Social Science & Sustainability Professor – Human Dimensions

Regional Studies; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in the Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation. The successful candidate will conduct research on the human dimensions of sustainability, teach undergraduate and graduate courses (e.g., Leadership for Global Sustainability), and contribute to curriculum and service.

A PhD in a social science field relevant to sustainability is required.

Qualifications

• PhD in a social science field relevant to sustainability.
• Preferred candidates will have demonstrated commitment to teaching or curriculum development.
• Experience in securing external funding and publishing in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an externally funded research program on the human dimensions of sustainability.
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration with external stakeholders.
• Advise and mentor graduate students.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Graduate mentoring

Research program development

Teaching

Education

PhD in social science related to sustainability

Job description

Virginia Tech invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in the Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation. The successful candidate will conduct research on the human dimensions of sustainability, teach undergraduate and graduate courses (e.g., Leadership for Global Sustainability), and contribute to curriculum and service.

A PhD in a social science field relevant to sustainability is required.