Assistant/Associate Professor of Environmental Sociology University of Alberta

Assistant/Associate Professor of Environmental SociologyUniversity of AlbertaCanadaCompetition: 1357Department: Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences - Resource Economics & Environmental SociologyPosted date: August 16, 2024Closing date: October 14, 2024Position Type: Full TimeDescriptionThe University of Alberta is located in Edmonton, Alberta, and is one of Canada's largest and most-respected research universities with a population of over 40,000 students. We are home to 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers for over a decade.The Department of Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology has a history of producing high-quality research on relevant topics pertaining to agricultural, resource, and environmental economics. The Department includes a group of highly reputable scholars and a vibrant graduate studies program with approximately 60 graduate students. Department members are engaged in several undergraduate programs in the Faculty including a BA in environmental studies and BSc in environmental and conservation science.The successful candidate will contribute to these undergraduate and graduate programs and build new areas of expertise both individually and as part of collaborative teams composed of people within and outside academia.The Department of Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Environmental Sociology. The successful candidate will have strong theoretical foundations in sociology with a research program that is focused on topics in environmental, agricultural, or natural resource sociology. We will consider applications from candidates working in any subject area within these fields, but are particularly interested in receiving applications from individuals who are skilled methodologists (the ability to teach quantitative methods would be an asset), conduct research focused on consumption and consumerism, and/or have an international focus.A research program with links to sustainable development goals, Indigenous communities, and collaboration on interdisciplinary teams are also valued assets of a successful applicant. We also seek candidates who will support and advance university commitments to equity, diversity, and inclusivity.Minimum Qualifications:Candidates must hold a PhD in sociology, environmental sociology, or a closely related field. We also welcome applicants with non-traditional pathways to an academic career in Canada. Candidates must have already completed their PhD, or expect to receive their PhD by July 1, 2025. Experience working with topics in environmental, agricultural, or natural resource sociology is required. An ability to teach quantitative methods and experience with a research program with links to sustainable development goals and Indigenous communities is an asset.The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong research program with external funding, engage in interdisciplinary research collaborations, and train and supervise graduate students. The position involves teaching at the graduate and undergraduate level. We also assume the successful candidate will contribute to the intellectual life of the university, the sociology profession, and to communities and groups who partner in research.Application Instructions:Please click "Apply Now" and submit the following documents online:Curriculum vitaeCover letterList of referencesStatement of research interestsEDI PhilosophyAt the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight October 14, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time. #J-18808-Ljbffr