RENEW INSTITUTE
FACULTY POSITIONS IN FRESHWATER

The Institute on Research and Education in Energy, Environment and Water (RENEW) at the University at Buffalo (UB) aims to advance Energy, Water and Environmental Sustainability as a foundation for a regenerative economy through interdisciplinary research cutting across UB’s academic organizations. The institute’s interdisciplinary focus — involving the faculties of the School of Architecture and Planning, College of Arts and Sciences, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Law School, School of Management, School of Public Health and Health Professions and the School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences — is designed to foster new collaborations and innovative ideas. The initiative taps the leadership and vision of deans and faculty at these seven schools and colleges. The institute engages over 100 faculty in these seven schools and aims to hire 19 additional faculty. Further details can be found in http://www.buffalo.edu/renew/Employment-Opportunities.html.

The Institute seeks to hire outstanding new faculty in five focus areas that crosscut Energy, Environment, & Water: (1) Next-Generation Materials and Technologies for Energy, Environment & Water Sustainability; (2) Sustainable Urban Environments; (3) Freshwater Coastal Ecosystems and Blue Economy; (4) Environmental Exposures, Genomes and Health; and (5) Climate Change & Socio-Economic Impacts. Successful candidates will be “T-shaped” researchers, defined as those who have not only the required “depth” to be able to obtain tenure in their home departments, but also “breadth” and a strong desire for engaging in interdisciplinary work, clearly advancing the mission of the institute. In addition, candidates should bring interesting innovative ideas that allow the focus areas to move in new directions. Applications are solicited for tenure track faculty positions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor levels. We are particularly looking for candidates who can operate effectively in a diverse community of students and faculty, and share our vision of helping all constituents reach their full potential.

Freshwater Coastal Ecosystems and the Blue Economy: In this focus area we seek outstanding candidates who can work on transformative solutions to problems in sustainable water quality and quantity. Candidates who can work in interdisciplinary settings that span freshwater science, engineering, economics, and management are particularly encouraged. Specific areas of interest include expertise in aquatic ecology, natural resource economics, and freshwater ecosystem modeling.

Applicants must have a creative vision for original research and will be expected to establish an externally funded and internationally recognized research program, mentor and supervise graduate students, and teach undergraduate and graduate classes. Possible faculty appointments will be in the appropriate departments comprising the seven schools and
colleges which are part of the RENEW institute.

Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. required by time of appointment; postdoctoral experience and/or national laboratory or industry experience desired. All candidates must have a proven record or strong drive toward team research, a strong record of research publication, the
ability to attract funding, along with a demonstrated commitment to effective teaching. Applicants should submit a CV, statement of teaching and research plans, and names of at least three references via the UBJobs system (https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/), posting number 1600447. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. For additional information, please email Director RENEW and Empire Innovation Professor Amit Goyal at renew@buffalo.edu.

The University at Buffalo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Recruiter.