Paleomagnetism/Marine Geophysics - Assistant Professor

Position overview

Position title : Assistant Professor - AY

Salary range : A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $74,600-$97,200.

The posted UC Academic salary scales set the minimum pay as determined by rank and / or step at appointment. See the following table(s) for the salary scale(s) for this position https : / / www.

ucop.edu / academic-personnel-programs / files / 2023-24 / oct-2023-acad-salary-scales / t1.pdf

The base salary range, from the salary table(s), for this position is $74,600-$97,200

Off-scale salaries" and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience.

Additional UCSD salary information can be found here : https : / / aps.ucsd.edu / compensation / apo-salary.html

Application Window

Open date : February 21, 2024

Most recent review date : Monday, Oct 7, 2024 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date : Thursday, Feb 20, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

Faculty Position at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego - Paleomagnetism / Marine Geophysics

The Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego invites applications for a full-time 9-month tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor.

We seek to attract and retain outstanding, diverse faculty members who integrate observations and methodologies from paleomagnetism / marine geophysics to address research questions in the Earth and planetary sciences.

We have a particular interest in strengthening our current expertise in using observations and quantitative analyses to advance the fields of paleomagnetism, marine geodesy, or marine electromagnetism.

We encourage candidates whose research will build on existing world class laboratory facilities and marine and sea-going strengths at Scripps, advancing a diverse and collaborative research environment.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain a vigorous externally funded research program. They will be required to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels in Earth science at UC San Diego and establish inclusive teaching practices.

Supervision and mentoring of diverse graduate students and service to the department, university, and broader discipline will be expected in this role.

Scripps is dedicated to advancing belonging, equity, justice, and accessibility for all who are or wish to be members of our community.

Successful candidates must demonstrate a commitment to these principles. Information about Scripps' ongoing diversity efforts may be found here : https : / / scripps.

ucsd.edu / diversity . All candidates who meet the position qualifications will be considered, and we welcome candidates who have followed non-traditional career paths, or who may have achieved excellence in careers outside academia.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

required at time of application)

• Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent in paleomagnetism / marine geophysics or a related field at time of application.
• Excellence and innovation in research and scholarship
• Commitment to teaching, mentoring and research training at the undergraduate and graduate level
• Commitment to building equitable and diverse scholarly environment

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Research Statement - Up to three (3) pages describing past research and future research plans.

Teaching and Mentoring Statement - Up to two (2) pages describing teaching and mentoring experience, philosophy and plans.

Statement of Contributions to Diversity - In up to two (2) pages, describe your past and planned contributions to diversity in research, teaching and service.

See our Faculty Equity site for more information.

Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

3 letters of reference required

Apply link : https : / / apol-recruit.ucsd.edu / JPF03881

Help contact : [email protected]

About UC San Diego

The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 4010393 / PPSM-20 .

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Job location

La Jolla, CA