Paleoclimate​/Paleoceanography​/Sediment Geochemistry - Assistant Professor

Paleo climate/Paleoceanography/Sediment Geochemistry - Assistant Professor

Position title: Assistant Professor – Academic Year

Salary range: $119,300–$139,100. Minimum pay determined by rank and step: $80,800–$104,700. Off‑scale salaries may be offered to meet competitive conditions.

Open date: March 16, 2026
Final date: March 15, 2027

The Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego invites applications for a full‑time, 9‑month tenure‑track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor. The search seeks candidates who integrate marine observations and geology or geochemistry methodologies to address research questions in paleoceanography, paleo climate, or geological oceanography. A particular interest is in candidates with expertise in the geochemical analysis of marine, terrestrial, or ice core archives to enhance existing programs in oceanography and climate sciences.

Applicants should discuss how their work informs physical and/or biogeochemical processes relevant for the modern and future ocean–climate system and how their research will build on world‑class laboratory facilities, marine and sea‑going strengths, and modeling expertise at Scripps, while advancing an equity‑minded and collaborative research environment.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain a vigorous externally funded research program and provide intellectual leadership in their field. They will be required to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Geochemistry, Marine Chemistry, and/or Geoscience at UC San Diego and establish inclusive teaching practices. Candidates with expertise to teach in the Geosciences Major, Oceanic and Atmospheric Science major, and/or graduate courses in sediment geochemistry, marine geology, paleoceanography, and paleo climate are especially sought.

Supervision and mentoring of graduate students and service to the department, university, and broader discipline are also required.

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent in oceanography, marine geology, geochemistry, climate science, or a related field at the time of application.

Preferred qualifications

Preferred candidates will have a competitive record of publication and service, and evidence of ability or strong potential to secure extramural funding and conduct an active research program while contributing to impactful undergraduate and graduate teaching.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – most recently updated CV
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Teaching

Reference requirements

• 3 letters of reference required

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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.