Position Announcement: PetSmart Distinguished Professor Position in Retailing and Consumer Sciences
The Retailing and Consumer Sciences (RCSC) Division of the John and Doris Norton School of Family and Consumer Sciences at The University of Arizona invites applications for Associate or Full Professor in the division’s new Consumers, Environment and Sustainability Initiative (CESI). This position is part of a new university-wide hiring initiative in environmental science and policy. The CESI facilitates innovative research, teaching and outreach activities focused on (1) consumer rituals, attitudes and behavior associated with the consumption of water, energy and food, and 2) consumers’ sense of social responsibility as it relates to the sustainability of these resources. With the appointment is the opportunity to be named the PetSmart Distinguished Professor (a 5-year appointment, renewable). Demonstrated ability to attract external research funding, and to interact effectively with corporate partners in developing research projects. For more information, visit: (http://cals.arizona.edu/fcs/rcsc). To apply, please follow the on-line application process at UA HR (http://www.hr.arizona.edu/jobs) for position number 44120 and submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and three references to: Professor Michael Staten, Chair, PetSmart Search Committee. Review of application materials will begin January 20th, 2010, and continue until the position is filled. The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA Employer - M/W/D/V.
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Position Announcement -- Assistant/Associate Extension Specialist in Early Childhood/Childhood Development
The Family Studies and Human Development (FSHD) Division in the Norton School of Family & Consumer Sciences is seeking applicants for an Assistant/Associate Extension Specialist with a second title of Assistant/Associate Professor. Applicants should have a strong background and scholarly record in the study of early childhood/childhood development (e.g., child care, families, fathers, normal/abnormal development, socio-emotional development, parenting, and culturally diverse communities). We hope to attract candidates with special strengths and a willingness to provide leadership, direction and support for up-to-date programming and research in the area of early childhood/childhood development. This candidate will provide an important link between the university and the citizens of this state. Cooperative Extension is a statewide nonformal education network bringing research-based information into communities to help people improve their lives. This is a 9-month continuing track position (70% extension/outreach and 30% research) with start-up package to support initial research needs and potential opportunities for additional summer appointment. Read More and Apply
