Tenure-track position - Environmental Sciences - Energy - Western Washington University (USA)

Assistant Professor of Environmental Sciences - Energy

About the Position:
The Department of Environmental Sciences within the Huxley College of the Environment at Western Washington University invites applications for a tenure-track position focusing on the environmental management of energy generation and use. The position is at the rank of Assistant Professor and begins on September 16, 2014.  We seek an individual with teaching and research interests in environmental science and a strong commitment to undergraduate education. The person chosen will receive an academic appointment in the Environmental Sciences Department and will have an ongoing and formal affiliation with WWU’s Institute for Energy Studies (energy.wwu.edu). The position entails teaching, advisement, research, community engagement and service that support the Department, the Institute, and the University. This opening is part of a broad Institute venture that includes several new faculty lines in the science, engineering, environmental policy, and economics of energy.

About Western, Huxley and the Department of Environmental Sciences:
Western Washington University is ranked as the top public comprehensive university in the Pacific
Northwest.  With about 15,000 students, WWU is located in beautiful Bellingham, close to both the
Cascade Mountains and the Salish Sea; it is about midway between Seattle, Washington and
Vancouver, British Columbia. Its mission is to serve the State of Washington and beyond by bringing together individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives in an inclusive, student-centered university that develops the potential of learners and the well-being of communities.

Western’s Huxley College of the Environment is the oldest interdisciplinary environmental studies
college in the U.S. It is known nationally and internationally for its excellence in educating the next
generation of environmental leaders. Huxley’s academic programs reflect a broad view of the
physical, biological, social and cultural world. The mission of the Department of Environmental
Sciences is to be a regional partner and national leader in environmental science and management,
research and education; providing information and training to both students and professionals in the
environmental sciences. The department strives to further Western’s identity as an institution that
welcomes and embraces diversity, and encourages applications from diverse candidates.

Position Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will maintain an externally funded research program involving
undergraduate and masters students and collaborate effectively with researchers within and beyond
the department. Successful candidates must have a strong commitment to teaching at the
undergraduate and graduate levels. Teaching responsibilities will include core environmental science
and energy courses as well as advanced courses in his or her area of specialization.

Required Qualifications:
·       PhD in environmental sciences, energy, engineering, or a related field
·       Expertise in the environmental or natural resources impacts associated with human use of
energy
·       Research or employment experience in the field of energy
·       Demonstrated strong research ability
·       Demonstrated experience or potential to teach courses in energy and environmental sciences
·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
·       Post-doctoral research in academia, government or industry
·       Ability to work effectively with diverse students and colleagues
·       Ability to develop an externally-funded research program involving undergraduate and masters-
level students
·       Interdisciplinary teaching experience

Academic Emphasis:
The successful candidate will have expertise in the environmental or natural resources impacts
associated with human use of energy with a foundation in environmental sciences, energy,
engineering, or a closely related field. Possible areas of specialization include the intersection of
energy with greenhouse gas mitigation, atmospheric sciences, contaminant remediation, life-cycle
analysis, and risk assessment.

Job Location:
Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA

Salary:
Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Bargaining Union:
United Faculty of Western Washington

Application Instructions and Requested Documents:
All application materials must be submitted electronically via Western’s Electronic Application System
for Employment at http://www.wwu.edu/jobs. Applications should include a cover letter describing
teaching and research qualifications and experience, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for
three references in the Cover Letters and Attachments section of the application system.

Other Information:
Applicants can contact or direct questions to the Search Committee Chair, Andy Bunn, at andy.bunn
@wwu.edu.

Job Posted: 10/17/2013

Closing Date Notes:
Review of applications begins December 1, 2013 and continues until position is filled.

Recruitment #: 130752

Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with
disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in
furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity,
WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including
pregnancy and parenting status), disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment,
admissions, and educational programs. Inquiries may be directed to the Vice Provost for Equal
Opportunity & Employment Diversity, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, Equal Opportunity Office, Western
Washington University, Old Main 345 (MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225;
360.650.3307 (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay); eoo@wwu.edu.

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