Assistant Professor in Coastal and Environmental Affairs

Description

The UW School of Marine and Environmental Affairs (SMEA) invites applications for a tenure-track position in Coastal and Environmental Affairs at the level of Assistant Professor. The initial appointment of an Assistant Professor is typically for a period of three years. Renewal for a second three-year term will be considered by the department and school/college/campus spring quarter of the second year. Candidates with expertise in the social sciences − or interdisciplinary scholarship with an emphasis on the social sciences − working at the intersection of coastal and environmental issues are encouraged to apply. We welcome applicants focused on all relevant topics, including but not limited to those with a focus on coastal hazards, climate adaptation and resilience in the coastal zone, marine renewable energy, and/or coastal restoration. This is a full-time (100% FTE), 9-month position with an anticipated September 16, 2025 start date.

The base salary range for this position will be $9,500 – $14,000 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing-wage determination. Other compensation associated with this position may include a moving allowance, a relocation incentive, and/or commitment of summer salary.

SMEA faculty engage in research, teaching, and service. The successful applicant is expected to establish a rigorous, externally funded research program in the area of their expertise. They will also be expected to engage in excellent teaching, advising, and mentorship at the undergraduate and graduate levels and develop courses to address SMEA’s strategic priorities. Finally, the successful applicant will be expected to support our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

SMEA is an interdisciplinary community of scholars addressing emergent environmental and social challenges affecting marine and coastal areas. We do this in ways that are responsive to equity and justice and by creating actionable knowledge, teaching, and engaging with diverse institutions and communities. SMEA offers a Master of Marine Affairs graduate degree. Our School is housed within the UW College of the Environment, one of the premier environmental and policy colleges in the United States and globally, and an unparalleled hub of environmental scholarship, innovation, and education.

Diversity strengthens and enriches our community of learning and we welcome people of all backgrounds and identities, including race, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, age, faith/religion, sexual orientation, familial status, ability, and socioeconomic background. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who share our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. The University of Washington serves a diverse population of over 60,000 students, faculty and staff, including nearly 30% first-generation college students and 22% Pell Grant students.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in a relevant field, including but not limited to anthropology, economics, environmental studies, geography, interdisciplinary studies, natural resource management, planning, political science, psychology, public policy, or sociology.

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit their application via Interfolio, and include the following information:

1. Cover letter describing interest and qualifications for the position (2 pages maximum)
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Research statement (2 pages maximum)
4. Teaching statement (2 pages maximum)
5. Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion statement (1 page maximum)
6. Between one and three writing samples (e.g., publications or a dissertation chapter)
7. Names and contact information for three professional references

Consideration of files will begin on November 15th and will continue until the position is filled. All applications received by December 2nd will be given priority. Questions pertaining to this search can be addressed to Prof. Sunny Jardine, Search Committee Chair (jardine@uw.edu).