Faculty Assoc in Interdisciplinary Science

Universities of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

9d•$80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Wisconsin-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is an engine of scientific discovery, with researchers working across the spectrum of agricultural and life sciences. Academically, the college offers research-based, hands-on teaching of undergraduates; world-class graduate programs rich in research and project assistantships; and short courses, workshops and other programs. Our outreach activities bring the work of the college to Wisconsin businesses, organizations and communities throughout the state. Learn more about CALS. The Department of Community and Environmental Sociology (CES) focuses on a wide array of issues from environmental degradation and globalization to sustainability and local food systems. The faculty is made up of an interdisciplinary group trained in fields ranging from sociology to science and technology studies and environmental studies. CES is an engaged group whose work, while theoretically informed, is often directed at intervening in and affecting real-life situations. This position will take the lead on the social sustainability of farm labor research of the Soil Health and Agroecological Living Lab (SHALL), as well as providing additional capacity in the qualitative and mixed methods research of SHALL and its SHARE (Soil Health Alliance for Research and Engagement) partners.

Requirements

At least 2 years of post-PhD professional or research experience
At least 4 years of professional experience in the social dimensions of agroecology, focusing on farm management and farm labor management in organic and other forms of sustainable agriculture
Demonstrated expertise in qualitative social science research methods, but with the ability to apply both qualitative and quantitative methodologies in mixed methods projects
Experience with successful grant writing
Experience working with budget development
Experience with successful project implementation, including data management
Experience working with Spanish-speaking rural populations
PhD in Environmental Studies, Sociology, or closely related discipline, with an emphasis on agroecology and social sustainability

Nice To Haves

Experience cultivating relationships and partnerships within and across the farm labor landscape
Experience effectively organizing workshops and events
Demonstrated interest, through research and/or publication, in social issues of agroecological living
Experience in public communication of environmental social science
International experience in agroecology, especially Latin America

Responsibilities

Collects and analyzes highly complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures
Serves as an institutional subject matter expert and liaison with key internal and external stakeholders providing expert level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
Identifies research problems and develops highly complex research methodologies and procedures.
Publishes and presents results to help advance research
May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit and staff and resolve routine personnel issues
Identifies, writes, or assists in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, and proposals to secure research funding
Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials and, disseminates information to appropriate entities
Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures