[ES_JOBS_NET] Assistant/Associate Professor, Dept. of Atmospheric Science, Colorado State University

Tue Sep 4 08:26:08 MDT 2018

https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/60083

Working Title

Assistant/Associate Professor

Posting Number

201800237F

Proposed Annual Salary Range

$100,000 to $130,000 depending on experience and appointment level

Position Type

Faculty

Work Hours/Week

40

Description of Work Unit

The Department of Atmospheric Science is committed to providing quality
graduate education for tomorrow's leaders, to conducting cutting edge
research in the atmospheric sciences and related fields, and to providing
service to Colorado, the nation, and the world. This includes collaborating
closely with other Colorado State University groups sharing our
environmental research mission with the national and international groups
addressing weather, climate, and air quality issues.

Tenure/Tenure Track?

Yes

% Research

45

% Teaching

45

% Service

10

% Administration

0

Open Posting Date

08/15/2018

Open Until Filled

Yes

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT)
on

10/15/2018

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

08/16/2019

Position End Date

Position Summary

The Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University invites
applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the dynamics and physics
of the climate system. We solicit candidates with expertise in geophysical
fluid dynamics, coupling between clouds and radiation, climate dynamics,
and/or planetary atmospheres across a range of spatial and temporal scales.
Candidates will be considered at the assistant or associate professor level.
The new faculty member will be expected to build and maintain a strong,
internationally recognized research program supported through external
funding, complement and expand upon current research and teaching
activities, and provide service to the University and broader community.
She/he will contribute to teaching and intellectual leadership in our
atmospheric science curriculum at the M.S. and Ph.D. levels by teaching
courses in the Department's core graduate curriculum, advising graduate
students, and developing advanced courses in his or her areas of expertise.
Further information about the Department can be found at
http://www.atmos.colostate.edu.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

A Ph.D. in atmospheric science or a related field is required by the
position start date.

Research areas of dynamics and physics of the climate system.

Preferred Job Qualifications

Candidates should have an outstanding research record in the areas of
dynamics and physics of the climate system and should demonstrate potential
for continued extraordinary scholarship. Candidates should exhibit ability
and enthusiasm to teach courses in their respective areas of interest in the
department's graduate curriculum. Reflecting departmental and institutional
values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the
Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Candidates should have
expertise in the dynamics and physics of the climate system.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, applications should be received by October 15, 2018,
11:59 pm (MT). Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae,
one to two page statements on research interests and teaching interests
(combine into one document and upload to the Special Required Documentation
slot), a personal statement on your contribution and commitment to diversity
and equal access, addressing the items listed in the diversity statement
below (upload into the Other slot), and the names and contact information
(including email address) of 4 professional references. Upon progression of
applicants to the Semifinalist stage, candidates will be notified and
referees will be emailed a request for a letter of reference. Application
materials for semifinalists, including letters of reference, will be made
available to the entire Department of Atmospheric Science faculty.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University (CSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and
living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To
support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations,
CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted
varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony
and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history,
financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be
conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of
the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is
free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color,
religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran
status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner
discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired
about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee
or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal
access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse
workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws,
regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and
affirmative action. The  <http://oeo.colostate.edu/> Office of Equal
Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Executive Director of the Office of Support
and Safety Assessment, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523
-2026, (970) 491-7407.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Associate Vice President for
Human Capital, Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building,
Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.

Diversity Statement

The Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University has a
strong interest in ensuring that all candidates hired for faculty
appointments share our commitment to excellence, access, and Principles of
Community.

The purpose of the "personal statement on your contribution and commitment
to diversity and equal access" is to identify candidates who have the
professional skills, experience, and/or willingness to engage in activities
that will advance our campus diversity and equity goals.

These contributions can take a variety of forms including interest in or
efforts to advance equitable access to education and research, or public
service that addresses the needs of a diverse population.

Search Contact

David. Thompson, david.thompson at colostate.edu

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category

Teaching

Duty/Responsibility

This faculty member will contribute to teaching and intellectual leadership
in our atmospheric science curriculum at the M.S. and Ph.D. levels by
teaching courses in the Department's core graduate curriculum, specifically
ATS 601 and 606, advising graduate students, and developing advanced courses
in his or her areas of expertise.

Percentage Of Time

45

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category

Research

Duty/Responsibility

The faculty member will be expected to build and maintain a strong
internationally recognized research program in the dynamics and physics of
the climate system supported through external funding and to complement and
expand upon the current research activities in the department, in the Walter
Scott College of Engineering, and at CSU.

Percentage Of Time

45

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category

Service

Duty/Responsibility

Service duties may include Colloquium Coordinator, membership on the
Department Graduate Committee, and departmental curriculum development.
Also, at the College and University level, activities would include
membership on various committees. Professional service could include
membership on Professional Society Committees (e.g. AMS, AGU), official
duties such as organizer and session chair for various professional
conferences, and peer review of research proposals and journal articles.
Service to society may include educational outreach efforts and
contributions to department efforts to improve diversity in the atmospheric
sciences.

Percentage Of Time

10

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