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Department/Program Overview:
The Department of Physics in collaboration with
the NOAA Interdisciplinary Scientific
Environmental Technology Cooperative Science
Center (ISETCSC), and the Interdisciplinary PhD
program in Energy and Environmental Systems (EES)
have established a BS degree program in
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology and a
Concentration in Atmospheric Sciences within the
EES PhD Program. The focus of the ISETCSC
Cooperative Science Center (ISETCSC) is to
increase the number of educated, trained, and
graduated students from underrepresented
communities in NOAA science and technology.
ISETCSC conducts research on sensor science and
sensor technology for oceanic and atmospheric
applications; performs analysis of global
observing systems that include numerical and
physical research and analysis of hurricanes;
and, develops information technology tools for
data fusion, data mining and geospatial modeling
and analysis. The successful candidate will
interact with the above entities to develop a
competitive research program
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to
carry out the responsibilities of a full-time
faculty member in the Department of Physics and
the EES Program, which includes (i) teaching at
the undergraduate and graduate levels, (ii)
maintaining a strong, externally funded research
program and publish in peer reviewed journals,
(iii) mentoring and supervision of undergraduate
and graduate students and (iv) participating, as
necessary, in all service and programmatic
activities of the Department, EES, College of
Arts & Sciences, and University.
Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must have a doctorate in
meteorology, atmospheric science, or a closely
related field from a college or university the
U.S. Department of Education has listed as being
accredited by a recognized accrediting
organization or is accredited by a legitimate
international accrediting organization.
Candidates will be expected to provide evidence
that they can teach with distinction at the
undergraduate and graduate levels and be an
effective mentor of undergraduate and graduate
students. They must demonstrate ability to build
and maintain a strong, externally funded
research program. Preference will be given to
candidates with expertise in synoptic data
analysis, and with a strong background in radar
and satellite meteorology, and dynamic
meteorology.
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants must submit: a) Administrative and Faculty Employment
Application, b) a letter of interest, c) a
current vitae, d) a statement of teaching
philosophy and research interests, e) three
letters of reference, and f) copies of all
undergraduate and graduate transcripts to:
Dr. Michael A. Plater, Dean
College of Arts and Sciences
A411 General Classroom Building
North Carolina A&T State University
1601 East Market Street
Greensboro, NC 27411
Salary: Competitive
Deadline for accepting applications: November
15, 2009 or until the position is filled
Position Available:
Starting January 2010 or August 2010
N.C. A&T COMPLIES WITH THE IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT
OF 1985. WE HIRE ONLY UNITED STATES CITIZENS AND
LAWFULLY AUTHORIZED Foreign Nationals. YOU MUST
BE ABLE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF
EMPLOYABILITY AND IDENTITY BASED ON THE LAW.
A criminal conviction check will be required
for any applicant who is selected as a finalist
for a position. A criminal record does not
necessarily eliminate you from employment with
the University. Each conviction will be reviewed
with respect to the offense, circumstances,
seriousness, and the position for which you
apply.
North Carolina A&T State University
is a land-grant doctoral/research intensive
institution and AA/EEO employer |
