Quantitative Environmental Social Science, University of Colorado-Boulder
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR. The University of Colorado seeks candidates for a position of assistant professor with expertise in quantitative environmental social science. We seek candidates with research focused broadly on the well-being and sustainability of human populations and/or the sustainable use and maintenance of ecological communities. The topical research focus areas for this position are broad and could include (but are not limited to) valuation of ecosystem services, natural resource governance, food security, and environmental health and justice issues. Candidates should have experience with quantitative social science research methodologies and a clear research plan to continue or expand these efforts at CU Boulder. Candidates from Sociology, Political Science, Geography, Economics, Anthropology, Public Affairs, Health Sciences, and related fields are encouraged to apply. The candidate will have a primary appointment in the Environmental Studies program (ENVS) at CU-Boulder. The ENVS program is a dynamic, internationally recognized program with over 25 faculty, 55 graduate students, and over 1000 undergraduate majors (http://envs.colorado.edu/about/). Consideration of applications will begin on October 21, 2012 and will continue until the appointment is made. Please submit a cover letter indicating interest in the position, curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests and complete contact information for at least three referees to https://www.jobsatcu.com, posting # 818573. A successful candidate should use these documents to demonstrate an innovative and interdisciplinary approach to research and education in environmental studies. A PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in disciplines related to environmental studies at the time of appointment, evidence of current scholarly activity as well as a commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education are required. Potential candidates seeking additional information, or those wishing to submit nominations, may contact the Search Committee Chair, Jason Neff, at [email protected]. The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at (303) 492-1334. See www.colorado.edu/ArtsSciences/Jobs/ for additional information.
