Job Details

Position: Tenure-Track Faculty – Atmospheric Science (Assistant/Associate Professor)
Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track
Salary: $105,000 – $145,000 per year
Location: Fort Collins, CO (In-person)
Posted: 11/19/2025
Application Deadline: 12/01/2025
Department: Atmospheric Science, Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering
Position Number: 202500304F
Desired Start Date: 07/01/2026

Position Overview

Colorado State University invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions in the Department of Atmospheric Science at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Candidates will contribute to teaching, research, and service.

Position Focus Areas:

1. Climate Dynamics – Research in physical processes governing Earth's climate through observational analyses, numerical modeling, and application of statistical/machine learning techniques.

2. Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Atmospheric Science – Integrating AI with physics- or chemistry-based models to improve Earth system understanding, prediction of extreme events, remote sensing applications, and climate variability.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a strong, externally funded research program (50%)

• Teach graduate-level courses (40%), advise and mentor M.S. and Ph.D. students, and develop new courses

• Engage in departmental, college, and professional service activities (10%)

Qualifications

Required:

• Ph.D. in atmospheric science or closely related field by start date

• Evidence of scholarly achievement in climate dynamics or AI applied to atmospheric science

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrated experience publishing scientific results

Preferred:

• Vision and plan for developing an independent research program

• Teaching experience and mentoring of graduate students

• Record of community engagement and professional service

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit via CSU Job Portal:

1. Cover letter highlighting interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae

3. Two statements (max 4 pages total):

   • Research statement outlining 5-year research vision and societal impact

   • Statement of teaching/education philosophy and plans

4. Names of four references (will not be contacted without prior approval)

Pre-employment: Criminal background check required

About Colorado State University

• CSU is a top public research university with 34,000+ students and $500M+ in annual research funding

• Fort Collins is a highly desirable city for living and work, located along the Colorado Front Range

• The Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning alongside research opportunities

Department of Atmospheric Science Highlights:

• 20 faculty, 200 graduate students and postdocs, and dedicated research staff

• Focus on climate, weather, and air quality research with global impact

Equal Opportunity Statement

CSU is an equal opportunity employer, prohibiting discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or other legally protected characteristics.

Search Contact: Prof. Jim Hurrell – jhurrell@rams.colostate.edu