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MS Position – Understanding risk of a fading cryosphere to natural resources in the western U.S.

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Drs. Scott Hotaling (Mountain Watershed Scientist) and Jessica Schad (Natural Resource Sociologist) are recruiting a graduate student to start an MS degree in Fall 2025 at Utah State University (USU) in Logan, UT.

The student will be co-advised by Drs. Hotaling and Schad but their primary affiliation will be within the Climate Change in Mountains Lab.

This project will likely involve both quantitative and qualitative social science work with opportunities for travel. The student will also have opportunities to present the research to academic audiences and agency partners and publish peer-reviewed articles. The project is fully funded for two years with a competitive stipend (includes tuition and health insurance).

Potential applicants should reach out to Scott Hotaling ASAP with questions and/or to organize a meeting to discuss the position further.

Please include a bit of brief background in your message as well as a copy of your CV/resume. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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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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