[ES_JOBS_NET] Assistant Professor, Synoptic Meteorology, University of Colorado Boulder

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

Assistant Professor, Synoptic Meteorology

University of Colorado Boulder

https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Professor-Synoptic-Meteor
ology/12368?

 

Job Summary

The Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences (ATOC) at the University
of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position
in the field of synoptic meteorology at the assistant professor level. We
are seeking a person with a proven research record on mid-latitude weather
systems and forecasting. Preference will be given to candidates whose
research will complement current focus areas of our department, including
wind energy, cloud and precipitation processes, as well as weather-climate
linkages. Candidates should already have developed, or should have the
ability to develop in the future, ties to operational weather forecasting
activities. The successful candidate will be expected to attract external
funding, build a vigorous research group, and regularly teach synoptic
meteorology courses and general atmospheric science classes at both the
undergraduate and graduate level. The candidate must have a Ph.D. in
atmospheric science or a related field at the time of appointment, with an
outstanding research record and a commitment to excellence in undergraduate
and graduate teaching.

Who We Are

The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder is
the intellectual core of the university, conducting research, scholarship,
creative work and education in more than 60 fields. Our research generates
new knowledge, solving some of the world's most critical problems. The
college leads nationally in undergraduate and graduate education, bringing
world-class research and scholarship to our students, both in and out of the
classroom. The college is the academic home to all five of the university's
Nobel laureates. Additionally, it is home to the university's four National
Medal of Science winners, eight MacArthur "Genius Award" winners, 100
Fulbright Scholars, 17 Guggenheim Fellows, 14 Packard Fellows, 24 members of
the National Academy of Sciences, and 23 members of the American Academy of
Arts and Sciences. CU Boulder is the only university in the Rocky Mountain
region in the American Association of Universities, a group of the nation's
leading research institutions.

 

ATOC is a world leader in investigations of climate science and weather
phenomena, from the depths of the ocean to the outer reaches of the
atmosphere. Our highly recognized research and education programs include
theory, modeling, and measurements from the ground, balloons, aircraft, and
satellites. ATOC faculty and graduate students address fundamental questions
of societal relevance in the areas of climate processes and weather, aerosol
and cloud physics, atmospheric chemistry and transport, radiative transfer,
fluid dynamics, and oceanography. ATOC undergraduates delve into a breadth
of applied science topics, acquiring the quantitative skills necessary for
today's high-tech careers.

What You Should Know

Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals
with disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at hr-ada at colorado.edu.

Benefits

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.

Be Statements

Be Adventurous. Be Impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Minimum Qualifications:

*	A PhD in atmospheric science or a related field, with a record of
research that meets the standards expected for appointment as an assistant
professor at an R1 doctoral university.

What We Would Like You To Have

Preferred Qualifications:

*	A proven research record on mid-latitude weather systems and
forecasting. Have already developed, or should have the ability to develop
in the future, ties to operational weather forecasting activities. Ability
to regularly teach synoptic meteorology courses and general atmospheric
science classes at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

 

1. Resume/CV

2. Cover Letter

3. List of 3 or more references

4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy

5. Statement of Research Philosophy

6. 2 Professional Publications

7. You will need to submit at least 3 references for this position. These
individuals will be contacted and asked to submit a letter of recommendation
as part of your application materials. This information will be kept
confidential and viewable only by the search committee.

 

Review of applications will begin on November 26, 2018; applications will be
accepted until the position is filled.

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