We are desiring to recruit a capable Faculty Specialist to join our experienced team at University of Maryland in College Park, MD.
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Position Number:
128652
Title:
Faculty Specialist
Functional Title:
Faculty Specialist
Category Status:
15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing Con
Applicant Search Category:
Faculty
University Authorized FTE:
100
Unit:
PLCY-Center for Global Sustainability
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation's legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation's capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Faculty Specialist will work with CGS and our collaborators to develop and apply robust and innovative research approaches to better understand pathways to reach challenging and ambitious climate and sustainability goals at international, national, and/or subnational levels. Such research approaches may include integrated quantitative analysis and modeling, empirical methods, qualitative and mixed methods, or other approaches to understanding energy systems, land use, non-CO2 climate forcers, and other topics at the center of climate policy and sustainability debates.
Primary duties and tasks of this position may include: Conduct background research and analysis of climate, energy, environment, and sustainable development policies. Conduct background research on energy technology trends. Collect and synthesize data for use in quantitative, integrated modeling. Process, analyze, and visualize data. Modify and run an integrated assessment model ( GCAM ) to produce different policy and technology scenarios. Process and downscale model outputs to needed resolution. Contribute to developing reports and research papers. Support policy engagements with key local, national, and international stakeholders. Use a variety of qualitative and quantitative methods to address key research questions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
A Master's degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited college or university.
Preferences:
Excellent English language proficiency. Degree in Public Policy, Engineering, Economics, or related field, with knowledge in climate, energy and sustainability issues. Background in quantitative analysis, data collection and management. Excellent writing skills. Coding skills in R and/or Python. Dedication and strong ability to learn quickly. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Posting Date:
08/31/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes Best Consideration Date 09/21/2023 Physical Demands Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Benefits of working as a Faculty Specialist in College Park, MD:
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