Canada Research Chair, Tier 2, Assistant or Associate Professor, Department of Geography and Environmental Studies (Physical Geography – Applied Atmospheric Sciences)

About the Position

Field of Specialization:  Physical Geography – Applied Atmospheric Sciences

• Academic Unit: Department of Geography and Environmental Studies
• Category of Appointment: Preliminary (Tenure-Track)/Tenured
• Rank/Position Title: Canada Research Chair, Tier 2, Assistant or Associate Professor
• Start Date: July 1, 2027
• Closing Date: Consideration of complete applications will begin on December 17, 2025

The Department of Geography and Environmental Studies (DGES) at Carleton University (Ottawa) invites applications for a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Applied Atmospheric Sciences at the Assistant or Associate level.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in developing or applying atmospheric and climate models and/or integrating data products such as climate projections, numerical weather prediction outputs, and reanalysis datasets. Specializations may include downscaling and bias correction, data assimilation, and reconciling simulations with observations, to quantify climate-driven impacts spanning atmospheric, terrestrial, or marine systems. The successful candidate will demonstrate the potential to build an internationally recognized research and training program, fostering equitable and inclusive collaboration, complementing and expanding existing expertise while engaging researchers and policymakers in support of climate change adaptation and assessment.

Appointment is conditional on the approval of the application by the CRC Secretariat.

Tier 2 Chairs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars (i.e., candidates must have been an active researcher in their field for fewer than 10 years at the time of nomination). Applicants who are more than 10 years from having earned their highest degree (and where career breaks exist, such as maternity, parental or extended sick leave, clinical training, etc.) may have their eligibility for a Tier 2 Chair assessed through the program’s Tier 2 justification process. For more details, please see the Canada Research Chairs Secretariat at https://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/ and the Carleton Office for Research Initiatives and Services at https://carleton.ca/coris/.

We encourage candidates from communities underrepresented in these fields and with a demonstrated ability to mentor students from underrepresented communities, who engage in research that reflects principles of reconciliation, including respectful partnership with Indigenous communities.

DGES (https://carleton.ca/geography/) has research clusters in northern studies, watershed hydrology and biogeochemistry, cryospheric science, biogeochemistry, hydrology, remote sensing, agriculture/food systems, societal impacts of the climate crisis, colonialism, urban studies and social and environmental injustice.  We employ field-based methods, geomatics, and modelling, have strong interdisciplinary connections, and offer extensive undergraduate and graduate programs. 

Qualifications

Carleton University requires:

• PhD in Atmospheric Science, Climatology, Geography or related field;
• ability to develop and/or apply atmospheric models and their outputs to advance understanding of climate change impacts and support decisions on adaptation and assessment;
• demonstrated ability or potential to develop the foundations for an externally-funded, internationally-recognized research program
• record of high-quality, peer-reviewed research and the potential to attract, mentor, and retain graduate students and other HQP;
• demonstrated ability or potential to develop projects with other researchers, government, and other agencies;
• demonstrated ability or potential to mobilize knowledge beyond academia, engage decision-makers and the public;
• evidence of teaching excellence and the potential to make outstanding contributions to physical geography education;
• willingness to comply with the funder’s terms and conditions for research security compliance.

Asset: Research vision that complements and extends departmental and institutional strengths.

Application Instructions

Applications must be sent electronically in one single PDF file to FASSOD@Carleton.ca, including:

• Signed letter of application
• Curriculum vitae
• Five-page statement describing a) proposed research program (research objectives, potential contribution to knowledge, methods, plan for engagement with research users and communication of results); b) a training and mentoring plan and c) your teaching philosophy and approach including strengths and/or experience in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching, service, and/or scholarly activities. Include brief descriptions of your specific role in past or ongoing research.
• Maximum of three publication samples and brief (max 100 words) statements describing your contributions to each submitted item.  

Letters of reference will be requested for shortlisted candidates only.

Please indicate in your application if you are currently legally eligible to work in Canada. 

In Canada, both the Government of Canada and the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities have introduced research security policies and guidelines to protect Canada’s world-class research. Carleton University encourages all applicants to review the federal Policy on Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of Concern, the federal National Security Guidelines for Research Partnerships and the provincial Research Security Guidelines for Ontario Research Funding Programs.

To help us develop our equity programs, a confidential equity and diversity self-identification survey will be sent to all applicants separately.  

We invite all applicants to provide an optional Career Interruption Statement outlining any career interruptions https://carleton.ca/deputyprovost/?p=1784  

About Carleton

Located in Ottawa (hosted on untreatied Anishinaabe Algonquin Territory), Carleton is an innovative teaching and research institution with a tradition of leading change. Internationally recognized academics, staff, and researchers engage more than 31,000 students in over 100 programs of study. Learn more about our university and the city of Ottawa at https://carleton.ca/deputyprovost/jobs/.

We are strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the nomination and appointment process. Carleton University is committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our university including, but not limited to: women; racialized persons; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression. Furthermore, Carleton understands that career paths vary and interruptions will not prejudice the assessment process. We invite you to review our revitalized Indigenous strategy, Kinàmàgawin and visit our Department of Equity and Inclusive Communities for information about our commitment to leadership in the areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Accessibility is a strategic priority and applicants selected for an interview who require accommodations are invited to contact the Chair, Dr. Carol Payne at carol.payne@carleton.ca, as soon as possible to ensure that appropriate arrangements may be made.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. All positions are subject to budgetary approval.