Assistant Professor of Marine Science

Job Type: Faculty - Regular Full Time
Job Number: 4728759
Closing: Continuous
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
Department:


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Description

Job Summary:

The Marine Science Program at Hawai'i Pacific University (HPU) invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning Fall 2025. We seek highly motivated, enthusiastic, and collaborative candidates who will thrive in the role of the teacher-scholar, where faculty are expected to be excellent teachers and mentors, produce scholarship in their field of interest, and provide service to the institution. Successful candidates will be committed to innovative, inclusive, and experiential approaches to undergraduate and graduate (Master's) education, and will establish and maintain a student-centered, externally-funded, and community-informed research program. The preferred candidate will have broad training in marine science, with the capacity to teach one or more of chemical, physical, or geological oceanography at the graduate level, general oceanography for undergraduate majors, and a course of the candidate's choosing that could fulfill a statistical or quantitative elective requirement for graduate students. Potential research areas include, but are not limited to, multidisciplinary aspects of marine science, such as biophysical interactions, biogeochemistry of coral reefs, coastal processes, or climate change. The preferred candidate will also have a vision for how their research and teaching could utilize HPU's unique resources, such as the proximity to nearshore coral reefs and tropical oligotrophic marine environments, HPU's 42-foot motorized catamaran in Kaneohe Bay, and/or HPU's AAUS scientific diving program, to provide diverse opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students with varied interests.

HPU values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to hiring faculty who will work to advance these values. Preferred candidates will have a track record of advancing inclusion in teaching, mentoring/supervision, research, and/or service. HPU is a Title III Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander-serving institution, and we seek faculty who enthusiastically support the University's commitment to the academic success of all our students, including students of color, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, students who are the first in their family to attend college, students with disabilities, veterans, and students of diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions. HPU aims to recruit and retain a diverse workforce to offer our students a rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning. The successful candidate will employ teaching and mentoring approaches that promote student success, especially for students from historically excluded communities.

About the Department

HPU's Department of Marine Science offers three bachelor's degrees (BS Marine Biology, BS Oceanography, and BA Marine Affairs) and a Master of Science in Marine Science degree with thesis-based and applied (internship-based) tracks. Marine Science program operations are primarily based at the Makapuu campus in Waimanalo, Oahu, which also hosts the Oceanic Institute (an aquaculture research and technology development center) and the Center for Marine Debris Research. Some teaching responsibilities may also take place at HPU's campus in downtown Honolulu, including teaching labs in our brand-new science building. Our program's resources also include a 42-ft motorized catamaran, which operates in Kaneohe Bay, and an AAUS-certified scientific diving program. Faculty in Marine Science typically teach 3 - 4 lecture or laboratory courses per semester, with the opportunity to reduce this teaching load through the procurement of extramural research funding, mentoring student research, or specific service to the department or college (e.g., department chair). Regular faculty are nine-month exempt employees paid over twelve months.

About the College

The College of Natural and Computational Sciences is home to the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, the Department of Mathematics, the Department of Natural Science, and the Department of Marine Science. The Marine Science Department is the largest of the college, hosting nearly 40 - 45% of the majors in the college (approximately 300 undergraduates majoring in Marine Biology, Oceanography, or Marine Affairs, and 30 - 40 Master's students in the thesis and applied tracks).

About the University

Hawaii Pacific University (HPU) is a private, non-profit institution founded in 1965. It is Hawaii's largest private university with its core campus in the heart of Honolulu's business district, and a marine science campus on the east end of Oahu in Waimanalo. HPU is a Title III Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander-serving institution, recently recognized as the "most culturally diverse university in the U.S." (universities.com, 2023) with students from the 50 United States, U.S. Territories, and over 60 countries. HPU also partners with the Department of Veteran Affairs to offer the Yellow Ribbon Program to serve the higher education needs of the military community, including on O?ahu military installations. Our diverse learning environment of innovative, hands-on experiences is amplified by the power of community collaborations, and students are empowered to pursue their career goals while solving real world problems.

Please submit the application materials listed below. Review of applications will begin December 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Complete applications received prior to this date will be given full consideration. For questions, please contact Dr. Matthew Iacchei at miacchei@hpu.edu.

