[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral researcher: Human Dimensions of Global Environmental Change, University of Arizona Tucson AZ

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

Postdoctoral researcher: Human Dimensions of Global Environmental Change, School of Geography, Development and Environment, University of Arizona Tucson AZ 85716 USA
We seek a postdoctoral researcher to work on the human dimensions of global environmental change including climate and development, climate justice and earth system governance. The position is to work with Professor Diana Liverman, including social science research for the Earth Commission (https://earthcommission.org/<https://secure-web.cisco.com/1i-HAy3kqJ8hV6EClxp3Es88os6rI_HK_Pn06lE5isAO0FreI7RJrKIiK9a67cHv8I7yzgqU1RjZTA4viN8QHPOKWfV5MyYCIfQrnZy0oYHjB8v_-1_YNnCBUZTcjIhC1ISp_r34louFN5mmLD5ybA9RJCD_oaLdpuiEW9IHgBavKfTTHChw9eVMaVcLNTIsKQXTGfcUEH6nRD0MJ9fRP3NGU02TwV9bB38AQJOL9hZGmY0sKYnzywM6JP0H9JamF12sSWq0PkkI-QkHkOMORGA_8hAb7wu0ODYxAKwCUpmwfjWQ2MMOezhoVy4ujzENYdUHZTdKyEJ1HmE-ovhamk237KWtDhBmPN64apUj75LKQa_Nq1HCmSEEIl0iC0Kn3A4HzKMSPAFR4kLCfUxZ7bLsPd8A4jr1vEArEFcCmL-ux4h6In52qLKjCxTy0EJX05PYqtwdIm3viJXm4cmtEqA/https%3A%2F%2Fearthcommission.org%2F>) such as syntheses of research on the social drivers of global environmental change, synergies and tradeoffs between environmental and development goals, and governance across scales and actors.
Apply here: https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/3889?c=arizona
Duties & Responsibilities include:

*      Literature reviews and syntheses

*      Analysis of environment and development data

*      Organization of workshops and small conferences

*      Regular reporting of progress and meetings with research team (including early and late conference calls to accommodate time zones for international collaboration)

*      Writing articles for publication (co-authorship for major contributions)
Minimum Qualifications

*      PhD focused on environmental social sciences (e.g. in Geography, Political Science, Development, Sociology) prior to job start date

*      At least two refereed publications in environmental social sciences
Preferred Qualifications

*      Experience working in interdisciplinary teams including social and natural sciences

*      Background in environment and development or global environmental governance

*      Background in both qualitative and quantitative methods
Number of Hours Worked per Week 20-40
Job FTE            0.50 - 1.0
May be able to work remotely
Job Category   Research
Benefits Eligible          Yes - Full Benefits
Expected End Date     8/31/2021 with possibilities of renewal
Contact Information for Candidates  Diana Liverman liverman at arizona.edu<mailto:liverman at arizona.edu>
Documents Needed to Apply  Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents
To apply, please submit a cover letter that tells us why you are interested in the position, your training in environmental social science, your research experience in climate, development and/or environmental governance, your track record of publication and ability to work independently and in collaborative teams, and provides examples of your innovative contributions to research projects. In your cover letter you should also demonstrate clearly how you meet the required qualifications for the position. Please let us know when you could start, and if you are interested/willing to work part-time (at least .5FTE) or only interested in a full-time position. Your application should also include a complete CV, an example of your writing/publication relevant to the position, and contact information for three references. This position is funded for 8 months (through August 2021) with the potential to extend based on performance and funding availability. We would like to fill the position with someone who can start as soon as possible.
https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/3889?c=arizona

Contact me if you have questions.
Diana Liverman

Regents Professor and Director of the School of Geography, Development, and Environment
University of Arizona
liverman at u.arizona.edu<mailto:liverman at u.arizona.edu>

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