Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor - (2600003J)
Description
Department/Unit: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Closing date: Until the post is filled
The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences of the Faculty of Science (https://www.ees.cuhk.edu.hk/) invites outstanding applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor position depending on qualifications and experiences. We welcome qualified applications from both international and local applicants in all areas relevant to the Earth and Environmental Sciences, with particular interests in the atmospheric and climate sciences, biogeosciences, geophysics, and aquatic and oceanic sciences, which are the core areas of strength of our department, as well as interdisciplinary fields that bridge these areas together. Candidates with strong expertise in data analytics, machine learning, computing and modeling, and advanced quantitative methods are highly desired.
We are committed to building a diverse academic community. Minority and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants should have (i) a Ph.D. degree, and preferably postdoctoral experience, in the Earth and Environmental Sciences, or related fields; and (ii) an excellent track record or strong potential for teaching and research excellence.
The appointees will be expected to (a) develop a vigorous, externally funded research programme; and (b) contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, including but not limited to data analytics, computing and modelling, quantitative methods, and interdisciplinary subject areas.
Appointments will initially be made on contract basis up to three years commencing August 2026, which, subject to mutual agreement, may lead to longer-term appointment or substantiation later.
Applicants should submit an online application and attach:
- cover letter
- a full curriculum vitae including a detailed publication list
- a research plan
- a teaching statement
- contact information for three professional referees
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, religion, or national origin. For further information, please contact the chair of the search committee Prof. Alex Chow through earth@cuhk.edu.hk.
The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.
Job: Professoriate, Teaching and Research Academic Posts
Organization: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Unposting Date: Ongoing
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