Freshwater Policy and Sustainability - Western Michigan University Tenure Track Faculty Position
The Environmental Studies Program at Western Michigan University seeks applications for a tenure-track position in Freshwater Policy and Sustainability at the Assistant Professor level beginning in Fall 2014, pending budgetary approval. Preference will be given to applicants with interdisciplinary training whose research complements existing strengths within the program. A Ph.D. is required and relevant post-doctoral experience is preferred. The successful candidate will participate in a new interdisciplinary undergraduate Freshwater Science and Sustainability program, establish an extramurally funded research program, and serve on departmental and university committees. Teaching responsibilities will include freshwater policy and other undergraduate courses related to sustainability, with some teaching in an online or hybrid format.
Information concerning the Environmental Studies Program and its faculty can be obtained at http://www.wmich.edu/environment. Western Michigan University is a learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged research institution and a U.S. News and World Report top 100 public university, with a growing graduate program that offers a unique opportunity for individuals seeking a balanced research and teaching career. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has placed WMU among the 139 public institutions in the nation designated as research universities with high research activity.
Applicants should visit http://www.wmich.edu/hr/careers-at-wmu.html to apply. To apply please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, and have three letters of reference sent to Steven Kohler, Ph.D., Freshwater Policy and Sustainability Search Committee, Environmental Studies Program, Room 3938 Wood Hall, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5419. Review of applications will begin on December 9, 2013 and continue until the position is filled. WMU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer consistent with applicable federal and state law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
