Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (Oceanography)

Department

Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science l Florida State University College of Arts & Sciences

Responsibilities

The Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science (EOAS) at Florida State University (FSU) invites applications for a Marine Phytoplankton Ecologist to fill a nine-month tenure earning appointment at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 2025. The ideal applicant will take an inter-disciplinary and hypothesis-driven approach to understanding phytoplankton ecology and primary production across scales. Appointees are expected to develop and maintain a vigorous externally funded research program in their specialty area, teach courses at the graduate and undergraduate level, and contribute to service at EOAS. The selected candidate will participate in both the undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the department.

Qualifications

PhD or highest level terminal degree from an accredited institution in Oceanography, Marine Biology, or closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Marine Biology with focus on phytoplankton ecology. Topics of interest may include phytoplankton ecology, ecophysiology, evolution and comparative genomics; primary production dynamics; phytoplankton and mixotroph roles in carbon and nutrient cycles, phytoplankton responses to climate change, ocean acidification and eutrophication; harmful algal blooms; physical-biological interactions; remote sensing and modeling of phytoplankton.

Other Information

EOAS is housed in a recent building (2020) with state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories. The department has 39 academic faculty members and approximately 135 graduate students and offers undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in Oceanography, Geology, Meteorology, and Environmental Sciences. Aside from the faculty within EOAS, the successful candidate can expect collaborations with the FSU Coastal and Marine Lab, the department of Biology and the Center for Ocean-Atmosphere Prediction Studies. FSU hosts a local High Performance Computing Center and the National Magnetic Field Laboratory both of which offer a wealth of powerful analytical methods that are accessible to faculty and students. For additional information on EOAS and FSU's resources, please check https://www.eoas.fsu.edu/ and https://www.eoas.fsu.edu/research/#Research%20Facilities .

Contact Info

Oceanography Faculty Search
Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
Florida State University
1011 Academic Way
Tallahassee, FL 32304

Inquiries may be addressed to the chair of the search committee, Prof. Markus Huettel ( mhuettel@fsu.edu ). Other search committee members are Prof. Mike Stukel ( mstukel@fsu.edu ), Prof. Olivia Mason ( omason@fsu.edu ) and Prof. Yang Wang ( ywang4@fsu.edu ).

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Applicants must submit: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and statements on research and teaching interests.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Review of applications will begin November 1, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at : https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf .