University of Oklahoma Norman Campus: Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences: School of Meteorology
Description:
The School of Meteorology (https://ou.edu/ags/meteorology) at the University of Oklahoma invites applications for a renewable term Assistant Professor position focused on teaching. The School is housed within the College of Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences. The Purpose of the College of Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences is to inspire and prepare individuals for rewarding careers that advance the understanding and responsible stewardship of the land, water, and sky, promoting a more resilient and flourishing future of our dynamic world. We deliver an exceptional interdisciplinary education that fosters discovery and drives innovation through experiential learning, technological advancement, convergence research, and workforce development. Our collaborative environment empowers students, faculty, and staff to tackle significant environmental and humanitarian challenges, facilitating resilience and economic growth.
The School of Meteorology seeks to recruit an experienced instructional leader in atmospheric sciences to support the operation, development, and advancement of our undergraduate programs. Specifically, the faculty member will be expected to mentor renewable term lecturers and instructors, lead the training of graduate teaching assistants, support the development of online courses, and teach up to 3 courses per semester. The faculty member will also be expected to participate significantly in service to the unit, College, University, and broader profession. Technical proficiency in Python-based computer programming, licensure for amateur radio, experience training teachers, and experience with community-engaged activities are also valued.
The School of Meteorology is currently composed of 35 faculty and has a long and distinguished history of excellence in various sub-fields of the atmospheric sciences. Our vision is to develop the School into a globally-engaged, student-centered atmospheric science program to advance the Nation's Weather, Water, and Climate Enterprise, by leveraging our strengths in research, education, and community engagement.
The University of Oklahoma is a Carnegie-R1, comprehensive, public research university known for excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement, serving the educational, cultural, economic and health-care needs of the state, region, and nation from three campuses: Norman, Harold Hamm Health Campus in Oklahoma City, and the Schusterman Center in Tulsa. The University of Oklahoma enrolls over 30,000 students and has more than 2700 full-time faculty members in 21 colleges.
Norman is a vibrant university town of around 130,000 inhabitants with a growing entertainment and art scene. With outstanding schools, amenities, and a low cost of living, Norman is a perennial contender on "best place to live" rankings. Visit https://www.ou.edu/facultyrecruitment and https://www.ou.edu/dam/provost/documents/facultyflipbook.pdf for more information. Within an easy commute, Oklahoma City features a dynamic economy and outstanding cultural venues adding to the region's growing appeal.
Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a PhD in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or a related discipline at the time of appointment. At least 5 years of instructional experience in higher education is also required.
Description:
The School of Meteorology (https://ou.edu/ags/meteorology) at the University of Oklahoma invites applications for a renewable term Assistant Professor position focused on teaching. The School is housed within the College of Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences. The Purpose of the College of Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences is to inspire and prepare individuals for rewarding careers that advance the understanding and responsible stewardship of the land, water, and sky, promoting a more resilient and flourishing future of our dynamic world. We deliver an exceptional interdisciplinary education that fosters discovery and drives innovation through experiential learning, technological advancement, convergence research, and workforce development. Our collaborative environment empowers students, faculty, and staff to tackle significant environmental and humanitarian challenges, facilitating resilience and economic growth.
The School of Meteorology seeks to recruit an experienced instructional leader in atmospheric sciences to support the operation, development, and advancement of our undergraduate programs. Specifically, the faculty member will be expected to mentor renewable term lecturers and instructors, lead the training of graduate teaching assistants, support the development of online courses, and teach up to 3 courses per semester. The faculty member will also be expected to participate significantly in service to the unit, College, University, and broader profession. Technical proficiency in Python-based computer programming, licensure for amateur radio, experience training teachers, and experience with community-engaged activities are also valued.
The School of Meteorology is currently composed of 35 faculty and has a long and distinguished history of excellence in various sub-fields of the atmospheric sciences. Our vision is to develop the School into a globally-engaged, student-centered atmospheric science program to advance the Nation's Weather, Water, and Climate Enterprise, by leveraging our strengths in research, education, and community engagement.
The University of Oklahoma is a Carnegie-R1, comprehensive, public research university known for excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement, serving the educational, cultural, economic and health-care needs of the state, region, and nation from three campuses: Norman, Harold Hamm Health Campus in Oklahoma City, and the Schusterman Center in Tulsa. The University of Oklahoma enrolls over 30,000 students and has more than 2700 full-time faculty members in 21 colleges.
Norman is a vibrant university town of around 130,000 inhabitants with a growing entertainment and art scene. With outstanding schools, amenities, and a low cost of living, Norman is a perennial contender on "best place to live" rankings. Visit https://www.ou.edu/facultyrecruitment and https://www.ou.edu/dam/provost/documents/facultyflipbook.pdf for more information. Within an easy commute, Oklahoma City features a dynamic economy and outstanding cultural venues adding to the region's growing appeal.
Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a PhD in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or a related discipline at the time of appointment. At least 5 years of instructional experience in higher education is also required.
