Social Sciences Jobs

Category: Graduate

Positions available for master’s and PHD students.

Tenure-Track Faculty Position at Cal Poly Humboldt in Interdisciplinary Environmental Justice

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Cal Poly Humboldt and the Department of Environmental Studies invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Interdisciplinary Environmental Justice. The preferred candidate views environmental questions through lenses of racial and/or social and environmental justice, has expertise in theories and practices of social change, and experience with public, community-based, or activist learning and pedagogy. The successful candidate would also be willing to participate in department-level leadership activities as they become available. Rank and salary are dependent on the appointee’s qualifications and experience. 

An ideal candidate would love teaching and also be interested to step into a leadership position, at some point possibly leading the master’s in Environment and Community program. Research interests that are scholar-activist, decolonial, energy or design justice, and food/farming practices would be strong, but an emphasis on integrating that research in teaching and/or bringing students into that research would be essential. 

 Application consideration will begin on December 5, 2024.

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Assistant or Associate Professor Position in Environmental Studies

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Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU) invites applications for a six-year renewable teaching track position in Environmental Studies, to begin August 1, 2025. IWU seeks to hire a candidate to teach Environmental Studies from a social science perspective, with expertise in a field such as environmental policy, international studies, urban studies/policy, sustainability, or any related field.

The successful applicant will also have duties advising students, supporting student internships, and fostering community engagement that can reduce course load.

Interested applicants should submit:

  • a single PDF file containing a cover letter addressing their qualifications for the position, 
  • curriculum vitae, 
  • a teaching philosophy, 
  • a copy of all academic transcripts, and the names and 
  • the contact information of three professional references. 

Applicants should also submit a separate document describing how their research, teaching, and/or service has provided preparation for contributing to IWU’s commitment to address issues of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and/or other matters of historical marginalization. All materials should be submitted to Amy Aldeman, aaldeman@iwu.edu, with the subject heading “Faculty position in Environmental Studies.” Review of applications will begin November 15, 2024. Questions regarding the position can be directed to W. Aaron Wilson (Director, Environmental Studies Program) at wshoults@iwu.edu.

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Assistant Professorship in the Social Science of Digital Green Transitions at IT University of Copenhagen

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The IT University of Copenhagen in Denmark invites applicants who can contribute to strengthening the IT University’s research and teaching in how digital technologies are deployed in green transitions. The candidates must have a background in qualitative social science and be competent in taking a sociotechnical and ethnographic perspective on the topic.

The qualified candidate will engage in interdisciplinary research and be able to deliver advanced research-based teaching in:

  • Sustainability
  • Capitalist responses to climate change
  • Climate actions and social change
  • Green infrastructures

The position requires academic qualifications at PhD level and the candidate must have the ability to read/speak a Scandinavian language or the willingness to learn Danish.

Application deadline: 1 December 2024, at 23:59 CET.

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PhD Graduate Student Research Assistantship at the Department of Community Sustainability at Michigan State University

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This assistantship will begin either Spring or Fall 2025. The advisor is Doug Bessette, PhD. The position is part of a 3-year project, entitled: Fast and (or?) Fair: Are Rapid and Equitable Processes for Large-Scale Solar Development Mutually Exclusive? The project is funded by the Department of Energy’s Solar Energy Technologies Office Solar Energy Evolution and Diffusion Studies (SEEDS 4) program.

Interested students should email Doug Bessette at bessett6@msu.edu using the subject line, “Interest in PhD position: SEEDS 4”. In your email, identify why you are interested in the position and provide a brief summary of your experience and qualifications.

The primary application window for CSUS’s Fall 2025 cohort runs until February 1st, but early acceptance and a Spring (or Summer) 2025 start is possible.

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Assistant Professor in Natural Resource Management

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Northern Michigan University is seeking to fill a two-year, full-time, position for an instructor or assistant professor (not tenure-earning) in Natural Resource Management within the Department of Earth, Environmental & Geographical Sciences (EEGS). The successful candidate will teach courses including Physical Geography, Soils (lecture and labs), Wetlands (lecture and lab), Hydrology (lecture and lab), and Environmental Impact Assessment for undergraduate students. A master’s degree in Environmental Science, Conservation of Natural Resources, Soil Science, Forest Science, or a related field is required; however, a Ph.D. is preferred. Apply before April 8, 2024.

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Network Manager

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MiCAN (Michigan Climate Action Network) is seeking a full-time Network Manager to build, support, and coordinate their growing network. This is a full-time position with virtual work options within the state of Michigan. MiCAN states that they “serve as the megaphone for the statewide climate movement, and their primary mission is building a well-trained, well-coordinated, strong network of advocates that demand equitable climate action.” This position will work on member services, engagement, administrative operations, and team support. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Fellowship Available at Milkweed Editions

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Milkweed Editions, the independent publishing house well known for such books as Braiding Sweetgrass, The Home Place, The Seed Keeper, and Conversations with Birds, is accepting applications for their 12-24 month fellowship where the fellow will “learn the trade of book publishing” catering towards individual strengths, such as concept mapping, design and layout, research, editing, grant-writing, or marketing and public relations. This paid, one- to two-year immersion program is designed to offer the tools, experience, and exposure necessary to pursue a career in book publishing as well as, provide an alternative route to leadership in an industry where the prerequisite to an entry-level position is typically an unpaid internship. No prior experience is required. This position is based on-site in their Minneapolis office. Applications will be accepted March 11–May 13, 2024.

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History, Art, and Archives Internships with the U.S. House of Representatives

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Within the US House of Representatives, the Office of the Historian and the Office of Art and Archives have internships available for undergraduate and graduate level students. They are looking for candidates with a background in history, political science, library science, and art history. The interns will spend approximately 24 hours a week working on historical and biographical research, educational content creation and outreach, archival and object processing, object, photo, and record preservation, and curatorial content creation. While the offices are located in Washington D.C. there is potential for in-person, hybrid, or virtual work. This internship is unpaid; however, interns may work with the intern coordinator to accommodate scheduling relating to potential academic or work requirements. These internships may be available for the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters. Applications for Summer of 2024 are now open.

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Aquatic Ecologist and Technology Transfer Specialist

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The Aquatic Ecologist and Technology Transfer Specialist at the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University and the Institute for Water Research (IWR) is a full‐time, 12-month fixed-term position with 10% research, 20% teaching, 60% extension/outreach, and 10% leadership/service assignment roles. The teaching expectations will include a 3-credit class (to be negotiated with Fisheries and Wildlife leadership) that potentially includes lecture and a lab each academic year. The selected candidate will provide leadership on IWR’s efforts to train users on tools developed for water management. An earned MS in limnology or an allied field (e.g., fisheries, aquatic community ecology, conservation biology) with specialization or experience with inland lakes and rivers is required. However, a Ph.D. in similar fields is preferred. Review of applications begins on 03/15/2024.

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Public Affairs Specialist

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As a public affairs specialist at the St. Pete Coastal and Marine Science Center, in Florida, you will work with the United States Geological Survey. This position is responsible for assisting project chiefs to improve communication through development of web pages, social media content and press releases. The public affairs specialist will also host stakeholders and provide technical assistance and training. Public events at the science center will also be the responsibility of this position. Those interested in communications and environmental science may especially find interest in this work.

A Ph.D. or prior work in at the GS-09 level in the federal government is required for this position. A combination of graduate study and experience may also be used.

The application will close on 3/11/24.

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