Harte Research Institute Endowed Chair Position in Ecosystem Science & Modeling
Harte Research Institute Endowed Chair Position in Ecosystem Science & Modeling
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Harte Research Institute Endowed Chair Position in Ecosystem Science & ModelingAgency
Texas A&M University - Corpus ChristiDepartment
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Corpus Christi TexasJob Type
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HRI is a marine research institute emphasizing interdisciplinary research and stakeholder engagement. We seek an ecosystem scientist with a distinguished record of research that addresses pressing environmental issues in marine and coastal ecosystems. We are particularly interested in candidates with strong ecosystem modeling capabilities although we will consider candidates with expertise in other areas of ecosystem science. Candidates at any career stage are welcome to apply.
Candidates should have a strong record of conducting research and stakeholder engagement supporting policy or management recommendations. The successful candidate will have a nationally recognized research program on issues relevant to the greater Gulf area. This includes a history of publications in peer-reviewed journals. The ideal candidate will show the ability to obtain and manage grants. We are particularly interested in candidates who can collaborate with other HRI experts on a broad scope of projects. As HRI has programs in Cuba and Mexico international experience is graduate students and early career professionals is important to our mission and is encouraged. The position is tenure-eligible.
Harte Research Institute
Twenty-five years ago Ed Harte founded a research institute with the vision of scientific legal social and economic research coming together to Make a Difference in the Gulf. The Harte Research Institute at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a leading coastal and marine research institute dedicated to advancing the long-term sustainable use and conservation of the worlds ninth-largest body of water. HRI integrates outstanding scientific research with public policy and provides international leadership in generating and disseminating knowledge about the Gulf ecosystem and its critical role in North American economies. It is a practice unique among marine research institutes addressing large-scale problems by collaborating across specialty research areas to reach solutions that link people and the environment.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant Hispanic & Minority Serving Doctoral R2 Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation renowned faculty and highly-rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. With palm tree-lined pathways throughout the campus nearby natural wetlands a scenic hike-and-bike trail and a university beach Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is the only university in the nation located on its own island in the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast.
Required Qualifications:
- Doctoral degree in marine science or related field
- A record of achievement in scholarship
- An established program in the field of coastal ecosystem science with ongoing applied and basic research that is relevant to issues in the Gulf
- Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration in support of decision making
- A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
- Experience in grant management
- Any tenure-track faculty appointment will be based on related experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- A nationally recognized research program
- Experience in mentoring early career professionals or graduate students
- Experience in working with international partners around the Gulf
TO APPLY:Apply at: the following documentation must be submitted to be considered for the position:
1. A letter of application addressing the qualifications listed.
2. A statement describing: a) research experience and vision b) philosophy of and experience in engagement aimed at solving environmental problems and c) skills and experience aligning with the HRI model.
3. A curriculum vitae. List products chronologically by type (i.e. peer-reviewed articles books chapters non-reviewed products) with complete citations. For research funding please identify the following: Your Role (PI/Co-PI/Project Director) Project Title Funder Start & End Dates Total Amount ($) and Your Portion ($).
4. A list of at least three professional references including name title address telephone number and email address.
The deadline for applications is August 31 2025.
Note: Any faculty appointment will be based on qualifications. Academic rank descriptors are outlined in 12.01.99.C0.01: Academic Rank Descriptors for Tenured and Tenure-Track Faculty.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
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