Position Information
| Job Title | Postdoctoral Fellow in Water, Poverty, and Sustainability |
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| Job Description | The Pulte Institute for Global Development, an integral part of the Keough School of Global Affairs at the University of Notre Dame, combines the existing world-class teaching and research faculty of Notre Dame with a dedicated staff of experienced international development professionals, administrators, and researchers in order to address global poverty and inequality through policy, practice, and partnership.The Pulte Institute is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Fellow to contribute to new research on water, poverty, and sustainability in the Global South. This is a full-time position available with an initial appointment of one-year, with a possible extension for up to three years on the basis of satisfactory performance and availability of funding. The position will be supervised by Professor Ellis Adjei Adams. Review of applications will start on January 15, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Expected start date during the spring semester of 2024.The fellow will work as part of an interdisciplinary team of faculty, staff, other postdoctoral fellows, and students in the Pulte Institute for Global Development in the Keough School for Global Affairs. The team works on a new research project supported by the Notre Dame Poverty Initiative. This position is part of a planned cohort of at least three postdoctoral fellows working on environment-poverty-related issues.The Postdoctoral Fellow will contribute to multiple ongoing research initiatives to identify promising interventions at the interface of water, poverty reduction, and sustainability. The projects they will contribute to include Water, Mining, and Human Rights; Resource (food, energy, water) Insecurity and Urban Poverty; Resources, Poverty, and Conflicts; and Water, Sanitation, Hygiene (WASH), Poverty, and Health. The fellowship will involve collection and analyses of qualitative and survey data from multiple countries in sub-Saharan Africa. The successful candidate is also expected to advance their own research agenda within the broad thematic areas of water, poverty, and sustainability and contribute to collaborative work within the Pamoja ND-Africa Initiative space at Notre Dame.Responsibilities will include:Research and data analysesConduct field research at selected sites in sub-Saharan AfricaConduct case study and secondary research on the projects specified aboveAnalyze collected qualitative and survey data from the projects specified aboveDisseminate findings via peer reviewed manuscripts and conference presentations in collaboration with supervisor/research teamsFieldwork/Project CoordinationCoordinate data collection in selected field sites across AfricaTrain and supervise field assistants in data collection protocols as neededAdministrative DutiesFacilitate and manage research meetings among collaborators and team membersDraft new funding proposals to support ongoing and future research endeavorsSupport communications for the Pamoja ND-Africa NetworkPerform any other research-related duties as required for the successful execution of projects.Interested applicants should submit the following to María Chacón at mchacon2@nd.edu:Resume / Curriculum VitaeLetter of application (2 pages max) describing research interests and fitA recent publication or dissertation chapter.Names and contact information of 2-3 references |
| Minimum Qualifications | PhD in Human Geography, Anthropology, Political Science, Sociology, Public Policy, Environmental Social Science, Natural Resources Management/Governance, Urban Planning, or a related field by the start dateStrong background in mixed methods researchStrong background in both qualitative (Atlas ti, Nvivo, MaxQDA etc) and statistical analysis (Stata, R, etc) packagesStrong background in conducting reviews and meta analysesField research experience in the Global South, preferably in AfricaStrong evidence of research expertise and academic writingInterests in and experience with interdisciplinary environmental research |
| Preferred Qualifications | Ability to engage with environment, poverty, and sustainability research from multiple disciplinesFamiliarity with Q-MethodologyFamiliarity with GIS and spatial analysis skillsStrong interpersonal and intercultural skillsAbility to adapt quickly to new cultural settings.Excellent project/data management and organizational skillsAbility to work independently and in multidisciplinary research teams |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Interested applicants should submit the following to María Chacón at mchacon2@nd.edu:Resume / Curriculum VitaeLetter of application (2 pages max) describing research interests and fitA recent publication or dissertation chapter.Names and contact information of 2-3 references |
| Department | Pulte Institute for Global Development (43322) |
| Department Website | pulte.nd.edu |
| Family / Sub-Family | Research / Research – Social/Behavioral |
| Career Stream/Level | Other |
| Department Hiring Pay Range | |
| Pay ID | Semi-Monthly |
| FLSA Status | P1 – Postdoc |
| Job Category | Other |
| Job Type | Full-time |
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Posting Detail Information
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and others that will enhance our community. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).
Posting Detail Information
| Job Posting Date (Campus) | 12/19/2023 |
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| Job Posting Date (Public) | 12/19/2023 |
| Job Closing Date | 01/31/2024 |
| Posting Type | Open To All Applicants |
| Posting Number | S24523 |
| Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/33067 |
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