Tenure Track Faculty Position in Physical Oceanography
The Department of Ocean, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Old Dominion
University (http://sci.odu.edu/oceanography/) invites applications for a
tenure track position as Assistant or Associate Professor in Physical
Oceanography. We seek a broad-minded scholar with an interest in the
physical processes in the ocean on times scales of inter-annual to
centuries and their role in the Earth System. Preference will be given to
scientists who employ quantitative analytical methods and/or models and
focus their research on societally relevant issues, such as global and
climate change, the role of the ocean in the global water cycle, and
development of predictive capabilities on decadal time scales. The
successful candidate should have excellent communication skills and a
demonstrated strong potential to establish a vigorous, well-funded
research program. She/he is also expected to teach graduate and
undergraduate classes, mentor graduate students, and work within a
multi-disciplinary department.
Qualifications for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor include
a PhD in oceanography or related science with postdoctoral experience and
a demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals. Appointment
at the rank of Associate Professor will be considered for candidates
demonstrating of an exceptional track record of scholarly independence, an
active research program and commensurate teaching experience.
Many opportunities exist for disciplinary and interdisciplinary
interactions with more than 25 other faculty in OEAS, its Centers for
Coastal Physical Oceanography (http://www.ccpo.odu.edu) and Quantitative
Fisheries Ecology and other departments within the university. Information
about the department and its facilities can be found at:
http://sci.odu.edu/oceanography/. Research funding by OEAS faculty totaled
over $6.2 M in FY11. An endowment of approximately $16 million provides
additional support for departmental programs.
Applications, including a cover letter, CV, teaching (1 page) and research
statements (1 page), and contact information for three references must be
submitted electronically to: oeassearch@odu.edu. Review of applications
will begin 1 December 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.
The College of Sciences welcomes the opportunity to work with candidates
to identify suitable employment opportunities for spouses. Old Dominion
University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and
requires compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control act of 1986.
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