The University of Chicago invites applications from scholars who will make significant contributions to Climate Systems Engineering. The University is building a world-leading Climate Systems Engineering initiative (CSEi) 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 the physical and biological sciences social sciences engineering and humanities at the rank of tenure-track Assistant 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 Universitys culture is highly collaborative.
This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees including health retirement and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Completion of all requirements for a doctoral degree is required prior to appointment.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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