Bard College TT Urban/Envir Sociology - Asst Prof

[poster]

The Environmental and Urban Studies Program at Bard College is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position in urban sociology, environmental politics, or geography at the Assistant Professor level. The successful candidate will be a broadly trained social scientist with an interest in interdisciplinary teaching and research. We particularly encourage applications from candidates whose teaching bridges environmental and urban studies and who has expertise in one or more of the following areas: urban and/or environmental sociology (e.g., urban/rural sociology, public sociology, applied community-based research, neighborhoods, urbanization, globalization and security, global cities); environmental justice; American environmental politics; international or comparative environmental politics; or cultural geography. Familiarity with methodologies such as ethnographic fieldwork, quantitative research, or GIS, etc., is desirable. Candidates should have a PhD and a strong commitment to undergraduate education. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory and intermediate courses in environmental problems and policy as well as courses and seminars in the candidate’s research area. An active research program, including supervision of undergraduate research, will be expected. Familiarity with liberal arts colleges, teaching experience, and postdoctoral experience is desirable.

[poster]

More info:

Candidates should send a cover letter; a resume; a sample of written work and description of current research; a description of teaching experience, including course syllabi and student evaluations; and three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin immediately, but all applications should be received by December 15. Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals who contribute to its diversity. AA/EOE

email address where applications are to be sent will be posted soon

[alwaysguest]

I don't seem to be able to locate the job ad on their website. I sent them a message but no response! Am I too late to consider applying for this? Any info is appreciated. Thanks

[second]

The position has not been listed on any of the usual sites. This post might be direct from the source, but it is as if they have not made it official yet. Since the deadline is Dec 15th, and since the previous message says that email addresses will be posted soon, I would guess that you're too early, not too late.

[alwaysguest]

Thanks mate, this was helpful

[second]

did the person who messaged Bard ever receive a reply? This is such a weird post. I wonder if this is a hoax.

[updateplease]

I have written the department with an inquiry. I will post what I hear on this thread.

[alwaysguest]

Hi, it was me who messaged them. I have not received anything yet!

[alwaysguest]

I don't think the job ad the original poster shared is circulated. This one's from their HR Office:

Bard Center for Environmental Policy
Environmental Policy Faculty

We are seeking an expert in environmental policy for a full-time position on the Faculty of the Bard Center for Environmental Policy (Bard CEP), with a start date of August 2013. This position is for a three-year term, renewable upon review for successive three-year terms. Responsibilities include teaching a year-long course in general environmental policy, a one semester course in climate policy, and one additional course in the M.S. degree programs at CEP. The policy sequence is part of a modular, integrated core curriculum with concurrent courses in environmental economics, environmental science, and law. A commitment to interdisciplinary teaching is thus essential.

Faculty at Bard CEP are expected to be actively engaged in research and other professional activities appropriate to a graduate program in environmental policy. CEP trains leaders in environmental policy, with a commitment to exploring and advancing sustainable practices in resource management, agriculture, economic policy, and business. The position requires completion of the Ph.D. by time of hire. International policy expertise preferred. For more information about Bard CEP and the M.S. in Environmental Policy, visit www.bard.edu/cep.

To apply, send a cover letter, CV, writing sample (no more than 25 pages), and names and contact information for three references by e-mail only to [e-mail]. Applications will be reviewed as received. Bard College is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity.

[updateplease]

Just checked with the search chair -- they're still waiting for official approval of the tt position.

[alwaysguest]

Thanks for the update

[question]

Is there a deadline for this position? It was just recently posted in the ASA job bank, but there isn't a submission deadline. Any insider info on when the committee will start reviewing applications? Thanks!

[poster]

Here is full text of the ad. It was delayed in the approval process, but is absolutely approved and going forward:
Bard College

Environmental and Urban Studies Program - Assistant Professor, Tenure Track

The Environmental and Urban Studies Program at Bard College is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position in urban sociology, environmental politics, or geography at the Assistant Professor level. The successful candidate will be a broadly trained social scientist with an interest in interdisciplinary teaching and research. We particularly encourage applications from candidates whose teaching bridges environmental and urban studies and who has expertise in one or more of the following areas: urban and/or environmental sociology (e.g., urban/rural sociology, public sociology, applied community-based research, neighborhoods, urbanization, globalization and security, global cities); environmental justice; American environmental politics; international or comparative environmental politics; or cultural geography. Familiarity with methodologies such as ethnographic fieldwork, quantitative research, or GIS, etc., is desirable.

Candidates should have a PhD and a strong commitment to undergraduate education. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory and intermediate courses in environmental problems and policy as well as courses and seminars in the candidate’s research area. An active research program, including supervision of undergraduate research, will be expected. Familiarity with liberal arts colleges, teaching experience, and postdoctoral experience are desirable. Bard College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the Hudson Valley, 90miles from New York City. For more information on Bard, visit www.bard.edu and for the Environmental & Urban Studies Program, please visit eus.bard.edu/.

T o apply, please send a cover letter, CV, writing sample, and three recommendations by email only to [e-mail]. Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity.

[cover letter]

Is this a school where a cover letter should lead with teaching or with research? Thanks!

[Tips]

Lead with research.