphere, oceans, cryosphere, solid earth, and their interactions.
The successful candidate will be expected to create an independent, innovative, competitive, and externally funded research program. We are seeking a candidate who will develop a vibrant research program that complements and expands existing strengths on the Boulder Campus and in the Boulder research community, and who is committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring. It is further expected that the new Physics faculty member will play an integral role in building interdisciplinary climate physics and mathematics collaborations with APPM and ATOC and contribute to the new Interdisciplinary Climate minor program.
The University of Colorado and the Boulder research community have a long history of pioneering research in climate science. The vibrant research community in climate science in Boulder includes, in addition to the university, the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The Department of Physics represents exceptionally broad research expertise. Within the Department of Physics, the successful candidate will become part of the department’s Geophysics group, which is one of the few such groups in major physics departments in the US.
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence as demonstrated by high-quality publications, indicative of a developing research program that is recognized at an international level. Further evidence is provided by presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, the submitted research statement, and strong letters of endorsement from referees of high international standing.
Evidence of teaching excellence will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, strong letters of reference and the teaching statement submitted as part of the application. This evidence can include performance as a teaching assistant, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, tutoring, or demonstrably excellent conference presentations or posters. The successful candidate is expected to be comfortable with teaching core undergraduate physics, as well as more specialized topics relevant to climate physics.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
What We Can Offer
The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $115,000 is expected.
This salary is for a 9-month academic period.
Summer month activities are at the applicant’s discretion and externally funded projects can be used as a means to cover their summer salary.
A startup fund will be available, including funds for moving expenses.
The University of Colorado offers generous benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefits for the employee or their dependents.
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
What We Require
Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D. degree in Physics, Geophysics, Atmospheric Science, Oceanography, Applied Mathematics, or a related field at the time of application.
Candidate must have demonstrated research excellence.
As one of 35 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish unique connections that have lasting outcomes—both across Colorado and around the world.
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