Stanford University
Tenured Professor in Climate Science
Stanford University, Stanford, California, United States, 94305
Overview
Stanford University invites applications for a tenured Associate or Full Professor in Climate Science. Climate science is central to understanding and responding to the challenges of global change. We are interested in candidates who can contribute to the school’s strategic research and teaching priorities. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the physical processes of the atmosphere and ocean, the feedbacks and nonlinear dynamics that influence climate sensitivity, key risks to human and natural systems, as well as strategies to limit future warming and manage climate-related impacts. We invite candidates who have demonstrated excellence across a broad range of areas (including natural sciences, engineering, and social sciences). The successful candidate will serve as a faculty member in one of the departments in Stanford’s Doerr School for Sustainability, and could also be jointly appointed in one of the School’s institutes. Responsibilities
Contribute to the school’s strategic research and teaching priorities. Hold a faculty appointment in one of the departments in the Doerr School for Sustainability, and potentially be jointly appointed in one of the School’s institutes. Demonstrate an exceptional record of scholarly work in climate science and engage in interdisciplinary research and teaching. Qualifications
Exceptional record of scholarly work in climate science; demonstrated excellence across natural sciences, engineering, and social sciences is valued. Interest in interdisciplinary approaches and a dedication to teaching. Application and Review
Applications should be submitted online. Review of applications will begin upon receipt and outstanding submissions will be accepted until October 30, 2025, 11:00pm PST. Packages must include: 1) Cover letter 2) Curriculum Vitae 3) Combined research and teaching statement (not to exceed 3 pages) 4) Name and contact information for three reference letter writers. Compensation and Conditions
Base pay ranges: Associate Professor: $174,000 - $341,000 per annum; Full Professor: $171,800 - $480,000 per annum. Stanford University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical missions. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact disability.access@stanford.edu. Questions
For questions regarding this position, please contact Haley Mees at hmees@stanford.edu. Advertised: 11 Aug 2025 3:35 PM Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: 30 Oct 2025 11:55 PM Pacific Daylight Time
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Stanford University invites applications for a tenured Associate or Full Professor in Climate Science. Climate science is central to understanding and responding to the challenges of global change. We are interested in candidates who can contribute to the school’s strategic research and teaching priorities. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the physical processes of the atmosphere and ocean, the feedbacks and nonlinear dynamics that influence climate sensitivity, key risks to human and natural systems, as well as strategies to limit future warming and manage climate-related impacts. We invite candidates who have demonstrated excellence across a broad range of areas (including natural sciences, engineering, and social sciences). The successful candidate will serve as a faculty member in one of the departments in Stanford’s Doerr School for Sustainability, and could also be jointly appointed in one of the School’s institutes. Responsibilities
Contribute to the school’s strategic research and teaching priorities. Hold a faculty appointment in one of the departments in the Doerr School for Sustainability, and potentially be jointly appointed in one of the School’s institutes. Demonstrate an exceptional record of scholarly work in climate science and engage in interdisciplinary research and teaching. Qualifications
Exceptional record of scholarly work in climate science; demonstrated excellence across natural sciences, engineering, and social sciences is valued. Interest in interdisciplinary approaches and a dedication to teaching. Application and Review
Applications should be submitted online. Review of applications will begin upon receipt and outstanding submissions will be accepted until October 30, 2025, 11:00pm PST. Packages must include: 1) Cover letter 2) Curriculum Vitae 3) Combined research and teaching statement (not to exceed 3 pages) 4) Name and contact information for three reference letter writers. Compensation and Conditions
Base pay ranges: Associate Professor: $174,000 - $341,000 per annum; Full Professor: $171,800 - $480,000 per annum. Stanford University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical missions. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact disability.access@stanford.edu. Questions
For questions regarding this position, please contact Haley Mees at hmees@stanford.edu. Advertised: 11 Aug 2025 3:35 PM Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: 30 Oct 2025 11:55 PM Pacific Daylight Time
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