Assistant Professor in Paleoceanography Marine Geosciences

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The Department of Marine Geosciences atthe Rosenstiel School of Marine Atmospheric and Earth Scienceinvites applications for atenure-track faculty positionat theAssistant Professorlevel in the broad field ofPaleoceanography. The anticipated start date isAugust 2026. We seek an innovative and dynamic scientist who will develop a vigorous externally funded research program that complements and expands existing departmental strengths. Candidates should be data- and problem-oriented and have expertise in reconstructing past oceanographic conditions using sediment cores microfossil assemblages geochemical proxies (including new proxy development) and / or geophysical approaches. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to both undergraduate and graduate teaching supervise student research and actively participate in departmental and university service. The University of Miami offers a unique tropical location and the opportunity to integrate oceanographic atmospheric and biological expertise into process-oriented geological research through collaboration with faculty in the departments of Atmospheric Sciences Ocean Sciences Environmental Science and Policy and Marine Biology and Ecology at the Rosenstiel School.

Qualifications :

• Ph.D. in Marine Geology Geophysics Oceanography Earth Science or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research and scholarship.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and mentoring.

Preferred Qualifications :

Applications shall include :

Review of applications will begin December 15th 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

Questions should be directed to either Dr. Sam Purkis Chair of the Department of Marine Geosciences ( ) or Dr. James Klaus Chair of the search committee ( ).

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Job Status : Full time

Employee Type : Faculty

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Classroom Experience,Medical Management,Library Services,Pharmacy Residency,Research Experience,Teaching,Higher Education Teaching,Curriculum Development,Grant Writing,Mentoring,Research Laboratory Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1