"Assistant Professor"

Position Function:

The Department of Geosciences at Mississippi State University invites applications for two full-time, nine-month, tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor in Meteorology, starting August 2026.

We are seeking dynamic, research-active scholars whose expertise aligns with one or more of the following high-priority areas:

• Physical Meteorology
• Satellite Meteorology
• Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP)
• Atmospheric Data Analysis
• Operational Weather Analysis and Forecasting (strongly preferred)

Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and research. The ideal applicant will have experience or clear potential to contribute to both undergraduate and graduate instruction, particularly in support of our thriving Professional Meteorology and Broadcast Meteorology programs.

Salary Grade:

UC

For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Department Profile:

Mississippi State University is a comprehensive land-grant institution with a Carnegie R1 "Very High Research Activity" designation. The Department of Geosciences is home to one of the largest undergraduate meteorology programs in the nation and supports robust research in weather forecasting, atmospheric science, GIS, and environmental geosciences.

Anticipated Appointment Date:

August 16, 2026

Tenture Track Status:

Tenure-Track

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Strong preference will be given to those with demonstrated research and teaching strengths and activities in the areas of Satellite Meteorology, Operational Forecasting, Physical Meteorology, and Dynamic Modeling and Data-Centric approaches to primarily midlatitude weather systems. While applicants with backgrounds in Climatology or Tropical Meteorology will be considered, they are a lower priority for this search.

The ideal candidate(s) will be expected to teach two courses per semester in their academic background area and develop a robust research program that includes supporting the Department of Geosciences’ M.S. and Ph.D. programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or a closely related field (ABD considered if degree will be completed by time of appointment).
• Evidence of scholarly productivity and potential to secure external funding.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Willingness to support both the on-campus and online teaching missions of the Department.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with operational forecasting, numerical modeling, or large-scale atmospheric datasets, especially satellite data.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• Familiarity with the needs and goals of a land-grant institution.
• Ability to teach courses in Operational Meteorology, especially Weather Forecasting, both face to face and online.

Instructions for Applying:

Applicants should submit the following materials via the MSU employment portal:

1. Cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Statement of teaching philosophy
4. Statement of research interests
5. Names and contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2025, and continue until the positions are filled.

For questions about the position or the application process, please contact Andrew Mercer (Search Committee Chair) at aem35@msstate.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.

What do I do if I need an accommodation?

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu.