Assistant Professor of Geophysics (Tenure-Track) - Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EAS) at The City College of New York (CCNY) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Geophysics. We welcome applicants whose research spans a broad range of geophysics, including but not limited to environmental geophysics, seismology, geodesy, geodynamics, near-surface geophysics, and geomagnetism. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience applying field, observational, and/or computational methods to environmental problems - skills that many of our students find instrumental in securing employment.

The successful candidate is expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program that broadens the scope of our departmental expertise while complementing and integrating with existing strengths. The candidate should also be prepared to develop new courses and teach existing ones in geophysics.

CCNY is the flagship campus of the City University of New York (CUNY), the nation?s largest urban public university system. EAS offers B.S. and M.S. degrees and co-grants Ph.D. programs along with the CUNY Graduate Center. CCNY serves a broad range of students and has an exemplary record as an engine of social and economic mobility. The EAS Department seeks candidates who appreciate and support the College?s mission in this regard.

Candidate must be legally authorized to work Full-time in the United States.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. in Geophysics or a closely related field is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to teach effectively across a wide range of learning styles and levels, from undergraduates to doctoral students.
• Evidence of scholarly achievement and the ability to work collaboratively for the good of the institution.
• Demonstrate the potential to maintain an extramurally funded research program.

COMPENSATION

Salary Range: $90,838 - $102,017

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

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1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae including Publication List
3. Research Statement (maximum 2 pages)
4. Teaching Statement (maximum 2 pages)
5. Names and contact information for three professional references who could provide Letters of Reference

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled, with review to begin on December 11, 2025

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Job ID: 31166

Location: City College of New York

Job Type: Full-Time

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