University of Miami
Assistant Professor in Paleoceanography - Marine Geosciences
University of Miami, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
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to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this .The Department of Marine Geosciences at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the broad field of Paleoceanography. The anticipated start date is August 2026.
We seek an innovative and dynamic scientist who will develop a vigorous, externally funded research program that complements and expands existing departmental strengths. Candidates should be data- and problem-oriented and have expertise in reconstructing past oceanographic conditions using sediment cores, microfossil assemblages, geochemical proxies (including new proxy development), and/or geophysical approaches. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to both undergraduate and graduate teaching, supervise student research, and actively participate in departmental and university service. The University of Miami offers a unique tropical location and the opportunity to integrate oceanographic, atmospheric, and biological expertise into process-oriented geological research through collaboration with faculty in the departments of Atmospheric Sciences, Ocean Sciences, Environmental Science and Policy, and Marine Biology and Ecology at the Rosenstiel School.**Qualifications:*** Ph.D. in Marine Geology, Geophysics, Oceanography, Earth Science, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.* Demonstrated potential for excellence in research and scholarship.* Commitment to high-quality teaching and mentoring.**Preferred Qualifications:*** A record of publication in peer-reviewed journals.* Demonstrated ability or strong potential to secure external research funding.* Experience working in interdisciplinary and/or international research settings.**Applications shall include:*** Letter of interest that describes your anticipated contributions to scholarship, teaching, and service in the Department of Marine Geosciences and the Rosenstiel School* Current CV* Research statement* Teaching statement* The names of three colleagues who can provide us with a referenceReview of applications will begin December 15th, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.Questions should be directed to either Dr. Sam Purkis, Chair of the Department of Marine Geosciences (spurkis@earth.miami.edu) or Dr. James Klaus, Chair of the search committee (jklaus@earth.miami.edu).The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click
for additional information.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**FacultyThe mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit
to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.**Transforming lives**With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service. #J-18808-Ljbffr
to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this .The Department of Marine Geosciences at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the broad field of Paleoceanography. The anticipated start date is August 2026.
We seek an innovative and dynamic scientist who will develop a vigorous, externally funded research program that complements and expands existing departmental strengths. Candidates should be data- and problem-oriented and have expertise in reconstructing past oceanographic conditions using sediment cores, microfossil assemblages, geochemical proxies (including new proxy development), and/or geophysical approaches. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to both undergraduate and graduate teaching, supervise student research, and actively participate in departmental and university service. The University of Miami offers a unique tropical location and the opportunity to integrate oceanographic, atmospheric, and biological expertise into process-oriented geological research through collaboration with faculty in the departments of Atmospheric Sciences, Ocean Sciences, Environmental Science and Policy, and Marine Biology and Ecology at the Rosenstiel School.**Qualifications:*** Ph.D. in Marine Geology, Geophysics, Oceanography, Earth Science, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.* Demonstrated potential for excellence in research and scholarship.* Commitment to high-quality teaching and mentoring.**Preferred Qualifications:*** A record of publication in peer-reviewed journals.* Demonstrated ability or strong potential to secure external research funding.* Experience working in interdisciplinary and/or international research settings.**Applications shall include:*** Letter of interest that describes your anticipated contributions to scholarship, teaching, and service in the Department of Marine Geosciences and the Rosenstiel School* Current CV* Research statement* Teaching statement* The names of three colleagues who can provide us with a referenceReview of applications will begin December 15th, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.Questions should be directed to either Dr. Sam Purkis, Chair of the Department of Marine Geosciences (spurkis@earth.miami.edu) or Dr. James Klaus, Chair of the search committee (jklaus@earth.miami.edu).The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click
for additional information.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**FacultyThe mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit
to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.**Transforming lives**With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service. #J-18808-Ljbffr