March 10, 2025 10:36 am
Reno, NV
Position Title: Postdoctoral Scholar, Environmental Social Science
Organization: University of Nevada, Reno
Location: Reno, NV
Position Overview:
The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Scientist position in environmental social science, with a focus on drought adaptation in rural communities. The candidate will be co-mentored by Dr. Elizabeth Koebele, Department of Political Science, and Dr. Loretta Singletary, Extension and Department of Economics. The anticipated start date of the position is June 1, 2025, and the candidate must be available to work in-person at UNR/in northern Nevada.
The candidate will work on the multi-state research project “Where We Live” funded by a National Science Foundation EPSCOR RII Track-2 award. The project investigates perceptions of and experiences with climate impacts and adaptation behaviors in rural communities across Nevada (focus on drought), Idaho (focus on wildfire), and South Carolina (focus on extreme heat). The postdoctoral scholar will be part of the Nevada interdisciplinary team, which includes diverse scholars from UNR and the Desert Research Institute, as well as the broader multi-state project team.
We seek candidates with a strong interest in interdisciplinary scholarship, a demonstrated background in social science methods, and prior experience in socio-environmental synthesis for this role. The scholar will co-design and lead qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis for the Nevada team, including primary data collection through interviews in rural communities. They will also co-produce new knowledge in partnership with other scientists, local community stakeholders, and decision makers.
The scholar will also have opportunities for formal and informal mentoring, including the required creation and submission of an Individual Development Plan (IDP) in collaboration with the project mentors and the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at UNR. Additional funding will be made available for the scholar to travel to conferences and in-person team meetings.
Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in environmental studies, sustainability, public policy/public affairs, water resources, sociology, resource economics, urban studies, or a related field by the start date of the position.
A strong interest in interdisciplinary scholarship and environmental/rural issues.
Experience in quantitative and qualitative data analysis, as documented through course work or previous research.
Demonstrated capacity to work independently and lead the development and publication of research results.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in multiple venues (academic conferences, stakeholder meetings, etc.)
Completion of a doctoral degree in the appropriate discipline is required.
The doctoral degree must have been completed within the five years immediately preceding the first date of appointment as a postdoctoral fellow at the University.
The individual cannot have held previous positions in the professional ranks
Start/End Dates: Anticipated June 1, 2025
Application Deadline: Open until filled
How to Apply: Please use the online application to view the full job description as well as how to apply.
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Tags: Academic, Environment, Natural Resources, Nevada, Science, Water
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