Professor of Climate Equity and Environmental Justice, ...

Professor of Climate Equity and Environmental Justice, University of California, BerkeleyOrganization/Grantor: University of California, BerkeleyPosition/Title/Fund: Professor of Climate Equity and Environmental JusticeType/Term: Full-timeSalary: $80,800–$256,100 annuallyHuman-induced climate change is transforming our physical and social world, and we are witnessing a climate gap in which the impacts of these changes disproportionately affect vulnerable and marginalized groups due to historically entrenched inequities and recent shifts in the global economy. In addition, climate change has increased migration from disappearing or unlivable land due to sea level rise, wildfire, drought, etc. These local, national, and global developments have made urgent the study of the socioeconomic, political and health effects of climate change in rural, urban, and refugee communities, and associated impacts on democracy and inequality around the world.This search will expand an engaged multidisciplinary research community of UC Berkeley faculty working in the area of Climate Equity and Environmental Justice to conduct research in areas affected by climate change such as food security and sovereignty, natural resource access, biodiversity loss, energy production and use, water access, water and air quality, land use and scarcity, and human health. Understanding, and proposing solutions to these challenges, is also informed by policy- and community-engaged, equity-focused research at local, national or global scales about mitigation and adaptation strategies in the realms of governance, planning/regulation, engineering, design, infrastructure, and housing development, among other areas.Responsibilities:Expand an engaged multidisciplinary research community of UC Berkeley faculty working on Climate Equity and Environmental Justice.Conduct research in areas affected by climate change such as food security and sovereignty, natural resource access, biodiversity loss, energy production and use, water access, water and air quality, land use and scarcity, and human health.Engage in policy- and community-focused research at local, national or global scales addressing mitigation and adaptation in governance, planning/regulation, engineering, design, infrastructure, and housing development, among other areas.Qualifications:Applicants must have a Ph.D., J.D. (or equivalent international degree), or be enrolled in a Ph.D., J.D., or equivalent international degree‑granting program at the time of application (required at time of application).Preferred:Develop a nationally or internationally recognized research program in climate equity and environmental justice.Leaders from diverse fields including but not limited to social, physical, natural, biological and environmental health sciences, civil and environmental engineering, city and regional planning, and landscape architecture.Demonstrate strong research productivity given career stage, potential to secure extramural funding, and commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduates, graduate students, and post-docs.Support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy; embrace open and equitable access to learning and development.How to Apply:Apply online and review the application requirements for either position title:Assistant Professor of Climate Equity and Environmental JusticeAssociate/Full Professor of Climate Equity and Environmental JusticeUC Berkeley is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual career couples and single parents. We are also interested in candidates who have had non-traditional career paths or who have taken time off for family reasons. For information about potential relocation to Berkeley, or career needs of accompanying partners and spouses, please visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17