Assistant Professor in Geoscience Education Research.

Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences Assistant Professor – Geoscience Education Research

The Department of Marine, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences (MEAS) at North Carolina State University intends to fill a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in geoscience education research. The MEAS Department invites applications from qualified candidates who focus on geoscience pedagogy. Exceptionally qualified candidates at higher ranks will also be considered.

NC State seeks a colleague whose research and teaching interests are rooted in geoscience education, particularly within the affective, behavioral, and cognitive domains of learning. The successful candidate will focus on one or more areas of the geosciences, including the geosphere, hydrosphere/cryosphere, or atmosphere.

Minimum Experience/Education: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in a geoscience discipline or related field. Applications will be reviewed beginning December 16, 2024, and the position will remain open until filled.

Applications, including cover letters, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, research statement, and contact information for four references, must be submitted online at NC State's Career Webpage.

Please search for position number 00100205. 

Please direct inquiries to Dr. Karl Wegmann, search committee chair, at kwwegman@ncsu.edu or +1 919-515-0380.

Founded in 1887, NC State is a land-grant institution distinguished by its exceptional quality of research, teaching, extension, and public service. Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 34,000 students and 8,000 faculty and staff. National rankings consistently rate Raleigh and its surrounding region among the five best places in the country to live and work, with a highly educated workforce, moderate weather, reasonable cost of living, and a welcoming environment. A collaborative, supportive environment for business and innovation and research collaborations with area universities and the Research Triangle Park are compelling reasons for relocation to the area.

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability. In addition, NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation or genetic information. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call (919) 515-3148. They welcome the opportunity to work with candidates to identify suitable employment opportunities for spouses or partners.

College of Sciences Department of Marine Earth & Atmospheric, meas.sciences.ncsu.edu