Assistant/Associate Research Professor

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Number: 128747
Title: Open Rank
Functional Title: Assistant/Associate Research Professor
Category Status: 15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing Con
Applicant Search Category: Faculty
University Authorized FTE: 100
Unit: PLCY-Center for Global Sustainability
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Center for Global Sustainability (CGS, cgs.umd.edu) at the University of Maryland (UMD) seeks to hire an Assistant or Associate Research Professor to join our expanding team. The candidate should have a demonstrated track record, appropriate to rank, of research production, field leadership, fundraising, and experience in the research-policy interface on topics of climate change and sustainability. This is a three-year, renewable, non-tenure-track position within CGS and on the faculty of the School of Public Policy at UMD. This position is primarily focused on research; teaching is not a requirement of the position but may be possible.
Benefits Summary
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
A Ph.D. from an accredited college or university
Preferences:
Preferences:
  • Ph.D. in Public Policy, Engineering, Economics, or related field, with expertise in climate, energy, and/or sustainability issues
  • Meaningful experience working in policy environments outside of academia
  • Depending on rank, recognized national or international leadership in one or more fields relating to climate, energy, and sustainability
  • At least 1–3 years of research-related experience beyond the Ph.D. for assistant rank; or 5–7 years for associate rank
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong research and project management skills
  • Strong publication record appropriate to rank
  • The ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, team environment
  • Demonstrated experience in fundraising
  • Commitment to educating, mentoring, and training the next generation of climate and sustainability research and policy leaders; this could include, but does not require, interest and ability to teach courses
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
For more information see https://cgs.umd.edu/about/job-opportunities
Posting Date: 09/18/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 10/22/2023
Physical Demands
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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