Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences
Assistant Professor – Chemical Oceanography
The Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences (MEAS) at North Carolina State University (NC State) intends to hire a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of chemical oceanography.
Desirable expertise includes research via experimental and/or field studies in the areas of nutrients, trace elements, reactive oxygen species, carbonates, gases, or radioisotopes. We encourage applicants to apply who work on global problems in the pelagic ocean as well as benthic-water column interactions.
The successful candidate should complement existing strengths in marine biogeochemistry, biological and physical oceanography, and marine geology. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2021.
The successful candidate must demonstrate strong potential for outstanding accomplishments in research, research supervision, and teaching. Specific course offerings may include undergraduate and graduate chemical oceanography, marine chemistry, and/or other classes commensurate with the candidate’s interest and expertise. An interest in participating in the Department’s capstone undergraduate field investigation of coastal processes course is also desirable. MEAS places a high value on excellent instruction, the use of innovative teaching methods, and a commitment to student success.
Inclusiveness and diversity are critical to the success of the College of Sciences and the University. The selected candidate will be expected to foster an environment that is supportive and welcoming of all groups.
Minimum Experience/Education:
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in Chemical Oceanography, Marine Chemistry, or related sciences.
Required Skills:
- The successful candidate must demonstrate strong potential for outstanding accomplishments in research, research supervision, and teaching.
- Strong student orientation and commitment to student success, understanding of and experience working with diverse students.
- Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of the college and university policies and procedures that impact student success.
- Enthusiastic engagement in NC State’s undergraduate degree programs in Earth, Marine and Atmospheric sciences is expected. MEAS places a high value on excellent instruction and the use of innovative teaching methods
- Desirable expertise includes research via experimental and/or field studies in the areas of nutrients, trace elements, reactive oxygen species, carbonates, gases, or radioisotopes.
- Applicants who work on global problems in the pelagic ocean as well as benthic-water column interactions are preferred.
- The successful candidate should complement existing strengths in marine biogeochemistry, biological and physical oceanography, and marine geology.
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
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