<div dir="ltr">Date: Fri, 22 Apr 2016 08:34:07 -0400<br>
From: Ruth Hallsworth <<a href="mailto:Ruth_Hallsworth@UMIT.MAINE.EDU">Ruth_Hallsworth@UMIT.MAINE.EDU</a>><br>
Subject: Postdoc Position - NSF Future of Dams Project<br>
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Postdoctoral Research Associate<br>
Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions<br>
and the New England Sustainability Consortium<br><br>
The New England Sustainability Consortium (<a href="https://www.newenglandsustainabilityconsortium.org" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.newenglandsustainabilityconsortium.org</a>)
has launched a new stakeholder-engaged, solutions-focused,
interdisciplinary research program focused on the future of dams. Our
research draws upon<br>
world-class faculty expertise at the UNH, UMaine, URI, Keene State, USM
and RISD and builds on NEST's experience in advancing the theory and
practice of sustainability science. Using dams in New England as a model
system, the team will examine the<br>
economic, technological, ecological, social, and political trade-offs
associated with different kinds of dam decisions. The team's approach to
problem solving will benefit from the local knowledge and know-how of
diverse stakeholders representing<br>
government, industry, and non-governmental organizations.<br><br>
The Senator George J. Mitchell Center (<a href="http://umaine.edu/mitchellcenter/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">http://umaine.edu/mitchellcenter/</a>)
at UMaine is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate with a deep
commitment to stakeholder-driven, solutions-focused, interdisciplinary
research to join the Maine team. The<br>
position may begin as early as June 1, 2016.<br><br>
Qualifications: Candidates <span tabindex="0" class=""><span class="">must demonst</span></span>rate
a deep commitment to solutions-focused, stakeholder engaged,
interdisciplinary research and a strong commitment to solve pressing
problems using innovative methods. Experience with collaborative
modeling<br>
(participatory modeling or mapping, Bayesian techniques, etc.) is
preferred along with a willingness to learn outside of the primary
research area. Candidates must demonstrate strong interpersonal and
communication skills and the ability to work<br>
effectively with a wide range of constituencies. A Ph.D. is required by time of appointment.<br><br>
Responsibilities: We seek a postdoctoral researcher with core
competencies in the following areas: align with the research team and
assume broad research responsibilities; participate in ongoing team
research and project-wide research activities;<br>
prepare manuscripts for publication; present research findings at public
and professional meetings; contribute to the development and
implementation of curricula and mentoring programs for students; mentor
graduate and undergraduate students;<br>
maintain accurate records of research findings and the analysis of results.<br><br>
How to Apply: It is recommended that applicants review project
information on the NEST website before completing application materials (<a href="https://www.newenglandsustainabilityconsortium.org/job-openings" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.newenglandsustainabilityconsortium.org/job-openings</a>). A complete job description and online<br>
application is available on the University of Maine web site at <a href="https://umaine.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=33230&job=postdoctoral-research-associate" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">https://umaine.hiretouch.com/job-details?jobID=33230&job=postdoctoral-research-associate</a>. <br><br>All applications must include the following materials for consideration: 1) A letter of<br>
interest (2-3 pages) that summarizes the candidate's research program,
qualifications for the position, interests in sustainability science,
and plans for addressing the positions responsibilities; 2) curriculum
vitae; 3) copies of undergraduate and<br>
graduate transcripts; 4) a sample of research (e.g., peer-reviewed
publication); and 5) names and contact information of three professional
references. Review of applications will begin May 2, 2016 and will
continue until a suitable candidate is<br>
found.<br><br>
The University of Maine is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability,
protected veteran status, or any<br>
other characteristic protected by law.<br>
<br>
Senator George J. Mitchell<br>
Center for Sustainability Solutions<br>
University of Maine<br>
5710 Norman Smith Hall<br>
Orono, Maine 04469-5710<br>
ph: 207-581-3196 / fx: 207-581-3320<br>
<a href="http://www.umaine.edu/mitchellcenter" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">www.umaine.edu/mitchellcenter</a></div>