The University of Chicago invites applications for multiple faculty positions (tenured associate or full professor) from scholars who will make significant contributions to Climate Systems Engineering. The University is building a world-leading Climate Systems Engineering initiative with multiple faculty hires addressing solar geoengineering, open-system carbon removal such as enhanced weathering, and interventions to limit loss of glacial ice. We seek individuals who will lead research programs that will produce significant contributions to their field and to this research initiative.

Applications are welcome from all relevant academic disciplines including physical and biological sciences, social sciences, engineering, and humanities for tenured faculty positions at the ranks of Associate Professor and/or Professor. Applications are welcome from scholars who have not previously worked on climate systems engineering and from scholars who focus on the physical or social risks of Climate Systems Engineering. Appointments will be made in an appropriate primary department based on field, with secondary appointment(s) in another unit possible.

Research on Climate Systems Engineering is inherently interdisciplinary, so we seek individuals with a track record of collaboration beyond their discipline; the University?s culture is highly collaborative.

• PhD in the physical, biological, or social sciences; engineering; or the humanities.
• Evidence of leadership in the field and a record of independent research.

Applications must be submitted online through the University of Chicago?s Academic Job?s website: http://apply.interfolio.com/161236. 

Review of applications will begin on January 22, 2025 and continue until all positions are filled.

The following materials are required:

• A brief cover letter.
• A C.V.
• A statement of research plans (up to 5 pages) that describes how you plan to integrate research on climate systems engineering into your overall research trajectory.
• A statement of teaching philosophy and experience.

The following materials may be requested:  

• List of references

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.

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