Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Contents
- A 1-2 page cover letter that explains the applicant’s interest in the position and outlines their relevant skills and experience
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- A recent publication or dissertation chapter.
Position Information
| Job Title | Postdoctoral Fellow in Ecological Outcome Assessment in Complex Social-Ecological Systems |
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| Job Description |
The Pulte Institute for Global Development, an integral part of the Keough School of Global Affairs at the University of Notre Dame, combines the existing world-class teaching and research faculty of Notre Dame with a dedicated staff of experienced international development professionals, administrators, and researchers in order to address global poverty and inequality through policy, practice, and partnership. The Pulte Institute is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to contribute to a new research project focused on the ecological dimensions of rural development in forested regions of countries in the Global South. This is a full-time position available with an initial appointment of one-year, with a possible extension for up to three years on the basis of satisfactory performance and availability of funding. The position will be supervised by Professors Daniel Miller and Krister Andersson. Review of applications will start on January 15, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Expected start date during the spring semester of 2024. The fellow will work as part of an interdisciplinary team of faculty, staff, other postdoctoral fellows, and students in the Pulte Institute for Global Development in the Keough School for Global Affairs. The team works on a new research project supported by the Notre Dame Poverty Initiative. This position is part of a planned cohort of at least three postdoctoral fellows working on environment-poverty-related issues and will be a part of the larger FLARE (Forests and Livelihoods: Assessment, Research and Engagement) Network based at Notre Dame. The fellow will engage in research that involves the utilization of remote sensing products, geospatial analysis, and fieldwork to measure and monitor various biophysical indicators across large areas over time. The research aims to advance understanding of the effectiveness of policy interventions to promote sustainable development in forested landscapes in the Global South. This research is situated at the intersection of complex social-ecological systems and rural development interventions and outcomes. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to peer-reviewed research publications both individually and as a co-author. Responsibilities will include:
Interested applicants should submit the following to María Chacón at mchacon2@nd.edu:
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| Minimum Qualifications |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
● Proficiency in Spanish, Swahili, and/or Hindi.
● Field research experience in the Global South.
● Proficiency in the application of forest mensuration techniques.
● Familiarity with the field identification of tropical and Neotropical tree species.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Interested applicants should submit the following to María Chacón at mchacon2@nd.edu:
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| Department | Pulte Institute for Global Development (43322) |
| Department Website | pulte.nd.edu |
| Family / Sub-Family | Research / Research – Social/Behavioral |
| Career Stream/Level | Other |
| Department Hiring Pay Range | |
| Pay ID | Semi-Monthly |
| FLSA Status | P1 – Postdoc |
| Job Category | Other |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Schedule: Days of Week & Hours | |
| Schedule: Hours/Week | |
| Schedule: # of months |
Posting Detail Information
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and others that will enhance our community. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).
Posting Detail Information
| Job Posting Date (Campus) | 12/19/2023 |
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| Job Posting Date (Public) | 12/19/2023 |
| Job Closing Date | 01/31/2024 |
| Posting Type | Open To All Applicants |
| Posting Number | S24521 |
| Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/33063 |
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