Environmental Data Science
Company: Tufts University
Location: Medford
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Tufts University: School of Arts & Sciences: Environmental
Studies
Location
Medford, MA
Open Date
Oct 18, 2022
Description
The Environmental Studies Program at Tufts University (Medford, MA)
invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track, lecturer
position in Environmental Data Science and Communication beginning
September 1, 2023. This position is a 9-month academic appointment
with a two-year initial contract and possibility of renewal
thereafter. The lecturer will teach the equivalent of three courses
per semester, including both introductory and upper-level courses
such as: Introduction to Environmental Studies or equivalent;
Introduction to Environmental Fieldwork; and Environmental Data
classes such as Environmental Data Literacy and Story Telling
and/or Environmental Data, Analysis & Visualization. Other classes
might include a Senior Capstone course and advanced seminars in the
applicant's area of expertise. In addition, the faculty member will
advise Environmental Studies majors in course planning, mentor
senior research projects, and provide program and university-wide
service.
The successful candidate will be joining a vibrant program. The
Environmental Studies Program (ENVS), established in 1984, is one
of the oldest environmental undergraduate programs in the country.
Student interest in the ENVS program continues to increase and is
now one of the largest academic programs at Tufts University. ENVS
prepares students to have a deep understanding of the critical
issues facing society, essential analytical skills, and the ability
to communicate their knowledge to their peers and the general
public. ENVS offers two majors and two minors and sponsors a wide
range of extracurricular activities, including a weekly lecture
series. More information about the program can be found at
Go.tufts.edu/ENVS.
Qualifications
The successful applicant must have a Ph.D. in a relevant area of
expertise. We welcome candidates with diverse academic backgrounds,
including but not limited to the sciences, natural resource
management, engineering, or geography. Candidates with experience
using and visualizing interdisciplinary data to address complex
environmental problems, and experience involving students in
stakeholder-relevant projects are desired. Applicants must have
demonstrated teaching excellence and commitment to enhancing
diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
Application Instructions
All applications should be submitted via Interfolio, at
http://apply.interfolio.com/115958 . The following materials are
required: 1) Cover letter describing a) how their background and
experiences would add to the ENVS program, b) the type of classes
they would be able teach and c) specific experiences or plans
describing the candidate's approach to promoting diversity, equity,
and inclusion in their teaching; 2) CV; 3) Sample syllabus of a
previously taught course; 4) Teaching evaluations of the last 3
years; 5) Samples of professional work and 6) Contact information
for three references. References will not be contacted until the
final interview round. Review of applications will begin January
1st, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
For questions about the position contact Dr. Sara Gomez at
sara.gomez@tufts.edu.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a
background check and meeting the University's current COVID-19
vaccination requirements.
Keywords: Tufts University, Medford , Environmental Data Science, Other , Medford, Massachusetts
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