Assistant Professor of Geological Oceanography - College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences
531848 Fairbanks, Alaska, United States
Faculty Full-time On Campus UNAC Grade 30 UAF College of Fish & Ocean Science Add to favorites View favorites
The Oceanography Department of the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (CFOS at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) seeks applications from exceptional candidates for a tenure-track faculty position in Geological Oceanography. This position comes with 9-months annual support from the State of Alaska. This appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, located in Fairbanks, Alaska.
The Oceanography Department works globally with emphasis on understanding the Arctic and North Pacific Oceans and their bordering seas. We invite applicants who will further the mission of the Department and College by complementing our existing research programs and course offerings. Applications are especially encouraged from sea-going scientists. All geological oceanographers are encouraged to apply; we are particularly interested in those with expertise in active processes of geochemistry, sediment dynamics, or related fields.
About the University of Alaska Fairbanks UAF is Alaskas research university, Americas Arctic university and a world leader in both Arctic and climate-change research. The successful applicant will enjoy opportunities for collaboration across CFOS and UAFs many world-class, high-latitude research programs including advanced analytical facilities. Particularly relevant to this position is the ice-capable, Global-Class UNOLS ship R/V Sikuliaq, which is home ported in Seward, AK and operated by CFOS. Faculty in the Oceanography Department are active users of Sikuliaq.
About the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences CFOS offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Oceanography, Marine Biology and Fisheries, as well as a B.S. in Fisheries and Marine Sciences, a B.A. in Fisheries, Minors in Marine Science and Fisheries, Master of Marine Policy, Master of Marine Studies, and Blue MBA degree programs. CFOS has over 150 faculty, researchers, and staff based throughout Alaska, more than 140 graduate students engaged in thesis research in Alaska waters and throughout the world, and a growing undergraduate degree program with over 160 students. CFOS is the second largest research unit in the University of Alaska system by budget.
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How to Apply Interested applicants must submit:
Review of applications will begin on March 20, 2026. Applications must be received no later than March 19, 2026 by 11:55 PM Alaska Standard Time to ensure full consideration. This position is open until filled.
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