Visiting Assistant Professor / Postdoctoral Ass...

University at Albany • Albany, NY

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About The Position

The Department of Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences (DAES) in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University at Albany, is seeking applicants for a Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion and Growth plus (PRODiG+) Fellowship to support its diverse population of atmospheric and environmental science professionals. PRODiG+ is an initiative of SUNY System aiming to (1) increase the number and share of excellent diverse faculty committed to advancing the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion; and (2) strengthen the pipeline for retention and support of those faculty. This is a 12-month position that is expected to be two years in duration. Through the PRODiG+ program, SUNY expects to generate a pipeline of over 400 postdoctoral fellows to enter tenure-track faculty positions over the next 10 years. The Visiting Assistant Professor/Postdoctoral Associate's area of specialization should fall into the strengths of the department as they relate to atmospheric, climate and environmental sciences and focus on terrestrial water systems (land surface hydrology) or snow and ice (cryospheric processes).

Requirements

• Be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship.
• PhD in a relevant field (Hydrology, Glaciology, Environmental, Climate or Atmospheric Sciences, or related field) from an accredited institution completed prior to start date.
• Established record in conference or journal publications.
• Experience with diverse student populations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate personal, academic, and/or work experience engaging with diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

• Current SUNY students, alumni, and/or Fellows.
• Applicants from a low-income background (e.g., Pell-eligible as undergraduates).
• Were first-generation college students.
• Have overcome adversity.
• Are AmeriCorps alumni or veterans.

Responsibilities

• Perform research on terrestrial water systems (hydrology or cryospheric research) under the supervision of a current DAES faculty member.
• Develop an independent research program.
• Work as part of a collaborative research team.
• Publish high-impact papers in peer-reviewed journals in their area of expertise.
• Present research work at national/international conferences.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate programs in environmental, climate and atmospheric sciences.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree