FAQs
What is the application deadline for the Assistant Professor position in Natural Resource Economics?
The application deadline is November 15, 2024, at 11:59 PM.
What qualifications are required for applicants?
Applicants must have a Ph.D. (or be nearing completion) in Economics or a related discipline, with demonstrated skills in environmental and natural resource economics.
Is there a specific area of specialization required for this position?
The precise area of specialization is open, and applicants can focus on various topics related to natural resources, such as forests, agriculture, conservation and biodiversity, coastal ecosystems, or other renewable resources.
What is the expected salary range for this position?
The expected salary range is $125,000 to $135,000 annually, plus benefits.
Are there any requirements regarding diversity or representation in the applicant pool?
Yes, the search is restricted to qualified Black scholars as part of UBC's Black Faculty Cohort Hiring Initiative. Applicants must self-identify as Black to be considered eligible.
What materials are required for the application?
Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, a research plan, a teaching philosophy statement, a representative writing sample, and a statement on equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization.
Will letters of reference be required at the initial application stage?
No, letters of reference will be requested from long-listed candidates later in the process.
Is there any support for career interruptions that may affect research productivity?
Yes, applicants are encouraged to note any career interruptions in their applications so that these factors can be considered during the assessment of their research productivity.
What type of experience is expected regarding research and teaching?
Candidates are expected to demonstrate a rigorous understanding of theoretical or empirical methods, the potential to publish in reputable journals, an ability to teach courses in natural resource economics, and the capacity to supervise graduate students to successful degree completion.
Can you provide information about the UBC campuses' location concerning Indigenous territories?
UBC's campuses are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Who should be contacted for questions about the application process?
Specific questions about the application process can be directed to the Chairs of the Selection Committee at lfs.recruitment@ubc.ca.