"Open Rank, Tenure-Track Faculty"

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Atmospheric Hazards

Department of Geosciences, Texas Tech University

The Department of Geosciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for two open rank tenure-track faculty positions to begin Fall 2026. The positions are part of a University-wide Atmospheric Hazards Initiative in partnership with the National Wind Institute.  For both positions, we seek applicants who will advance physical/mathematical understanding of the atmosphere to address atmospheric hazards that are becoming more frequent and more intense, while growing resilient communities. The two positions are described in more detail below, with full details on each position available at the links provided. 

(42621BR) Precipitation Extremes & Severe Storms: We seek applicants whose research intersects precipitation extremes with severe storm and hurricane hazards to advance understanding and predictability of atmospheric impacts in a dynamic climate system. Areas of interest include remote sensing and/or modeling of precipitation in extreme weather, cloud and precipitation microphysics, and next-generation microphysics parameterizations. The successful candidate will contribute to multidisciplinary efforts aimed at mitigating atmospheric hazards, improving operational forecasts, informing engineering design, and advancing communication of societal impacts. Experience with or linkages to NASA, DOE, or NOAA programs in precipitation science and cloud microphysics is highly desirable.

Full details: https://tinyurl.com/mpevhf2m Apply: http://bit.ly/46YTH8I

(42556BR) Data Science (AI/ML & Numerical Weather Prediction): We seek applicants who apply artificial intelligence and machine learning to advance numerical weather prediction and improve understanding of atmospheric processes—integrating data-driven and physics-based approaches. Ideal candidates will be skilled in working with diverse observational and model datasets, familiar with modern data infrastructure and open-source scientific software, and enthusiastic about mentoring students. Collaboration across disciplines to develop engineering and socially actionable strategies that reduce the impacts of atmospheric hazards is essential. 

Full details: https://tinyurl.com/ycxzd6d4 Apply: https://rb.gy/mx79qr 

How to Apply: A Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science or a related field at the time of appointment is required. For full consideration of your application, completed applications should be submitted by February 1, 2026. 

A complete application package will include (a) cover letter, (b) curriculum vitae, and (c) three equally important statements that describe: 1) research experience and future goals, including a 5-year plan for establishing and maintaining a recognized and well-funded research program; 2) a plan for excellence in teaching and student mentorship in research, 3) a statement of interdisciplinary vision related to Texas Tech’s Atmospheric Hazards strategic initiative, and 4) name and contact information for up to 4 colleagues to provide a letter of recommendation.

These documents can be uploaded at http://www.texastech.edu/careers/ using the BR requisition numbers or the direct link provided alongside each position title above. Questions should be emailed to the Search Committee Chair: For Data Science, Dr. Brian Ancell, (brian.ancell@ttu.edu); For Precipitation Science, Dr. Eric, (eric.bruning@ttu.edu); or Dr. Callum Hetherington (Chair, Department of Geosciences, callum.hetherington@ttu.edu).