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Assistant Professor, Centennial Chair in Economic Valuation in Energy Security

Employer
School of Environment and Sustainability, University of Saskatchewan
Location
University of Saskatchewan
Salary
Salary bands for this position are as follows: Assistant Professor: $93,293 to $112,109.
Closing date
Dec 16, 2019

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Discipline
Global Environmental Change, Interdisciplinary/Other, Planetary Sciences, Social Sciences
Career Level
Faculty
Education Level
PhD
Job Type
Tenure Track
Relocation Cost
Negotiable
Sector Type
Academia

The School of Environment and Sustainability (SENS) at the University of Saskatchewan invites applications from outstanding scholars for a full-time, tenure track faculty position as the Centennial Chair in Economic Valuation in Energy Security for Northern, Rural, Remote and Indigenous Communities. The appointment is anticipated to begin on July 1, 2020, or earlier if possible. The successful candidate will have established themselves as an upcoming leader in problem-oriented interdisciplinary research that focuses on sustainability of energy systems and economic valuation relevant to energy security and renewable resource sectors.

We are looking for a dynamic candidate who has an externally-funded, innovative and successful research program and who will engage in creative teaching at the graduate level related to renewable energy and resource economics, particularly as it relates to energy security for northern, rural, remote and Indigenous communities. Specifically, we seek a candidate who will contribute to our new graduate professional program in energy security and also contribute to our other professional programs. Preference will be given to candidates with research interests and experience in the valuation of market and non-market benefits and costs associated with energy systems as it relates northern, rural, remote and Indigenous communities. The Centennial Chair will join a highly-engaged interdisciplinary faculty and student body working across social sciences and humanities, natural sciences and engineering.

The preferred candidate will address economic valuation questions through the design and delivery of valuation instruments, including techniques to collect and analyze non-market and market valuation data – revealed and stated preferences – to inform discussion of trade-offs in energy system choices as it relates to the economic and social development of northern, rural and remote regions and Indigenous communities. The candidate must also demonstrate capacity to develop appropriate economic models to enable estimates of the economic implications of renewable energy and other energy options that takes into account sustainability of socio-ecological-economic systems, including human health and well-being. We would also value a scholar who can employ and can teach valuation methods that help frame policy and social preferences with respect to energy systems using information across varying spatial and temporal scales and expose social and ecological tradeoffs that complement economic assessments of energy systems.  An ability to conduct impactful community-engaged research is highly desirable.

SENS is a premier site internationally for practicing use-inspired and community-engaged scholarship. Our faculty are committed to engaging Indigenous peoples and knowledge in research and teaching, and we emphasize hands-on experiential learning in our graduate programs. Our focus on economic valuation in energy security will advance our ability to connect with other units on campus and strengthen the policy relevance of our research, and contribute to a sustainability focused curriculum.

The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 24,000.

Qualifications

The following attributes reflect the ideal candidate; other candidates will be considered but should possess as many of these attributes as possible:

  • A PhD in a relevant area of economics or cognate discipline, with an emphasis on energy policy, project economics and community planning;
  • Ability to lead and to contribute directly to research programs addressing renewable energy at the community level and to other resource sectors related to food, water, biocultural conservation, and/or environmental management;
  • Demonstrated record of implementing quantitative and qualitative valuation methods in their research program;
  • Demonstrated ability to impact change through research;
  • Proven record of innovative graduate and/or undergraduate teaching;
  • Experience with graduate supervision and teaching is desirable;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, as demonstrated through collaborative interdisciplinary interactions, community engagement, and faculty collegiality;
  • Experience working with community partners – in government, industry or public;
  • Experience working with interdisciplinary teams;
  • Experience working with Indigenous, northern, or rural communities;
  • Excellent communications skills to both academic and public audiences; and
  • Demonstrated success in obtaining competitively awarded funding from the Canadian Tri-Agencies (SSHRC, NSERC, CIHR) or similarly competitive national or international granting agencies.

Salary bands for this position are as follows: Assistant Professor: $93,293 to $112,109.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

For information about the University of Saskatchewan, please visit www.usask.ca

For information about the School of Environment and Sustainability, please visit www.usask.ca/sens

To be considered for this opportunity, please send your cv, and a letter outlining your fit with the position requirements and with the SENS community. Additionally, please submit the names of three references who can speak to your research and teaching abilities; a short statement on your teaching philosophy and experience; and, a 3-5 page statement describing your research agenda, including accomplishments to date, objectives over the next 5 years, strategies for community engagement, and plans for external funding, in confidence to:  

Dr. Karsten Liber, Executive Director (Interim), School of Environment & Sustainability

117 Science Place, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK  S7N 5C8
Telephone: (306) 966-1499

Email:  sens_search@usask.ca

Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2019; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2020, or earlier if possible.

The University of Saskatchewan is strongly committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. All members of the university community share a responsibility for developing and maintaining an environment in which differences are valued and inclusiveness is practiced. The university welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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