Research Associate Professor-Atmospheric Sciences
Position Overview
Organization: Atmospheric Sciences
Title: Research Associate Professor-Atmospheric Sciences
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Washington invites applications for a full-time position as Research Associate Professor. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in research that focuses on cloud modeling and cloud-climate feedbacks, and nominally includes the use of water isotopologues in the study of the global atmospheric circulation.
The position will require taking a leadership role in advising and mentoring graduate students in our program. Teaching opportunities may arise in the form of lectures, seminars, mentoring, and lab instruction. The candidate chosen for this position will be expected to secure external grant funding. The appointment is not tenure eligible and has an annual service period of twelve months. The starting date of employment is anticipated to be May 1, 2022.
The Department of Atmospheric Sciences strives for an equitable, inclusive and welcoming departmental culture that values and honors diverse experiences and perspectives, that fosters the constructive expression of ideas, and that promotes intellectual curiosity, creativity, and respect. The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with faculty to advance these goals and to train and mentor graduate students from a wide range of disciplines, cultures, economic means, and academic backgrounds.
The Department of Atmospheric Sciences resides in the College of the Environment, which fosters collaborations between the faculty, staff, and students engaged in the study of environmental sciences, engineering, and the human dimensions of environmental challenges. This position will offer opportunities for interaction with researchers in a wide range of disciplines, including glaciology, hydrology, oceanography, and chemistry.
The UW is located in the greater Seattle metropolitan area, with a dynamic, multicultural community of nearly 4 million people and a range of ecosystems from mountains to ocean. The UW serves a diverse population of 80,000 students, faculty and staff (including 25% first-generation college students, over 25% Pell Grant students, and faculty from over 70 countries).
The University of Washington offers a wide range of professional development and networking opportunities for instructors and a comprehensive benefits package, including access to campus childcare and health/vision/dental plans for spouse, qualified domestic partner, and/or dependents. Details can be found at http://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in Atmospheric Sciences or related field and a strong research record are required, with a track-record of publishing in top journals and giving presentations at conferences and workshops. At least five years of experience at the assistant professor or equivalent level is required.
Instructions
Applicants receive a free Dossier account upon submitting the following documentation:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- The names of three or more professional references with their contact information
- A statement of experience and interest in research.
- A personal statement on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and outreach experience, particularly in under-served communities (four page limit)
Please direct all correspondence to chair@atmos.uw.edu. Applications will be reviewed starting February 14th, 2022, and no later than February 28th, 2022. Application documents received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee.
The selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check and Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Forms.
Applicants who may need disability accommodations in the application process are encouraged to contact the UW’s Disability Services Office at (206) 543-6450 or (206) 543-6450 (TTY) or dso@uw.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Commitment to Diversity
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information
Under Washington State Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.1, University of Washington (UW) workers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.