July 22, 2008
Call for participation: Dupont Summit, Washington DC
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The Policy Studies Organization would like to extend to you the invitation to participate with a proposal for the program of The Dupont Summit, to be held in Washington DC, December 4-6, 2008.
The theme of the summit is: The New Administration Tackles Science and Technology. Priorities for the Road Ahead. Its purpose will be to bring scholars, policymakers and representatives of non governmental organizations, into dialogue about pressing policy issues on environment, science and technology, biomedicine, climate change, sustainable development, health and others which will need to be addressed by the new American Presidency. Other suggestions will be most welcome.
The Policy Studies Organization is a non governmental, non profit organization, with the purpose to further research and dissemination of scholarship in policy.
By attachment, find an invitation to the summit with more information on the themes and topics to be considered. Or visit the conference section in our website at http://www.ipsonet.org/.
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January 18, 2008
Assistant Professor, Environmental Policy and Management at Northern Arizona University
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Assistant Professor, Environmental Policy and Management at Northern Arizona University
The Center for Environmental Sciences and Education (CESE) at Northern Arizona University invites applications for a full time, tenure-track assistant professor position in environmental studies and policy. The position begins in August 2008.
This position will be responsible for advising, curriculum development, and instruction in the undergraduate environmental studies and sciences programs and the graduate environmental sciences and policy program. The candidate’s background should include a focus on science in support of environmental policy or management decision-making. The successful candidate will develop and/or maintain research interests, broadly defined, in environmental policy and be willing to develop an agenda pertinent to the Southwest. Candidates must be able to teach classes in environmental studies and policy at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. We encourage applications from candidates who are willing to incorporate web-based delivery strategies in their teaching.
Minimum Qualifications:
• PhD in a social science or interdisciplinary environmental sciences/studies completed by August 1, 2008
• Academic preparation and research interests in environmental policy
• High potential and/or a demonstrated record of securing and implementing grants that support graduate student research
Preferred Qualifications:
• A focus on science in support of environmental policy or management decision-making
• Experience in environmental problem-solving from multi- and interdisciplinary perspectives, in particular those with experience at the interface of environmental science and policy/management
• Experience working in an interdisciplinary environment
• Success attaining external support for research
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching
• A commitment to working effectively within a diverse university community
The Center for Environmental Sciences and Education offers undergraduate degrees in environmental sciences and environmental studies and a MS degree in Environmental Sciences and Policy (home.nau.edu/envsci). Northern Arizona University is a 21,500-student institution with its main campus in Flagstaff, a four-season community of about 58,000 at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks. The university is committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment.
Application Deadline:
This position will be open until filled or closed. Review of applications begins on February 1, 2008
Application Procedure:
Send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, transcripts, three recent and original letters of reference, evidence and a sample of scholarship and publications, and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., teaching evaluations and syllabi). to Chair, Environmental Policy and Management Search Committee, Box 5694, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5694.
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
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December 17, 2007
Social Scientist position at NOAA
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Social Scientist position at NOAA
Human Dimensions Program, Charleston, SC
Job Announcement Number: NOS-CSC-2008-0017
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, December 13, 2007 to Thursday, December 27, 2007
SERIES & GRADE: ZP-0101-4/4
MAJOR DUTIES:
Incumbent applies social science methods and information to coastal management issues; provides social science technical assistance to CSC staff and external partners and customers; identifies how the beliefs, attitudes, values, behaviors, and socioeconomic, demographic and organizational characteristics of stakeholders are relevant to watershed and hazards topics; coordinates and manages contracts, grants and interagency agreements; develops, implements and provides technical assistance on appropriate needs assessment tools; supports the Human Dimensions (HD) Program planning and administration; assists in HD program evaluation and alignment of projects to NOS and NOAA goals; assists in the development and implementation of performance measures for the program.
See full announcement at: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov
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Position Announcement: Human Dimensions of Climate Change
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Position Announcement in Human Dimensions of Climate Change or Hazards
Department of Geography
University of Waterloo, Canada
Application Review Begins: Friday, 15 February 2008
For further information, please go to:
http://www.geog.uvic.ca/dept/cag/jobs.htm#L701
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The University of Waterloo invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level specializing in Human Dimensions of Climate Change or Hazards. Preference will be given to applicants who have expertise in the consequences of climate change and response options (adaptation and mitigation policy, planning and technology, cultural sensitivity) or expertise in assessing the vulnerabilities of human systems to hazards. The ability to contribute to the research program of the new Interdisciplinary Centre on Climate Change (IC3) is desirable. The successful candidate is expected to teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
The position is in the Department of Geography, Faculty of Environmental Studies. The Faculty also includes the Department of Environment and Resource Studies, School of Planning, Centre for Environment and Business, and Centre for Knowledge Integration. For additional information, please go to: http://www.fes.uwaterloo.ca/
Applicants must have a PhD. Applications must include statements of career objectives, research interests, and the applicant's approach to teaching and learning. Applicants must include with the letter of application a curriculum vitae and the names (with contact information) of four referees. The first stage in the review of applicants will be based on the letter of application and the CV. Referees will be contacted for those being considered in the second stage of the review.
The review of applications will commence on Friday, 15 February 2008, and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is 1 September 2008 (or sooner).
Applications should be sent to:
Chair, Faculty Search Committee
Department of Geography
Faculty of Environmental Studies
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1
Canada
The University of Waterloo encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, native persons, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority, however. This appointment is subject to the availability of funds.
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November 27, 2007
Fellowships in Sustainability Science
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Fellowships in Sustainability Science at
Center for International Development, Harvard University.
Due date for applications: 1 February 2008
The Sustainability Science Program at Harvard University’s Center for International Development invites applications for resident fellowships in sustainability science for the University’s academic year beginning in September 2008. The fellowship competition is open to advanced doctoral and post-doctoral students, and to professionals engaged in the practice of harnessing science and technology to promote sustainable development. Applicants should describe how their work would contribute to "sustainability science," the emerging field of use-inspired research seeking understanding of the interactions between human and environmental systems as well as the application of such knowledge to sustainability challenges relating to advancing development of agriculture, habitation, energy and materials, health and water while conserving the earth’s life support systems. This year we will give some preference to applicants who address the challenges related to meeting human needs for water in the context of sustainable development. In addition to general funds available to support this fellowship offering, special funding for the Giorgio Ruffolo Fellowships in Sustainability Science is available to support citizens of Italy or developing countries who are therefore especially encouraged to apply. For more information on the fellowships application process, see http://www.cid.harvard.edu/sustsci/grants/fellows/08ellows_RFP.htm
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