Open Rank Temporary Research Professor Pool in the Institute of Environment

About FIU

Florida International University (FIU) is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of over 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, FIU offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars, and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health, and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility, and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Information

The FIU Institute of Environment (IoE) is seeking applications for Temporary Research Faculty (Assistant, Associate, Professor) in fields of study relevant to Freshwater, Coastlines, Oceans, and Conservation research. The Institute supports interdisciplinary research, active learning, and public engagement by linking top scientists with thought-leaders and business professionals, as well as local, state, and federal and international collaborators and resource managers to foster environmental sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Conducting basic and/or applied research independently or with other faculty
• Publishing research in scholarly journals
• Interacting with graduate students
• Submitting competitive research proposals
• Participating in outreach and community engagement efforts

Requirements

• An earned Ph.D. degree in a discipline supported by IoE
• Two years of post-doctoral or related research experience
• Proof of transferable salary

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements for consideration include an earned Ph.D. degree in a discipline supported by IoE, two years of post-doctoral or related research experience, and proof of transferable salary.

Screening Process

Screening of applications will occur as positions become available and continue until positions are filled. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 535819 at careers.fiu.edu and attach their CV, cover letter, and a nomination letter from a current faculty member. Candidates will be requested to provide names and contact information for at least 3 references who will be contacted as determined by the hiring official.

Pool Renewal

This pool will remain open and renew yearly.

How To Apply

To apply, qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 535819 at careers.fiu.edu and attach their CV, cover letter, and a nomination letter from a current faculty member. Candidates will be requested to provide names and contact information for at least 3 references who will be contacted as determined by the hiring official.