[Proflist] Assistant, Associate or Professor -- South Dakota School of Mines -- Atmospheric Sciences

[Capehart, William J]

The Institute of Atmospheric Sciences at the South Dakota School of Mines
and Technology is seeking a qualified candidate for a 12-month faculty
position in atmospheric sciences to complement and expand current areas of
research in cloud physics, radar meteorology, land surface processes,
numerical modeling, fire weather and biogeochemistry. We are especially
interested in candidates with expertise in mesoscale, synoptic or boundary
layer meteorology. Additionally, a background in wind and solar energy
and/or expertise in atmospheric water resources would be beneficial.
Applicants should possess a PhD in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, or a
related physical or natural sciences field, or obtain it by the start
date. We seek an individual who will acquire external research funding,
and actively recruit and interact with graduate and undergraduate students
in the Atmospheric Science academic programs. The successful applicant
will also join other Institute scientists as a non-tenure track faculty
member in the Department of Atmospheric Sciences, and teach from two to
three courses per academic year. This position is fully supported for
first year, with support in subsequent years up to 40%. The Department
offers a curriculum that satisfies federal requirements for federal civil
service employment as a meteorologist. This curriculum supports three
degree programs including the Atmospheric Science track in the BS in
Interdisciplinary Sciences program, an MS in Atmospheric Sciences, and a
PhD in Atmospheric and Environmental Science. Questions regarding this
position can be directed to Dr. PV Sundareshwar, Search Committee Chair
(605) 394-2291. 

The School of Mines is a public state university offering baccalaureate,
masters, and doctoral degrees in science and engineering with a student
population of approximately 2,400 traditional and non-traditional learners
representing 40 states and 27 countries. The university is located at the
foot of the beautiful Black Hills in Rapid City, South Dakota's second
largest city. Twenty-five miles from Mount Rushmore, Rapid City has a
relatively mild climate and the Black Hills offer numerous opportunities
for summer and winter outdoor experiences. For more information regarding
Rapid City and the university, visit http://visitrapidcity.com/ and
www.sdsmt.edu. 

The School of Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse
workforce. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at
http://sdmines.sdsmt.edu/sdsmt/employment. Human Resources can provide
accommodation to the on-line application process and can be reached at
(605) 394-1203. It is anticipated the position will become available in
January 2011. However the start date is negotiable but it is anticipated
that it will be no later than August 1, 2011. Review of applications will
begin November 30, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled.




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Bill Capehart <William.Capehart at sdsmt.edu>   Associate Professor
Institute of Atmospheric Sciences               Department Chair
213 Mineral Industries Building
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Ph:  +1-605-394-1994
501 East Saint Joseph Street                Fax: +1-605-394-6061
Rapid City, SD 57701-3995                Mobile: +1-605-484-5692

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