Emory University seeks applications for our Sustainability Distinguished Teaching Fellowship, a two-year postdoctoral position beginning in August, 2016.  We are looking for a strong scholar of applied behavioral social science with experience in engaged learning.  This postdoc offers a supportive teaching and research position for career development at one of the leading institutions of sustainability in higher education.

We seek candidates with evidence of teaching excellence, experience with engaged learning around sustainability issues, and a research focus that includes sustainability-related behavior change—individual or organization  al—with expertise in social, cultural, economic, and psychological factors affecting sustainability-related behavior. Training in sociology, social psychology, anthropology, geography, or related fields are welcome.  Fellows will teach two courses per semester, including student opportunities for on-campus research and community-engaged learning.  The appointment offers a $45,000 salary and a yearly allowance of $1000 for research/travel.  Applicants must have the PhD in hand by August, 2016.

Please send vita, description of research interests and sustainability-related experience, evidence of teaching excellence, and names and contact information for three referees to: Dr. Peggy Barlett, Search Chair, Department of Anthropology, Emory University, Atlanta, GA  30322, using this address: sustfellowsearch@emory.edu (electronic submission preferred).  Application review will begin in early February, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.

Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability/Veteran employer. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.