Instructor (I2) Atmospheric Sciences (#0086092T)
About The Position
The Instructor (I2) in Atmospheric Sciences will develop teaching and educational programs in atmospheric physics and dynamics, including classroom instruction and contributions to undergraduate programs. This is a temporary, non-tenure-track, full-time, 9-month appointment in the Department of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. The appointment is expected to begin in January 2027, or as mutually agreed, and is subject to position clearance and funding availability. Extension depends on funding, program needs, and satisfactory performance; conversion to a permanent position is possible. The instructor will teach core undergraduate courses in atmospheric thermodynamics and dynamics, develop undergraduate courses in climate science and its societal applications, and contribute to the Climate Science and Society Certificate and a future Applied Climate Science degree pathway. The position also includes undergraduate advising, curriculum development, and departmental service. Applications will be reviewed beginning November 20, 2026, and accepted until the position is filled.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from a recognized college or university in atmospheric sciences, oceanography, chemistry, or another related field, with major work in the field of the instructional assignment or duties performed.
- Evidence of continued professional growth, skill, and knowledge, such as additional coursework, certificates, or other educational activities advancing disciplinary knowledge and/or work with students.
- Evidence of increasing proficiency in teaching effectively and/or providing clinical supervision.
- Evidence of increasing proficiency in academic advising.
- Professionalism in meeting and conferring with others.
- Demonstrated scholarly achievement.
Nice To Haves
- Ph.D. in atmospheric sciences, oceanography, chemistry, or another related field.
- Expertise in one or more of the following: atmospheric dynamics, atmospheric thermodynamics, weather analysis and forecasting, climate science, climate impacts and adaptation, Earth system science, or climate applications.
- Experience teaching undergraduate atmospheric or climate science courses, including mathematically rigorous core courses.
- Demonstrated ability to teach atmospheric thermodynamics, atmospheric dynamics, and related quantitative undergraduate courses.
- Experience developing innovative undergraduate curricula, particularly interdisciplinary courses connecting climate science with societal applications.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate climate science effectively to students from diverse academic backgrounds and interests.
- Experience mentoring undergraduate students and contributing to student success.
- Interest in supporting development of new undergraduate programs, including the Climate Science and Society Certificate and future Applied Climate Science degree pathway.
Responsibilities
- Develop teaching and educational programs in atmospheric physics and dynamics, including classroom instruction and contributions to undergraduate programs.
- Teach core undergraduate courses in atmospheric thermodynamics and dynamics.
- Develop new undergraduate courses in climate science and its societal applications.
- Contribute to the Climate Science and Society Certificate and future Applied Climate Science degree pathway.
- Participate in undergraduate advising, curriculum development, and departmental service.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
