Lecturer

Department Summary The Department of Meteorology and Climate Science at SJSU offers a BS of Meteorology and a BS in Climate Science. We offer Minors in Atmospheric and Seismic Hazards, Broadcast Meteorology , Climate Change Strategies, and Wildfire Science. The department also offers an MS in Meteorology. Learn more at Brief Description of Duties We invite applications for a part‑time lecturer to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the meteorology and climate science fields. Particularly, we are seeking outstanding lecturers for teaching mesoscale and synoptic meteorology . Excellence in teaching is expected. Positions start at the beginning of a semester and appointments may be renewed based on department need, funding, and performance. Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a student population of great diversity—​including age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation—​through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies and advisement. Faculty shall organize all their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS). All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester or term, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e., asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in‑person, or hybrid). Required Qualifications A B.S. in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science with teaching experience in higher education. Applicants should demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross‑cultural study, training, teaching and other comparable experience. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in meteorology, atmospheric sciences, or equivalent is strongly recommended, although an M.S. in atmospheric sciences with teaching experience would also be considered for selected courses. Good oral and written communication skills, commitment to student learning and team performance are required. Compensation Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. To learn more about range placement, please see University Policy S21-2. Anticipated starting salary: L-A / Range 2 – $5507 – $5959 L-B / Range 3 – $6221 – $7481 L-C / Range 4 – $6825 – $9431 L-D / Range 5 – $8593 – $10347 Range salaries above are the anticipated monthly salary rate of full‑time AY faculty—part‑time rates are prorated. There are 6 monthly payments per semester (full‑time AY annual salary = rate x 12). See the Faculty Salary Schedule for more information. Application Procedure Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents: CV Cover Letter List of at least three (3) or as many as five (5) references To receive full consideration, applications should be received by December 1st, however the position will remain open until filled. Employment Conditions Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as assigned and required based on their role (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety). Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, the faculty member in this position will be subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). Individuals designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and to complete Clery Act training as determined by the University Clery Director. Questions regarding CSA designation and training can be sent to the Clery Director at View email address on click.appcast.io. The President may recommend or require compliance with safety measures that decrease the likelihood of COVID‑19 transmission or illness and allows the core mission and activities of the campus to continue. Conditional Offer The work for this faculty position is located in the State of California and requires commuting to the campus. Employment is contingent upon US residence and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Offers of employment are conditional, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Equal Employment Statement San Jose State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. This policy applies to all San Jose State University students, faculty, and staff as well as University programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose. 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