Application Materials

• Cover Letter - briefly summarizes your interest and qualifications for this position (two pages maximum)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching and Mentoring Statement - Describe your teaching philosophy, including any evidence for inclusive and effective high-quality teaching you have applied, or examples of the approaches you plan to utilize at HPU. You may include any formal and/or informal mentoring experience. Also discuss the courses you are interested in teaching at HPU, including any courses in your area of expertise you might propose (three pages maximum).
• Research Statement - describe a vision for your lab's research program at HPU, how you would engage a diverse team of graduate (Master's) and undergraduate students in your research, and your approach to securing extramural funding to support your work. Provide evidence from your current research experience and qualifications that supports your capacity to achieve your goals for research at HPU (three pages maximum).
• References - Please provide contact information for three to five professional references (including names, affiliations, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers).
• Qualifications:
  
  Minimum Qualifications:


• PhD in Marine Science, Oceanography, or a related field
• University-level experience teaching marine science or related courses
• Research experience and scholarship record in multi-disciplinary aspects of marine science
• Experience mentoring student research
• Desired Qualifications:


• Two years of experience as the instructor of record for marine science or oceanography courses at the university level
• Experience developing marine science curricula
• Experience mentoring graduate and undergraduate research
• Experience promoting diversity and inclusivity in higher education and evidence of dedication to the well-being and advancement of students
• Post-doctoral research experience
• Track record of successfully securing extramural funding
• Track record of publications in the peer-reviewed literature
• Ability to maintain active research program involving undergraduate and graduate students
• Other Qualifications:
• Report to work obligations to support the department may require work during HPU's winter break, if necessary.
• Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy.
• This position may also require driving responsibility for an HPU vehicle. Due to driving responsibilities, you must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with HPU's Vehicle Driving policy.
• Able to teach classes scheduled during days and evenings.
• Able to teach classes at multiple locations on Oahu.


• Key Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:
  
  1. Teaching (60%)
• Teach 24 credits of lecture and laboratory courses a year (4 conventional courses per semester). The default modality for these courses is in-person.
• Develop and teach undergraduate or graduate courses to support the Marine Science program.
• Plan and develop courses in conjunction with the program chair that meet the requirements of the program, establish appropriate student learning outcomes, and provide appropriate class activities throughout the semester.
• Plan and deliver individual classes that conform to the syllabus and to other University requirements.
• Demonstrate a command of the discipline, and skill in presenting it effectively, in the context of an integrated education.
• Maintain accurate and complete records on student participation and performance, use appropriate measures and evaluate student performance on the basis of established student learning outcomes, provide timely feedback to students, and assign grades that are an accurate and fair evaluation of student work.
• Submit grades and any other required documentation in a timely manner.
• Post and maintain regular office hours at times reasonably convenient to students. Serve as an advisor to students and provide informed advice.
• Meet deadlines and follow directions of the program/department chair, associate dean or dean of the college.
• Evaluate the teaching of colleagues through the process of peer review.
• 2. Scholarship and Professional Development (20%)
• Conduct research projects in marine science or a closely related field involving students.
• Apply for, obtain, and manage internal and external research funding.
• Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and invited seminars.
• Contribute to institutional and infrastructure grant writing.


• 3. University Service (15%)
• Attend orientation programs and Faculty Assembly meetings; fulfill academic duties, including academic advising for undergraduate and/or graduate students
• Participate in committees; course, program and curriculum area coordination; curricular development and textbook selection; instructional workshops and activities within relevant curricular areas; policy and program review; or other learning assessments.
• Serve as a representative on school or college level and university level committees of the Faculty Assembly, as well as on other task forces and committees that assist the chair of the Faculty Assembly and/or the deans in the formation of academic policies and related matters.
• Assist with co-curricular activities including organization of, participation in, or presentation of faculty forums or workshops; advising and sponsorship of clubs and societies; participation in, organization of, providing guidance and assistance to extra-curricular or co-curricular university events such as banquets, the literary magazine, the athletic program, intercultural events, theatrical productions, guest speaker forums, or graduation ceremonies.
• Participate in recruiting and retention activities.
• Meet department- and college-specific expectations for university service.
• 4. Performs other related duties as assigned (5%)
• Actively participates as an effective member of the team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments.


• This description is not designed to list all activities, duties or responsibilities which may be required for this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time.
  Hawaii Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable environment in which faculty and staff can excel irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or any other protected class covered by state and federal law. Hawaii Pacific University encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
  
  
  
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