Assistant Professor of Meteorology

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor of Meteorology

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM CCE - Oceanography and Coastal Sciences (Kanchan Maiti (00007816))

   

Work Location:

1002X Energy, Coast, and Environment Building

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

The Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences (DOCS) at Louisiana State University (LSU) seeks a tenure-track assistant professor of meteorology. All areas of specialization will be considered, with preference given to candidates that demonstrate an eagerness to apply their research to a coastal context. Ideal applicants will possess the potential to establish productive, externally funded research programs. Competitive candidates should also communicate a clear potential to teach classes within LSU’s new B.S. degree program in coastal meteorology, as well as develop future coursework in their area of expertise.

This position is part of an exciting multi tenure-track position hire within DOCS consisting of five new faculty hires with an expected start date of Fall 2026.

About the Department: Established in 1860, LSU is Louisiana’s flagship land-grant, sea-grant, and space-grant institution, as well as an R1 research university. The Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences (DOCS) has strong biological, physical, chemical, geological, fisheries, meteorology and wetland biogeochemistry programs in continental shelf, coastal, estuarine, and wetland environments. Located in the state capital of Baton Rouge, on the banks of the Mississippi River, LSU is surrounded by diverse aquatic and coastal habitats. DOCS is housed within LSU’s nationally distinctive College of the Coast & Environment and is home to 27 full-time equivalent faculty members, 72 graduate students, and numerous research associates, postdoctoral scientists, and support staff. The department offers MS and PhD degrees in Oceanography & Coastal Sciences, while contributing to BS degrees in Coastal Environmental Science and Coastal Meteorology. DOCS faculty enjoy access to well-equipped research laboratories, substantial supercomputing resources, field support services, and a shared marine lab at the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) in Cocodrie, La. LUMCON is located 100 miles from LSU, with access to surrounding coastal environments supported by facilities including boats, field stations, laboratory space, and dormitories.

Job Responsibilities:

50% -Teach graduate and undergraduate courses; advise students; serve on student thesis committees.

40% - Develop and maintain a rigorous, externally funded and independent research program; mentor graduate students and postdocs; publish journal articles, reports, books, conference proceedings etc.

10% - Provide service/advice to the University, professional organizations, and local, state and federal agencies and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Meteorology, Marine Sciences, Atmospheric Science, Oceanography, Earth Sciences or a closely

related degree.

Specific Experience: Post-doctoral research experience. Potential to secure external research funding. Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration. Experience teaching college-level science courses as a teaching assistant or instructor of record. Demonstrated record of publishing peer-reviewed research.

Competencies:

Proficient - Demonstrates potential to sustain an active research program.

Proficient - Strong publication record, commensurate with experience.

Proficient - Ability to provide quality mentoring and teaching to undergraduate and graduate students.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please submit the following requested documents with your application: cover letter highlighting your motivation for applying to this position (two page maximum); research statement that describes
the focus and impact of your current and planned future research (three-page maximum); a statement of your teaching and student mentoring philosophies (three-page maximum); curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available), but official transcripts are required prior to hire. If your degree was earned outside the US, a credential evaluation will be required. This po