"Assistant Professor"

The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences (DEES) seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in solid Earth geophysics. Expertise in marine geophysics and/or geophysics for geohazards is preferred, including, but not limited to: earthquakes and tsunamis, active plate boundaries, volcanoes, landslides, and the study of Earth structure. The successful applicant will interact with researchers across DEES, the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory (LDEO), and the Columbia Climate School, complementing ongoing research in marine and global geophysics and in geohazards; and is expected to develop a high-impact research program based at LDEO, and to demonstrate strong potential for effective teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Applicants should have a PhD in earth and environmental sciences or related field. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity and equity in education through their scholarship, teaching, and/or service. We are deeply committed to increasing diversity and especially encourage applications from under-represented groups. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A complete application should include: 1) a cover letter 2) curriculum vitae 3) a statement of 2-3 pages describing current and proposed research 4) a statement of teaching interests (one page) 5) a statement describing contributions and plans relevant to the DEES/LDEO commitment to diversity and inclusion (one page) 6) three letters of recommendation. Questions regarding this position may be directed via email to Meredith Nettles (nettles@ldeo.columbia.edu).

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Minimum Degree Requirement: PhD

All candidates must demonstrate excellent scholarship and significant promise for continued growth. Candidates will be expected to sustain an active research and publication program and teach in the undergraduate and graduate programs in ways that complement the DEES curriculum.

All applications must be made through Columbia University’s Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system. Applications should include a cover letter; curriculum vitae; a statement of 2-3 pages describing current and proposed research; a statement of teaching interests (one page); a statement describing contributions and plans relevant to the DEES/LDEO commitment to diversity and inclusion (one page); and three letters of recommendation.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran