Coastal Science Professor; Center Urban and Coastal Climate Science Research

Morgan State University is a public research university and historically black college (HBCU) in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Morgan is Maryland's designated public urban university and the largest HBCU in Maryland. Open Rank:
Coastal Science Professor (Center for Urban and Coastal Climate Science Research) Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Interested applicants should submit the following:

• A cover letter outlining interest and qualifications
• A comprehensive curriculum vitae
• A statement of research accomplishments and future research plans (use upload labeled 'supporting document')
• A statement of teaching philosophy and experience
• Contact information for at least three professional references

Founded in 1867, Morgan State University is Maryland’s premier public urban research institution, recognized for its dedication to excellence in teaching, research, public service, and community engagement. The School of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences (SCMNS), in partnership with the Morgan State Patuxent Environmental and Aquatic Research Laboratory (PEARL), invites applications for a 9.5-month tenure‑track position in Climate and Coastal Science to support the newly established Center for Urban and Coastal Climate Science Research.

The Center is dedicated to addressing critical and complex challenges related to climate change, with a focus on its impact on natural ecosystems, the built environment, the economy, and the health and well‑being of Maryland’s residents. We are seeking to hire a new faculty at the assistant, associate, or full professor level whose research interests align with the mission of the Center for Urban and Coastal Climate Science Research.

Salaries are competitive and include the State of Maryland benefits package.

The full‑time appointment will begin in August 2025. We are seeking candidates with a strong track record of research productivity in climate and coastal science. We encourage applicants with expertise in a variety of fields that involve integrating climate and coastal science research. These fields include but are not limited to climate change impacts on coastal and marine environments, coupled socio‑environmental systems, human‑induced alterations to coastal environments, oceanography, coastal habitat restoration, marine biodiversity conservation, sustainable fisheries/aquaculture, and/or marine spatial planning.

Candidates with interdisciplinary research that integrates natural and social science perspectives on coastal resilience and marine resource management are especially encouraged to apply.

• Establish independent, externally funded research programs
• Mentor and supervise postdoctoral researchers, graduate/undergraduate students, and research technicians
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
• Publish research findings in highly regarded peer‑reviewed journals

The successful candidate must possess a Doctorate in a relevant discipline from an accredited university. The candidate must have demonstrated potential to develop a dynamic, nationally‑recognized, and externally‑funded research program that involves publishing in highly regarded peer‑reviewed scientific journals. Experience and commitment to advancing climate and coastal science research are essential.

The successful candidate must possess a Doctorate in a relevant discipline from an accredited university.

Job Title:

Open Rank:
Coastal Science Professor (Center for Urban and Coastal Climate Science Research)

Division:
Division of Academic Affairs

Department:
School of Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences

Work Status:
Full Time

Position Category:
Faculty

Faculty Rank:
Open Rank

FLSA:
Exempt

Pay Range:
Exempt

Salary Range:
Assistant Professor $75,000 - $120,000;
Associate Professor $80,000 - $130,000;
Professor $95,000 - $170,000 (based on discipline)

Fund Source:
State Support

Posting Number: FA00369

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Open Date: 11/14/2024

Best Consideration Date: 03/01/2025

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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• * Are you a current, past, or retired Morgan State University employee? Are you a current, past, or retired State employee? If YES to current, past, or retired STATE employee, please state the agency. If not applicable, put N/A
• * Have you earned a Doctorate in a relevant field from an accredited university?
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  • No