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********** The Sustainable Development Department at Appalachian State University is growing, and we have an opening for a one-year lecturer position, with possibility for renewal. Boone, NC is beautiful, the students are great, and I have wonderful colleagues. Our departmental specialization is in critical development studies. Feel free to contact Jacqui Ignatova, [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>, for more information about the position. The job posting can be found at: http://hrs.appstate.edu/employment/epa-jobs/1311 POSITION & QUALIFICATIONS The Goodnight Family Sustainable Development Department at Appalachian State University invites applications for a one-year lecturer position with possibility of renewal, beginning August 2016. Applicants should be trained in fields related to sustainable development, with research and teaching expertise in environment and development. The particular area of specialization is open, but preferences include natural resource management and conservation and development. Candidates must have a PhD or other appropriate terminal degree by the beginning of the appointment or plans to complete the terminal degree by August 2017. Candidates with professional experience in environmental and development practice are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will have the ability to teach introductory courses in sustainable development as well as upper-level seminars related to their area of expertise. Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to teaching and a strong desire to contribute to a vibrant, growing department through student advising, curriculum development, and other service activities. The department is committed to building a culturally diverse educational environment. THE DEPARTMENT The Goodnight Family Sustainable Development Department is a critical development studies program that integrates theory and practice from across the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. We have more than 300 undergraduate majors who concentrate in one of four degree programs in community, regional, and global development; agroecology and sustainable agriculture; environmental studies; or an individually-designed program. The Department's mission is to prepare students to engage in the social, economic, and environmental transformations necessary to create thriving, equitable, and sustainable communities within an ecologically healthy world. Our faculty have a strong dedication to sustainability, including expertise in sustainable agriculture, critical development studies, environmental studies, and the humanities. Our graduates are prepared to work in leadership positions and fulfill the University's commitment to building a just and sustainable future. Additional information about the Department is available at <http://www.sd.appstate.edu/> www.sd.appstate.edu<http://www.sd.appstate.edu/>. Jacqueline Ignatova Please note my new email: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> ________________________________ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "gep-ed" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
