Assistant Professor Geomorphology of Ocean Islands (0086609)

Description

Title : Assistant Professor- Geomorphology of Ocean Islands

Position Number : 86609

Hiring Unit : Department of Earth Sciences

Location : Manoa campus

Date Posted : November 5 2025

Closing Date : Continuous recruitment applicant review begins December 15 2025

Salary Information : F3-9 salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Monthly Type : 9-month

Tenure Track : Tenure-track

Full Time / Part Time : Full-time

Temporary / Permanent : Permanent

Other Conditions : Nine months of state funding annually. Anticipated start date is August 1 2026 or as

mutually agreed. Pending position clearance.

Institutional Context

The University of Hawaii at Manoa is a globally recognized research institution located in the Pacific with a strong commitment to Indigenous knowledge sustainability and climate resilience. SOEST is home to world-class Earth ocean and environmental scientists and supports interdisciplinary collaboration across its departments and centers. This position aligns with the universitys status as a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning and its strategic vision to strengthen place-based research and education.

Our campus welcomes all students but given our responsibilities to the community in which we operate as part of our strategic mission we strive to become a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning a place that is committed to integrating Native Hawaiian language culture and / or values into its academic and campus environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct research with a strong community engagement component and establish an externally funded and internationally recognized research program.
• Teach assigned courses or seminars that align with curriculum requirements.
• Supervise independent study activities and off-campus learning such as practicums and internships.
• Serve as academic advisor to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participate on committees in charge of candidates for advanced degrees.
• Serve on Department SOEST and University committees.
• Participate in curriculum development activities including the development of curricular materials and special instructional methods.
• Render service to the professional or lay community which is relevant to the individuals academic specialty.
• Engage with faculty staff and students in a collaborative fashion that supports Indigenous values and whose personal and professional perspectives enrich the University SOEST the Department and the broader communities we serve.
• Perform related tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Desirable Qualifications

To Apply :

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Applications received by December 15 2025 will receive full consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

For inquiries contact : Dr. Haunani Kane;

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Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Classroom Experience,Medical Management,Library Services,Pharmacy Residency,Research Experience,Teaching,Higher Education Teaching,Curriculum Development,Grant Writing,Mentoring,Research Laboratory Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1