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Open-Rank Faculty Positions, Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics
Job Summary
Category
Tenure and Tenure-track Faculty Positions
Institution
University of Colorado Boulder
Department
Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP)
Number of Positions Available
2
Work Arrangement
In-Person
In-Person Location(s)
Boulder, CO
United States
Job Description
The Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for assistant, associate, or full professor faculty in the field of atmospheric science. We are seeking 1-2 candidates who will each develop a vibrant research program that complements and expands upon existing strengths within LASP, the Boulder Campus, and in the Boulder research community, and who are committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring. Faculty members are expected to conduct research and service and teach and mentor in their field.
Research areas of interest include observational, experimental, theoretical, and computational methods of studying the Earth’s atmosphere and/or planetary atmospheres, including exoplanets. Candidates that specialize in atmospheric dynamics, radiation, climate physics, aerosol and cloud physics, chemistry, or any other subfield of atmospheric science are welcome to apply.
To learn more about LASP, please visit: Home - Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Application Details
To view the full job posting and apply, please visit Open-Rank Faculty Positions, Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics.
Compensation and Benefits
Currency
467
Compensation Range
$110,000USD to $160,000USD
Included Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
Compensation Notes
The annual salary range for these Open Rank Faculty positions is:
Assistant Professor: $110,00.00 - $118,000.00
Associate Professor: $118,000.00 - $140,000.00
Professor: $140,000.00 - $160,000.00
Application Details
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
1. Resume/CV: inclusive of a publication list
2. Cover Letter: A letter describing your interest in the position at CU and summarizing your career ambition in the short- and long-term (over decades) (1 -2 pages)
3. Statement of Research Goals: A statement of your research to date along with proposed future trajectory of your research (no more than 3 pages)
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for teaching and mentoring (no more than 2 pages)
5. Research Papers: Please upload copies of your 3 most representative peer-reviewed (or in review) papers as a single PDF.
During the application process you will need to enter contact information for three references who may be contacted to provide letters of recommendation as the search progresses.
Review of applications will begin November 10, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs using the provided URL.
1. Resume/CV: inclusive of a publication list
2. Cover Letter: A letter describing your interest in the position at CU and summarizing your career ambition in the short- and long-term (over decades) (1 -2 pages)
3. Statement of Research Goals: A statement of your research to date along with proposed future trajectory of your research (no more than 3 pages)
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for teaching and mentoring (no more than 2 pages)
5. Research Papers: Please upload copies of your 3 most representative peer-reviewed (or in review) papers as a single PDF.
During the application process you will need to enter contact information for three references who may be contacted to provide letters of recommendation as the search progresses.
Review of applications will begin November 10, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs using the provided URL.
Link to Online Application
Publication Start Date
2025 Sep 15
Application Deadline
2025 Nov 10