University Of Miami

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The Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science at the University of Miami is one of the world’s premier marine and atmospheric research institutions. Offering a dynamic interdisciplinary environment, we seek to improve understanding and prediction of Earth’s systems and to provide a scientific basis for natural resource management and for adaptation to extreme events and global environmental change. Come join our team! (https://youtu.be/mUXis-CQGIA)

The newly created Department of Marine Ecosystems and Society (MES) at the Rosenstiel School seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic leader to chair the Department and lead the recruitment of 2-5 tenure-track faculty members in the next few years. The Chair will enhance the scholarly productivity of the Department and its undergraduate, masters and Ph.D. programs; and, play a key role in developing and implementing the School’s strategic plan (http://www.rsmas.miami.edu/about-rsmas/deans-message). We are committed to educating and nurturing students, creating knowledge, and providing service to our community and beyond. While all candidates with expertise relevant to marine and/or coastal resource management will be considered, we particularly seek a quantitative social scientist who can integrate natural science data with social science theories and methods. His/her work will inform both theoretical and policy-oriented ecosystem-based research.

The successful candidate will have an outstanding record of scholarship, a proven ability to secure extramural funds, and strong leadership, teaching, and communication skills. Please submit your CV, a research paper, the names and contact information for five references, and a statement of interest via email to: MESSearch@rsmas.miami.edu. This position will remain open until filled. We anticipate conducting interviews for the position in January-February 2016.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Females, Minorities, Protected Veterans and those with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.