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SESYNC Facilitator - Team Science research position

by Matteson, Jessica

FYI Interdisciplinary Research Team Facilitator Deadline: May 31, 2014 Location: Annapolis, MD The National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center (SESYNC), located in Annapolis, Maryland, is a think-tank type research center funded by the National Science Foundation through the University of Maryland. SESYNC is devoted to promoting interdisciplinary synthesis research on the sustainability of coupled human-natural systems, and is seeking a candidate to provide support and leadership for facilitating research team interactions and progress. The successful candidate will: l facilitate and moderate face-to-face meetings of diverse participants; support participatory problem identification and the development of strategic approaches to research and solution finding; l develop methods to support and advance team science; and contribute to overall Center activities, including program management, proposal review, and Center planning. The ideal candidate will have a familiarity with society-environment issues, be able to form a working knowledge of group project content quickly, and have experience managing group dynamics and learning processes. These skills may or may not come in the form of formal group facilitation training. In addition, the candidate should have a research interest in developing and applying methods to support interdisciplinary science and the synthesis process. The job entails working with diverse, newly formed groups to build a common language and understanding amongst project participants to address a particular socio-environmental issue of interest. Project teams come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and may be a mix of academics from different disciplines, scientists from non-profit and non-governmental organizations, government agencies, members of public and private businesses, nd/or stakeholders in the socio-environmental issue of interest. Participants typically will not have worked together before and will likely bring different assumptions and tacit knowledge to meetings. Thus, the facilitator will help participants: 1. express their concept(s) of the project and its proposed trajectory; 2. identify patterns in these frameworks to develop a common language for and understanding of the project's challenges; and 3. develop and evaluate potential pathways for successful project execution. Background: SESYNC hosts scholars and stakeholders to work in research teams; short courses and workshops; and has an in-house research staff that includes graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, research scientists, and sabbatical fellows. Research funded by the Center involves creative integration of data, models, and theories from disparate disciplines. Face-to-face meetings are at the core of SESYNC's approach to synthesis in an effort to build a community of scholars with the skills and interest to pursue synthetic research focused on human-environment interactions. We seek a personable individual to lead group meetings and facilitate the emergence of shared understanding through targeted questions and guided dialogue. The facilitator will need to develop a working familiarity with the scientific context of each project, and guide the groups to co-identify barriers and co-produce solutions to advance the synthetic research process. In the short-term, successful project team meetings will establish a common language for working across disciplines, and craft a shared vision of project planning, organization, and execution. Long-term success will entail building shared understanding and forging new collaborative relationships amongst project participants, as well as developing new methods to support interdisciplinary team science and advance group progress towards synthetic research products. Requirements: l A PhD or MS with training or a minimum of two years' experience in leading or facilitating interdisciplinary research projects and/or science teams. l An interest in socio-environmental issues. l Excellent written and verbal communications skills, and strong organizational abilities. l A professional demeanor and ability to work with a variety of individuals from different disciplines in an office setting is a must. Salary: Commensurate with experience. How to Apply: For best consideration, applications should be submitted by May 31, 2014, at 5 p.m. Eastern Time. Applications must be submitted as a single PDF file including cover letter that describes your group facilitation experience, full CV, and the names and contact information for three references. This information must be submitted using the webform below. The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities and Women Are Encouraged to Apply Margaret A.Palmer Director, National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center 1 Park Place, Suite 300 Annapolis, MD 21401 410 919-4810 www.SESYNC.org<http://www.sesync.org/> Professor, University of Maryland www.PalmerLab.umd.edu<http://www.palmerlab.umd.edu/>

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post-doc positions in Israel by the Fulbright Foundation

by Matteson, Jessica

FYI Dear BSF Grantee and Applicant: Please find below the link of a call for candidates for post-doc positions in Israel for recent American PhDs, supported by the Fulbright Foundation. http://www.bsf.org.il/data/FormsToDownload/Fulbright%20US%20postdoc%20basic… Sincerely, Dr. Yair Rotstein Executive Director U.S. – Israel Binational Science Foundation 8 Hamarpeh St. P.O.B. 45086 Jerusalem, 91450 Israel Tel: 972-2-5828239 ext. 105 Cellular: 972-52-6020454 Fax: 972-2-5828306 www.bsf.org.il

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Research Methodologist at the Institute for Social Science Research, U Mass Amherst - May 1 deadline

by Gingo, Gretchen

Title: Research Methodologist Appointment: Academic Year (9-month), renewable term appointment Earliest appointment: September 1, 2014 Application: Review of applications begins May 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled The Position: The Institute for Social Science Research (ISSR) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking applicants for qualified candidates to serve as our Research Methodologist. The primary job responsibilities are developing and leading programs to support methodological skills and tools for social scientists. The Research Methodologist is expected to conduct innovative social science research, provide direct research and methodological advising to other researchers at UMass-Amherst, offer periodic instructional workshops on topics of broad interest to social science researchers, and manage and supervise a small team of graduate research consultants. The Research Methodologist will also work closely with the ISSR Director and staff to help design new initiatives to advance the service and research mission of the Institute. The successful candidate will pursue her or his own research interests, actively pursue externally funded research opportunities, and collaborate on interdisciplinary research with others in the UMass research community. Qualifications: Qualified applicants must have a doctoral degree in a social science discipline such as sociology, political science, economics, and psychology, or related fields like public policy or public health. The candidate must have a deep background in quantitative social science methods and analytical techniques; strong organizational, writing, and verbal communication skills; experience mentoring and instructing others in research methods; and a genuine interest in collaboration and in facilitating research projects by students and colleagues. This is a non-tenure track position. The initial appointment will be for one year with possibility for renewal contingent on performance and success in procuring external funding. Setting: ISSR is a new initiative at UMass, and the Research Methodologist will have the opportunity to help build the Institute and develop its programs. The mission of the Institute is to promote excellence in social science research. We approach that goal with a variety of programs that are designed to: 1) support the development of methodological skills and tools for social scientists, 2) advance the meaningful participation of social scientists in interdisciplinary collaboration, 3) assist in the development of proposals and administration of funded research projects, and 4) promote the visibility of cutting-edge social science research. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system and is part of the Five-College Consortium in the beautiful Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, with excellent social, cultural, and recreational amenities. We are two hours from Boston and three hours from New York City. To Apply: Applicants must apply online through Interview Exchange: http://umass.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=48004 Applications must include: 1) cover letter describing interest in this position and funded research plans 2) curriculum vitae 3) short writing sample, such as a published article or research grant proposal In addition, three letters of recommendation from scholars familiar with your research and mentoring capabilities must be submitted via email or U.S. mail to Karen Mason (mason(a)issr.umass.edu<mailto:mason@issr.umass.edu>), Attn: Research Methodologist Search, ISSR, W34A Machmer Hall, University of Massachusetts, 240 Hicks Way, Amherst, MA 01003-9278. For further information on ISSR, visit our website: www.umass.edu/issr<http://www.umass.edu/issr> Please direct questions to Henry Renski (renski(a)issr.umass.edu<mailto:renski@issr.umass.edu>). The University provides an intellectual environment committed to providing academic excellence and diversity, including mentoring programs for faculty. The College and Institute are committed to increasing the diversity of the faculty, student body and curriculum. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members

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