Assistant Professor in Marine and Environmental Policy – University of Washington, School of Marine and Environmental Affairs (Seattle, WA)

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The School of Marine and Environmental Affairs (SMEA) at the University of Washington (UW) seeks applications for a 9-month (100% FTE) tenure-track faculty position in the area of marine and environmental policy.  This position will be filled at the Assistant Professor rank.


The School of Marine and Environmental Affairs (http://www.smea.washinton.edu/) is a center of expertise in human dimensions of marine and environmental policy within UW’s College of the Environment (http://coenv.washington.edu/). SMEA provides leadership and training to address contemporary and emerging issues in marine systems through a masters’ curriculum emphasizing human dimensions of global change in the marine environment. 
We seek an individual with demonstrated expertise in marine and natural resource policy or economics, quantitative or mixed-methods approaches to policy research and analysis, science-policy integration, integration of natural and social sciences in marine and environmental policy studies, or institutional dimensions of environmental change.
The appointee will possess strong analytical and research skills and is expected to: 1) develop a nationally recognized funded research program in his/her area of specialization; 2) teach graduate courses in the School’s core curriculum and in his/her area of expertise, and at the undergraduate level; and 3) advise and support graduate students.
Required Qualifications:  The disciplinary focus is open, but candidates must possess a Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree) in social or behavioral sciences, natural/physical sciences, law, or an interdisciplinary environmental field, with expertise in marine and/or environmental policy. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to teaching in an interdisciplinary graduate program. The appointment is anticipated to begin no later than September 16, 2012.
To Apply:
Applicants should submit: 1) a letter of application that includes a statement of teaching experience and research interests as they relate to the above; 2) evidence of collaborative capabilities; 3) a detailed CV; and 4) the names of three references.  Electronic submissions are preferred and should be sent to: smeafac@uw.edu.  Review of applications will begin in early January 2012 and continue until the position is filled.
Questions should be directed to:
Prof. Thomas M. Leschine, Director, School of Marine and Environmental Affairs, tml@uw.edu, 206-543-7004.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.  The University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans.  University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service.