Physical Scientist Faculty Position

Posting Details Posting Summary Job Title Physical Scientist Faculty Position Division Divison of Academic Affairs Department School of Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences Work Status Full Time Position Category Faculty Faculty Rank Open Rank FLSA Non-Exempt Pay Range 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 Job Summary We are seeking to hire a new faculty member 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. Job Duties
• 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.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics Candidates should have a track record of research in physical processes governing atmospheric, coastal, oceanic or terrestrial systems related to climate change. The ideal candidate will have expertise in the patterns and trends related to key climate indicators such as temperature, precipitation, sea-level rise, extreme weather; a demonstrated ability to collect and apply empirical data in the development of physical and mathematical models understand and predict climate impacts on local, regional, national and global social/environmental climate systems; and experience using remote sensing technologies, and/or geographic information systems (GIS). Candidates who use large datasets to assess environmental change and variability, and integrate physical data with chemical, biological, and social science data to support comprehensive climate risk assessments, are strongly encouraged to apply. Required Minimum Qualifications

• The successful candidate must possess a Doctorate in a relevant discipline from an accredited university.
• 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 physical sciences research are essential. Other Preferences for Consideration Posting Detail Information Posting Number FA00410 Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 11/20/2025 Best Consideration Date 12/19/2025 Job Close Date Special Instructions to Applicant Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (
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• How did you hear about this career opportunity? (Open Ended Question)
• Are you a current, past or retired Morgan University employee? Are you a current, past or retired State employee? If YES to pass, retired or current STATE employee, please put the agency. If not applicable, put N/A. (Open Ended Question)
• Do you hold a Ph.D in a related field of study? Yes No
• Do you possess a Doctorate in a relevant discipline from an accredited university?

Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Transcripts (unofficial ) Curriculum Vitae Statement of Teaching Philosophy Research Philosophy Optional Documents Reference Letter