Assistant Professor of Environment & Sustainability (Climate Social Sci)
William & Mary

Job Info

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Position Number:

F0A71W

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Environment & Sustainability (Climate Social Sci)

Unit Mission Statement:

The Environmental Science and Policy program promotes multidisciplinary education and research to produce active and literate environmental citizens, leaders, and problem solvers. We emphasize the value of integrating knowledge and approaches from the natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and professional schools to generate a holistic understanding of environmental issues and policy making, while simultaneously stressing the need for in-depth training in at least one environmental discipline.

Position Summary:

The Environment & Sustainability Program at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, seeks applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level. The successful candidate will have a joint appointment in the Environment & Sustainability Program and a department within the social sciences. Appointment will begin August 10, 2025. We are interested in individuals with research expertise in the social scientific dimensions of climate change, broadly construed.Duties include research, teaching, and service to the University. The applicant is expected to establish and maintain a vibrant research program that inspires a highly motivated undergraduate student body.Teaching expectation is 2 courses per semester. Successful applicants must possess the skills toregularly teach the core environmental policy making course in the Environment & Sustainability Program and teach compelling courses on the social dimensions of climate change that complement and extend the program's curriculum.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in a discipline that explores the social scientific dimensions of climate change, such as anthropology, economics, environmental studies, political science, or sociology at the time appointment begins (August 10, 2025).

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in teaching and mentoring successful undergraduate research is preferred. Evidence of scholarly achievement or demonstrated potential as a scholar.

Conditions of Employment:

Department:

3KA000 Environmental Science Studies

Location:

William & Mary

Job Open Date:

10/03/2024

Review Begin Date:

11/15/2024

Job Close Date:

12/03/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Employment Category:

Faculty

Special Application Instructions:

Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a statement of research interests, and a statement of teaching interests that speaks to potential course contributions to the Environment & Sustainability Program and how a course on environmental policy making might be taught. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners/scholars in environmentally focused classes in any of the aforementioned required documents. You cannot submit a separate diversity statement. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference.For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, November 15, 2024. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed.

Background Check Statement:

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement:

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Benefits Summary Statement:

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none

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