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The California State University

Meteorology and Climate Science - Mesoscale and Synoptic Lecturer Pool

The California State University, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Department Summary

The Department of Meteorology and Climate Science at SJSU offers a BS in Meteorology and a BS in Climate Science. We offer Minors in Atmospheric and Seismic Hazards, Broadcast Meteorology, Climate Change Strategies, and Wildfire Science. The department also offers an MS in Meteorology. Learn more at https://www.sjsu.edu/meteorology/

Brief Description Of Duties We invite applications for a part-time lecturer to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the meteorology and climate science fields. Particularly, we are seeking outstanding lecturers for teaching mesoscale and synoptic meteorology.

Excellence in teaching is expected. Positions start at the beginning of a semester and appointments may be renewed based on department need, funding, and performance.

Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a student population of great diversity–including age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation–through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies and advisement.

Faculty shall organize all their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).

All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester or term, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e., asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in-person, or hybrid).

Required Qualifications A B.S. in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science with teaching experience in higher education.

Applicants should demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross-cultural study, training, teaching and other comparable experience.

Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in meteorology, atmospheric sciences, or equivalent is strongly recommended, although an M.S. in atmospheric sciences with teaching experience would also be considered for selected courses.

Good oral and written communication skills, commitment to student learning and team performance are required.

Compensation and Salary

Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. The Anticipated Starting Salary ranges are provided below and may be updated per University policies.

L-A / Range 2 - $5,507 – $5,959

L-B / Range 3 - $6,221 – $7,481

L-C / Range 4 - $6,825 – $9,431

L-D / Range 5 - $8,593 – $10,347

Range salaries above are the anticipated monthly salary rate of full-time AY faculty; part-time rates are prorated. There are 6 monthly payments per semester. See the Faculty Salary Schedule for more information.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

CV

Cover Letter

List of at least three (3) or as many as five (5) references

To receive full consideration, applications should be received by December 1st; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Employment Conditions

Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as assigned and required based on their role (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety). The Clery Act requires ongoing compliance training as determined by the University Clery Director. Questions regarding Clery designation and training can be sent to the Clery Director at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu.

Conditional Offer

The work for this faculty position is located in the State of California and requires commuting to the campus. Employment is contingent upon US residence and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or if information is knowingly withheld or falsified. Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. All employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San José State University is located in San Jose, CA.

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