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Job in academia: The Department of Physics, Atmospheric Sciences Program, at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is seeking applications for a tenure track (9-month) Assistant Professor position with an expected hire date of July 1, 2027 or after. We are seeking candidates with innovative research agendas that complement and expand our current atmospheric science initiatives. Competitive startup funds are available. For full consideration, applications must be received by October 22, 2026. Example Research Specialties Include: - Atmospheric instrumentation development. - Cloud and aerosol microphysics, including wildland fire smoke and ash generation and propagation. - Artificial Intelligence applications in mountain meteorology, weather forecasting, and fire science. - Climate implications of water and energy use for powering AI. - Mountain meteorology, especially downwind of the Sierra Nevada. - Atmospheric Science education in the age of AI. - Development and use of fast-physics for meteorological and climate models. - Forensic meteorology. Position Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research and academic advisement. Teaching responsibilities will include core courses such as Atmospheric Physics, Instrumentation, Dynamical Meteorology, and Radiation Transfer, with the possibility of teaching additional Physics courses. There are also excellent opportunities to utilize and oversee established observational infrastructure, including a NASA AERONET sun photometer, a NASA MPLnet lidar, and multispectral photoacoustic instrumentation for measuring aerosol light scattering and absorption. Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science, Physics or related field. Preferred Qualifications: - Postdoctoral or equivalent experience. - Demonstrated ability to pursue external funding. - Demonstrated commitment to student success via teaching and/or mentoring. Application Materials: The following materials must be uploaded with your application: 1) Resume/CV 2) Cover Letter 3) Research Statement highlighting past research and future interests (4 pages maximum); this statement should include the types of research projects envisioned for graduate and undergraduate students and likely funding sources. Please include one (1) lead author publication that the applicant would most like the committee to read to help assess originality of ideas and science communication skills. 4) Teaching Statement (2 pages maximum). Discuss prior teaching, mentoring, and/or outreach experiences. Describe your teaching philosophy and educational goals at UNR, specifically stating the Atmospheric Science courses you would prefer most to teach and any you would prefer not to teach. 5) Contact Information for three professional references.