The Consortium for Science, Policy, and Outcomes (CSPO) at Arizona State University (ASU) seeks to fill one or more open rank faculty positions in the general field of science, technology, and society, available for August 2006. CSPO is a dynamic interdisciplinary center that conducts research, cultivates public discourse, and fosters policies aimed at enhancing society’s capacity to grapple with the immense power and importance of science and technology. CSPO is also the home of a newly awarded NSF Nanoscale Science and Engineering Center/Center for Nanotechnology in Society. CSPO and ASU offer an innovative environment for developing and testing research and teaching ideas related to the governance and conduct of science and technology in the public interest. The focus of the recruitment is at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor, however, candidates for Full Professor will be considered. The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate courses, do research and publish in areas of expertise, participate in university, professional and community service activities.

Qualified candidates will have Doctorate in a related area and demonstrated research and teaching interests at the intersection of scientific and technological advance, public policy, and social impacts, appropriate to rank; and evidence of performance in both research and teaching appropriate to rank. Particular areas of specialization are open but could include: societal aspects of nanotechnology, other emerging technologies (genomics; robotics; etc.), biomedicine and health, technology and democracy, research policy, information and/or communication technology, technology and development, globalization, etc. Disciplinary approaches are also open but could include political science, economics, anthropology, sociology, design, communication, history, law, and cultural studies. Experience with policy, public engagement, technology assessment, or other applied areas is a plus. Natural scientists and engineers with significant relevant policy research experience will also be considered. The appointment will be shared between CSPO and an appropriate academic unit at ASU. Salary and start-up package very competitive. For more information about CSPO, go to this site.

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2005 (no electronic applications accepted), if not filled every Friday thereafter until the search is closed. Submit: detailed letter of application stating qualifications, experience, research plans, and teaching interests; a complete, detailed curriculum vitae; and the names and addresses of three references, to David Guston, Chair, Search Committee, Consortium for Science, Policy and Outcomes, PO Box 874401, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-4401. AA/EOE

NB: A background check is required for employment.