The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Central Michigan University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the broadly defined field of Earth System Science beginning in August 2025. We seek a colleague who applies quantitative and computational methods to environmental questions. Methods and approaches should include one or more of the following:

Earth Systems Modeling

Environmental Data Science

Environmental Data Analytics for Decision Support

Applications of Machine Learning to the Environment

The selected candidate will contribute to the mission of the department, college, and university through their teaching, research, and service. They will support department programs through engaging and student-centered teaching, curricular development, and advising and mentoring of students, develop an externally funded research program that involves students, and actively contribute to service initiatives that advance the department, college, and university.

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.

Research shows that individuals from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications. Please note this is not necessary. If you meet the required qualifications and have a passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, statement of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information for 3 referees. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. Review of applications will begin December 1, and continue until the position is filled.

Requests for further information may be addressed to Dr. Wendy Robertson at rober2w@cmich.edu.

Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EAS) at CMU is a multidisciplinary department with expertise spanning Earth System Science, with a vibrant and collaborative environment and a strong reputation for scholarship and student outcomes. EAS offers B.S. degrees in Environmental Science, Meteorology, and Geology, and participates in the interdisciplinary Earth and Ecosystem Sciences Ph.D. program. We serve approximately 100 majors and minors across our programs and have a strong history of successful internship, career, and graduate school placements. More information about our department can be found at www.eas.cmich.edu.

Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.

We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, masters, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence.

CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more.

Central is home to 17 mens and womens Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17.

CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. Its part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the states largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant.

Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions - Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more - are within easy reach of the citys central location in Michigans Lower Peninsula.

CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms.