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The Department of Environmental Sciences (ENVS) at Emory University in Atlanta, GA, is searching for an established colleague with a strong track record of teaching and research focused on the environmental and human dimensions of global environmental change. We seek an interdisciplinary scholar, who conducts climate research that integrates biophysical processes with social issues, with a focus on broader impacts.

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary department with 20 Faculty who work on a range of human-environmental challenges that bridge social and natural sciences. ENVS is expanding and will start a new interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Fall 2025. Emory is in the city of Atlanta, which provides unique synergistic connections to other institutions. We seek a passionate, institution-builder to fill a tenured faculty position to expand the research expertise covered in the department. We also seek an individual who fosters collaboration within and across departments and programs at Emory University and beyond.

The ideal candidate should have a strong track record of extramurally funded research and leadership in climate science and related fields. In addition to actively researching and publishing, the candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and provide service to the department, college, university, and beyond. All faculty responsibilities are documented here: https://college.emory.edu/faculty/documents/faculty/faculty-responsibilities.pdf .

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Emory University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Emory University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in use of facilities without such discrimination. The University also complies with all applicable federal and Georgia statutes and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination. All members of the student body, faculty, and staff are expected to assist in making this policy valid in fact. Any inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Office of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Bldg., Suite 305, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone 404/727-9867 (V) 404/712-2049 (TDD).