Gep-eders,

See below, and distribute where necessary.  Direct queries to the search 
committee co-chairs, Drs. Andrea Brunelle and Haimanti Bhattacharya 
([email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>; 
[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>)

Yours,
Michael Maniates


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Job posting: Interdisciplinary environment and social science position at the 
University of Utah

The University of Utah has created a new, interdisciplinary faculty cluster 
focusing on Society, Water, and Climate (SWC). This transformative cluster 
connects research on ecology, hydrology, air quality, climate change, societal 
response, and policy, melding multiple scientific perspectives to lead society 
towards sustainable solutions in a changing world. This interdisciplinary 
cluster is focused on enhancing the University of Utah's core commitment to 
sustainability, and complementing ongoing, related research across departments, 
colleges, and centers on campus. The University of Utah has hired an 
ecohydrologist, air quality scientist, and a glaciologist as part of the first 
round of funding. A full description of the SWC team can be found at 
http://www.utah.edu/faculty/swc/.

As part of this cluster initiative, we are seeking Social or Behavioral 
Scientist applicants for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position at the 
advanced Assistant or Associate rank to begin in July 2016. Candidates should 
have an excellent and sustained record of research, a demonstrated ability to 
generate extramural funding, and extensive experience in working with diverse 
researchers from across the disciplinary spectrum on projects that link the 
natural and social sciences in the areas of climate and/or water.

The successful candidate must examine the human dimensions of environmental 
change, as they relate to water and climate change. Research should address at 
least one of the following areas: sustainability, policy, governance, 
institutions, communications, planning, behavior change, conservation, cultural 
adaptation, human behavior, conflict, energy, food security, land use, 
decision-making under conditions of scarcity, effects of the natural 
environment on healthy human development, environmental influences on human 
cognition, behavior, and health, or experiences that promote engagement with 
the environment and environmental issues. Research should include 
theoretically-grounded quantitative approaches. Possible home departments for 
the hire include: Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Political Science, 
Psychology, and Sociology. The successful candidate may also have an 
affiliation with the Environmental and Sustainability Studies Program.

To begin the application process, go to: 
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/43900.

The University of Utah is committed to providing resources to support and grow 
the SWC cluster. An interdisciplinary committee composed of social and natural 
scientists will review the applications. The successful candidate must 
demonstrate potential for genuine collaboration in the SWC cluster and with 
other interdisciplinary centers at the University of Utah.

The University of Utah is a comprehensive and diverse Research I public 
institution located in the Wasatch Front urban corridor with easy access to 
research and recreational opportunities in the Rocky Mountains, Great Basin, 
and the Colorado Plateau. Salt Lake City is a dynamic, high-tech and 
bike-friendly metropolitan area with high-quality cultural and entertainment 
amenities, an extensive public transit system, a sunny, dry four-season climate 
and "the Greatest Snow on Earth." With an enrollment of 31,000 students, it is 
the flagship university for the state of Utah. The University of Utah is an 
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator. Minorities, women, 
veterans, and those with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified veterans. Reasonable disability 
accommodations will be provided with adequate notice. For additional 
information about the University's commitment to equal opportunity and access 
see: http://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.

Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2015, with the position open 
until filled. Using the online application system applicants should provide a 
cover letter that discusses their climate and water research and addresses 
their participation in interdisciplinary research teams. In addition applicants 
should provide a CV and research statement. Applicants need to provide the 
names, institutions, and email addresses of exactly three references who will 
only be contacted if the applicant advances past the first round of review. The 
search committee also requests that candidates upload three examples of 
published research (journal articles, book excerpts, etc.).

Questions regarding the cluster or positions should be addressed to the search 
committee co-chairs, Drs. Andrea Brunelle and Haimanti Bhattacharya 
([email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>; 
[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>)

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Thank you.

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