Assistant Professor - Climate-Related Extreme Events

The University of Colorado Boulder is hiring an Assistant Professor in Climate-Related Extreme Events for the Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research. The role involves researching climate hazards, teaching, and mentoring students. Candidates should have a completed Ph.D. and expertise in Earth science or related fields. The position starts in August 2025 and offers benefits like medical and dental insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
About the position

The University of Colorado Boulder is seeking an Assistant Professor in Climate-Related Extreme Events to join the Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research (INSTAAR). This faculty position focuses on researching climate-related hazards and their environmental impacts, particularly at the surface-atmosphere and terrestrial-aquatic interfaces. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary research and aims to enhance the understanding of hazards such as floods, droughts, wildfires, and landslides, with a strong societal impact. The position is expected to start in August 2025.

Responsibilities
• Establish a program of research supported by awards from extramural agencies.
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• Contribute to the teaching mission of the undergraduate and graduate programs.
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• Provide teaching and mentoring for undergraduate and graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows.
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• Perform service for the institute, department, university, and profession.
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• Contribute to an inclusive and collaborative academic environment.

Requirements
• Completed Ph.D.
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• Expertise in Earth science or a related field (e.g., Atmospheric Science, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geological Sciences).
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• Previous research published in top tier, peer-reviewed journals.

Nice-to-haves

Benefits
• Medical insurance
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• Dental insurance
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• Retirement plans
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• Paid time off
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• Tuition benefit
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• ECO Pass
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• Relocation stipend may be available.