Human Dimensions of Global Change - Associate or Full Professor - Department of Earth and Environment, Boston University The Department of Earth and Environment at Boston University invites applications for a senior position at the level of Associate Professor or Professor in the Human Dimensions of Global Change, beginning in Fall, 2013. We seek a senior scholar trained in political ecology, development studies, geography, sociology, anthropology, or a related field utilizing mixed methods to explore the impacts, adaptation, and vulnerability associated with global change (e.g., natural disasters, food security, water resources, livelihoods). Applicants with interests in public policy are encouraged to apply. This position will strengthen the social science dimension of global change research and teaching in E&E, and contribute to the growth of a multidisciplinary and multi-department social science research network.
We seek an applicant whose research complements strengths in the Department and around the University. Opportunities for collaboration exist with the Departments of Sociology, Anthropology, International Relations and in the African Studies Center, Center for Energy and Environmental Studies, and the Center for Remote Sensing. For more information about the Department, see http://www.bu.edu/earth. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and addresses of at least three referees at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2287. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2012. Women and underrepresented minorities are particularly encouraged to apply. Boston University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. -- Kevin P. Gallagher, PhD Global Development Policy Program Department of International Relations Boston University 152 Bay State Road Boston, MA 02215 Tel: 617-353-9348 Web: www.bu.edu/gdp
