Open Rank: Climate and Biogeochemical Coastal Systems Professor

Morgan State University seeks a full-time faculty member for an Open Rank position in Climate and Biogeochemical Coastal Systems within the School of Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences. The role involves establishing research programs, mentoring students, teaching, and publishing findings. Candidates should have a Doctorate and a strong research background in relevant areas. The position starts in August 2025 and offers competitive salaries with state benefits.
Posting Details

Posting Summary

Job Title

Open Rank: Climate and Biogeochemical Coastal Systems
Professor

Division

Divison of Academic Affairs

Department

School of Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences

Work Status

Full Time

Position Category

Faculty

Faculty Rank

Open Rank

FLSA

Exempt

Pay Range

Exempt

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

Founded in 1867, Morgan State University is Maryland’s premier
public urban research institution, recognized for its dedication to
excellence in teaching, research, public service, and community
engagement. The School of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural
Sciences ( SCMNS ), in partnership with the Morgan State Patuxent
Environmental and Aquatic Research Laboratory ( PEARL ), invites
applications for a 9.5-month tenure-track position in Climate and
Biogeochemical Coastal Systems to support the newly established
Center for Urban and Coastal Climate Science Research.

The Center is dedicated to addressing critical and complex
challenges related to climate change, with a focus on its impact on
natural ecosystems, the built environment, the economy, and the
health and well-being of Maryland’s residents. We are seeking to
hire a new faculty 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.

The full-time appointment will begin in August 2025. We are
especially interested in candidates who have a track record of
research productivity that examines and addresses climate and
biogeochemical coastal systems in one or more of the following
areas: coastal and marine geochemistry, biogeochemistry of trace
elements and contaminants, geomicrobiology, biogeochemical cycles,
geodynamics, and chemical/physical oceanography.

Job Duties

Selected candidates will be expected to: establish independent,
externally funded research programs; mentor and supervise
postdoctoral researchers, graduate/undergraduate students, and
research technicians; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; and
publish research findings in highly regarded peer-reviewed
journals.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other
Characteristics

The candidate 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 biogeochemical coastal systems research are essential.

Required Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess a Doctorate in a relevant
discipline from an accredited university.

Other Preferences for Consideration

Interested applicants should submit the following:

· A cover letter outlining interest and qualifications

· A comprehensive curriculum vitae

· A statement of research accomplishments and future research plans
(use upload labeled ‘supporting document’)

· A statement of teaching philosophy and experience

· Contact information for at least three professional
references

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

FA00371

Number of Vacancies

1

Job Open Date

11/26/2024

Best Consideration Date

03/01/2025

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicant

Interested applicants should submit the following:

· A cover letter outlining interest and qualifications

· A comprehensive curriculum vitae

· A statement of research accomplishments and future research
plans

· A statement of teaching philosophy and experience

· Contact information for at least three professional
references

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
• Public Job Posting
• Internal Job Posting
• Agency Referral
• Advertisement/Publication
• Personal Referral
• Website
• Other
• * Are you a current, past, or retired Morgan State University
employee? Are you a current, past, or retired State employee? If
YES to current, past, or retired STATE employee, please state the
agency. If not applicable, put N/A

(Open Ended Question)
• * Have you earned a Doctorate in a relevant field from an
accredited university?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Supporting Document

Optional Documents