Position Number: D99305 Job Title: Assistant Professor Department: Environmental Science and Management FTE: 1.0, benefits eligible Job Type: Tenure Track Posted Date: 1/28/13 Assistant Professor: Environmental Science and Management
Qualifications and Responsibilities The Environmental Science and Management (ESM) Department at Portland State University (PSU) invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Environmental Science and Management, with specialization in social science aspects of environmental management. Candidates must possess a PhD degree in a social science field or from an interdisciplinary program with strong social science content. The candidate must have demonstrated expertise in environmental topics. They must also demonstrate a strong record of research scholarship, publication, and grant support in environmental science and management or evidence of strong potential to attract external funding in this area. The successful candidate is expected to work collaboratively across disciplines within the School of the Environment (http://www.pdx.edu/environment/research-groups) and is encouraged to work with the Institute for Sustainable Solutions (http://www.pdx.edu/sustainability/institute-for-sustainable-solutions-at-portland-state-university) and other disciplines. We are seeking a scientist who can conduct and eventually lead research in coupled human-natural systems, including the interactions and feedbacks between humans and terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Experience in partnering with public and private stakeholders on this type of research is considered valuable. Contributions to university interdisciplinary initiatives in sustainability, health, and urban ecology will be encouraged. Required duties include teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in environmental management, conducting research on environmental management topics, and providing department and university service. Application review begins March 1, 2013 and applications will be accepted until finalists have been identified. Position begins September 16, 2013. Departmental Goals and Orientation The goal of PSU’s Department of Environmental Science & Management is to conduct high quality research and teach effectively about the effects of and solutions to critical anthropogenic stressors to ecosystems. We provide a range of expertise across environmental stressors, including biological invasions, climate change, urbanization, pollution processes in freshwater and marine systems, and land use and habitat fragmentation. Portland State University is especially interested in how these stressors interact with the urban environment and the functioning of the social systems needed to support services provided by the surrounding ecosystems. The candidate's research would ideally link with one or more of these areas or more broadly address the general theme of managing ecosystems, communities, or populations affected by major environmental and anthropogenic stressors. It is essential that the candidate have a strong desire to work with environmental scientists in ESM on interdisciplinary scholarship around such themes. Engagement with local, regional, and national community partners in collaborative research and education is a core principle at PSU. The PSU campus is located in downtown Portland, Oregon and is the fastest growing and most diverse institution in the Oregon University System. Portland is widely rated as one of the most livable cities in the country, with both ocean beaches and mountain ranges just over an hour drive from campus. Abundant research opportunities exist in environmental science and management, ranging from local to international levels. In addition to two Bachelor’s degree programs (Environmental Science; Environmental Studies), ESM has two masters degree programs (Master of Environmental Science; Master of Environmental Management) and one doctoral program as part of the School of the Environment. ESM faculty have a strong record of extramural research, including cooperative agreements and ongoing research projects with several local, state, national and international organizations, such as the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center. PSU Key Cultural Competencies Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive setting with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Compensation: The starting annual salary rate for this position (9 month academic year appointment) will depend upon qualifications and experience, but cannot exceed $65K. Additional salary for the summer months may be obtained from external grant support. An excellent benefits package includes generous healthcare and retirement packages, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependents at any of the Oregon University System schools. To Apply Applicants should submit a single pdf file that bundles the following: 1. Letter of application that specifically addresses position qualifications and responsibilities; 2. Curriculum vitae; contact information for three references; 3. Statement of teaching philosophy, experience (with course evaluations if available) and courses that you would propose to teach and/or develop; 4. Statement of research interests and accomplishments; 5. Example publication(s) (up to three). Please label the file after the applicant’s name, e.g., “Smith_John.pdf”. Send application materials as a complete packet via email to: Dr. David Ervin Search Committee Chair Environmental Science & Management (ESM) Portland State University, P.O. Box 751 Portland, OR 97207. Email: [email protected] For questions, contact Dr. Ervin at [email protected]. Portland State University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Institution and welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.
