POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Assistant Professor in Human Dimensions of Natural Resources
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES) College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES) University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) Position: The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is seeking qualified applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in human dimensions of natural resources. Individuals with expertise in applying theories, concepts, and methods from the social and behavioral sciences to the study of environmental and natural resource issues and policies are encouraged to apply. This is a 9-month, 100%-time position, reflecting a 60% research / 40% teaching appointment. NRES has 23 tenure-system faculty with expertise in teaching, research, and outreach in the biological, physical, and social sciences applied in natural, agricultural, and urban ecosystems (http://nres.illinois.edu/). Interdisciplinary and systems-based approaches are important elements of our research and educational programs. Responsibilities: Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated potential for conducting empirically-based, policy-relevant research that is grounded in theory as well as applications, and with a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and advising. The individual in this position will be expected to recruit and train graduate students, develop grant proposals, attract funding, and publish regularly in peer-reviewed, nationally and internationally recognized scientific journals. Teaching responsibilities will include courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Qualifications: A Ph.D. in natural resource management or conservation, environmental policy, political science, geography, anthropology, sociology, psychology, or related disciplines is required. Candidates are expected to complete their degree before appointment. Starting Date: The appointment for this position is expected to begin August 16, 2011. Salary: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Closing Date: For full consideration applications must be received by December 15, 2010. Application Procedure: Please create your candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your cover letter of application, curriculum vitae, at least one example of professional writing, teaching statement (including philosophy, experience, and interests), research statement, and the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three references. In addition three letters of reference must be either emailed to Dr. Courtney Flint at [email protected], faxed 217-244-2521, or mailed to Dr. Courtney Flint, Search Committee Chair, c/o Carol Preston, Dept. of NRES, Univ. of Illinois, 1102 S. Goodwin Avenue, Urbana IL 61801. For full consideration all requested information (including letters of reference) must be received by December 15, 2010. For additional information contact Carol Preston at [email protected] or 217-244-1484. For more information about the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences in the College of ACES, please see our website at http://nres.illinois.edu/. The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty and staff embrace diversity and are committed to attracting qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity and inclusivity.
