ASSISTANT PROFESSOR EFFECTIVE FALL 2009
METEOROLOGY

WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY AND GEOLOGY
TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
METEOROLOGY

Western Kentucky University is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Meteorology/Climate position beginning August 2009. The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the new B.S. Meteorology and the existing M.S. in Geosciences programs. Teaching may include courses in dynamic meteorology and in the successful candidate’s specialty area, with the area of specialization open. However, preference will be given to candidates with interests and expertise in climate modeling and/or contemporary climate change. The Department of Geography and Geology is home to the Kentucky Climate Center, the State Climatologist, and the Kentucky Mesonet and the successful candidate is expected to collaborate with these entities. More information about the department and its research centers is online at: Department, KCC, and KY Mesonet.

Qualifications:
· Earned Ph.D. in Geography, Meteorology, or a closely related field is required. Strong ABDs also considered.
· Must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and research at the undergraduate, Master’s, and post-doctoral levels.
· Will be expected to develop a strong externally funded research program.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of application that includes teaching and research philosophy, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts, and the names of three references.
Department of Geography and Geology Meteorology/Climate Search Committee
Western Kentucky University
1906 College Heights Blvd #31066
Bowling Green, KY 42101-1066
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2008. Position will remain open until filled.

For this type of employment, state law requires a state and national criminal history background check as a condition of employment.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including women, minorities, persons with disabilities and disabled veterans. Western Kentucky University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Last updated: 9/17/08