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Open Rank Professor - Atmospheric Hazards - Precipitation Physics

Position Number: 6660412
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Science - Geology, Earth Sciences & Oceanography

Open Rank Professor - Atmospheric Hazards - Precipitation Physics

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Position DescriptionThe Department of Geosciences in the College of Arts & Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Open Rank Professor position in Atmospheric Hazards - Precipitation Physics to begin 09/01/2026.

Position Description
The Department of Geosciences in the College of Arts & Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Open Rank Professor position in Atmospheric Hazards - Precipitation Physics to begin 09/01/2026.

Major/Essential Functions
In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences or a related field;
Demonstrated record of effectiveness as a teacher, a record of peer-reviewed publications and/or peer-reviewed creative activity which has contributed to the discipline or field of study, to the candidate's intellectual and artistic development, and to the quality of the academic enterprise;
A record of professional service appropriate to the discipline;
A record of capacity for growth in teaching graduate and undergraduate Atmospheric Science coursework in their area of expertise.

Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

A background in cloud and precipitation physics;
Research interests intersecting precipitation extremes with severe storm and hurricane hazards;
Interest in translating the scientific state of the art into operational and public safety settings, especially in multi-hazard scenarios;
Interest in linking storm-scale understanding of precipitation processes and modeling of cloud microphysics to predictability of impacts in a dynamic climate system;
Demonstrated success with and/or linkages to coordinated national and international remote sensing and/or modeling initiatives and missions in precipitation science and cloud microphysics.

Special Instructions to Applicant
Please include the following documents in your application:

Curriculum Vitae;
Cover letter;
Three equally important statement that describe (a) research experience and future goals, including a 5-year plan for establishing and maintaining a recognized and well-funded research program, (b) a plan for excellence in teaching and student mentorship in research, and (c) a statement of interdisciplinary vision related to Texas Tech's Atmospheric Hazards strategic initiative;
The name and contact information of up to 4 colleagues who may be willing to provide a letter of recommendation.

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Eric Bruning, Search Committee Chair at eric.bruning@ttu.edu.

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.