Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (Chemical Oceanography/Aquatic Chemistry)

Department

Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science l College of Arts & Sciences

Responsibilities

The Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science (EOAS) at Florida State University (FSU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Chemical Oceanography / Aquatic Chemistry. We seek candidates whose research centers on aquatic chemical processes and biogeochemical cycling. Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the inorganic carbon system, ocean gas exchange, isotope geochemistry, nutrient cycling, chemical tracers of ocean circulation, aquatic / marine pollution, and modeling of chemical and biogeochemical processes in aquatic / marine systems.

The appointee is expected to contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching in Oceanography and Environmental Science, as well as to supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research and creative activities. The faculty member would support core instruction in chemical oceanography while developing advanced courses in specialized areas such as biogeochemical cycles, aquatic geochemistry, isotope geochemistry, and aquatic / marine pollution. The successful candidate would develop a vigorous externally funded research program focused on aquatic / marine chemical processes and biogeochemical cycling.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a Doctoral degree or the highest degree appropriate in Oceanography / Environmental Science or a related discipline.

Other Information

EOAS is housed in a recent building (2020) with state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories, has approximately 35 tenure-track faculty and 100 graduate students, and offers undergraduate and/or graduate degrees in Geology, Meteorology, Oceanography, and Environmental Sciences. In addition to collaborations with other faculty within EOAS, the appointee can expect collaborations with colleagues at the Center for Ocean-Atmosphere Prediction Studies and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory. For additional information on EOAS and FSU's resources, please check our website.

Contact Info

For any inquiries, please, reach out to search committee chair Dr. Robert Spencer.

University Information

One of the nations elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Faculty Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Required application materials include:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statements on research and teaching interests
• Contact information for three references to provide letters of recommendation

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Application review will begin November 2, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.