Description
The State Climate Office of North Carolina (NCSCO), one of the nation’s largest and most active state climate offices, serves all 100 counties through its integrated mission of research, extension, and monitoring. With a strong record of collaboration with state and federal agencies, the NCSCO provides authoritative climate data, analysis, and decision support to advance understanding of risk and resilience-building statewide. The office has been recognized for its leadership during extreme events such as Hurricane Helene, for the development of innovative tools, including the Fire Weather Intelligence Portal, and for its support of educational and outreach efforts.
NC State University is seeking a visionary and service-driven leader to build on a legacy of scientific excellence and public impact to lead the State Climate Office of North Carolina. As Director, you will lead the Office in delivering trusted climate science and services in North Carolina, fostering cross-sector partnerships, working with communities, and providing vital tools that inform decisions across agriculture, emergency management, natural resources, public health, and beyond. This position also serves as the State Climatologist of North Carolina.
This position offers the opportunity to sustain and grow a respected UNC System Public Service Center that has played a pivotal role in supporting data-driven decision-making and building weather and climate resilience across the state. The successful candidate will expand on efforts such as the development of real-time data platforms, user-driven applied research, impact assessments, and communicating to various audiences about North Carolina’s complex environment. A proven track record of applying weather and climate science to real-world challenges, securing collaborative partnerships including external funding, and delivering impactful outreach will be essential.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in atmospheric sciences or related field or M.S. with 10+ years experience. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to communicate weather and climate information, present ideas to different audiences, have a commitment to maintaining the strengths of the State Climate Office, and develop new opportunities for funding and support.
Applications, including cover letters, resume/curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references must be submitted online at https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/223477. Please search for position number 00060660.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in atmospheric sciences or related field or M.S. with 10+ years experience
