Open Rank Professor – Applied Climate Scientist (State Climatologist)
Department:
School of Natural Resources-0844
Requisition Number:
F_240004
Posting Open Date:
01/10/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date):
02/15/2024
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Description of Work:
The School of Natural Resources (SNR) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) is seeking applications for an Applied Climate Scientist (State Climatologist) position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. This 12-month (calendar year), tenure-track appointment will coordinate and lead the state’s climate program as Nebraska’s State Climatologist through the Nebraska State Climate Office. The apportionment is 50% service, 25% research, and 25% teaching. This position will be located in Lincoln, Nebraska.
The Applied Climate Scientist will contribute to the integrated research and teaching land-grant mission of the home unit and IANR as an effective scholar and citizen, including supporting student recruitment, IANR science literacy, and Conservation and Survey, as appropriate.
Specific Duties
As appropriate to the appointment, the incumbent will develop a high-impact, nationally and internationally recognized research and teaching program in climate sciences; seek and establish effective disciplinary and transdisciplinary collaborations including effective integration with research groups and/or educational programming; connect with stakeholders, agency, and/or industry partners to strengthen programming; effectively obtain and leverage external and internal support (grants, fee revenue, etc.) for research and teaching activities; mentor graduate students; publish in high-quality, high-impact peer-reviewed journals, and participate in scientific meetings and other appropriate professional activities; and translate research-based information into learner-centered products. This includes creating scholarly, innovative, and high-impact learning programs and tools; identifying issues and opportunities focused on learner needs and emerging regional and national issues with international relevance; measuring the impact of programs and communicating results to administrators, stakeholders, users, and media; and mentoring colleagues through professional development, translational research, grants, and professional writing.
The incumbent will be expected to average 0.25 FTE as determined by the CASNR Academic Appointment Guidelines; contribute to one undergraduate course in climate sciences that contributes to the environmental science degree program’s climate science option as well as other SNR and CASNR degree programs; design digital badges as learning experiences for UNL students; and support curricula for high school students within CASNR learning pathway programs. Specific course assignments may be changed over time based on Academic Unit needs.
In addition to the above-described duties, the individual will be expected to accept committee assignments, reporting responsibilities, and other special ad hoc assignments as requested at the administrative unit, college/division, institute, and/or university level.
Recognizing that diversity enhances creativity, innovation, impact, and a sense of belonging, the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) and the School of Natural Resources are committed to creating learning, research, Extension programming, and work environments that are inclusive of all forms of diversity. Consistent with the University’s N2025 Strategic Plan, we see every person and every interaction as important to our collective well-being and our ability to deliver on our mission.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.Minimum Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Work Location (City, State):
Lincoln, Nebraska
How to Apply:
Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the information form. Attach the following documents:
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:
Rachel Szelag
[email protected]
Job Category (old):
Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading
Job Type:
12 Month (Faculty Only)
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:
No
Organizational Location:
Default Location
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