Job ID: 15647

The Department of Sociology at the University of California, Davis, invites applicants for a tenure- track position for scholars who engage in theoretically-driven, empirical research on issues of importance to Latinx communities, particularly but not exclusively within the United States. We especially encourage applications from individuals whose research and teaching align with the department’s existing areas of strength, including race, ethnicity, and immigration; gender and sexuality; work and organizations; politics, governance, and public policy; health and social welfare; crime, law, and deviance; and comparative-historical sociology. This recruitment is conducted at the rank of Assistant Professor (salary commensurate with experience).

We expect the scholar to be active in the discipline of sociology and to contribute to the campus efforts to diversify the university community, consonant with the citizenry of the state of California. We especially welcome applicants whose research, teaching, and community outreach demonstrably attest to their commitment to inclusion of under-represented and/or non-majority individuals into their respective area of specialization. These contributions should be described in a diversity statement to be included as part of the candidate’s application.

We seek a scholar with a strong commitment to research and teaching. Teaching duties include four (quarter-system) courses per academic year at the introductory, advanced undergraduate, and graduate levels. Supervision of graduate students, student advising, curricular development, and performance of University service are also expected.

The successful candidate must have a completed Ph.D. by the first day of courses (September 28, 2020). The following materials are required: cover letter addressing research and teaching; curriculum vitae; diversity statement; three writing samples; and contact information for three references.

The University of California, Davis, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity among its faculty and staff.

For full consideration applications should be completed by September 15, 2019. The position will remain open until filled.

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) is strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

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April 18-20, 2020

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At CUGH2020 over 1,900 faculty, students, implementers, government representatives and leaders from more than 55 countries will explore how we can address the pressing global challenges before us through research, education, service, and advocacy. Attendees from academia, NGOs, government and the private sector will collaborate, learn, and share cutting edge solutions to improve the health of people and the planet in an increasingly unstable, global political environment. Individuals from biomedical AND non-biomedical fields are encouraged to attend this inspiring, dynamic, impactful conference in the US capitol.

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Position Description: Maul Foster & Alongi (MFA)/FLO Analytics (FLO) is seeking a full-time Demographer to work at any one of our offices, with a preference for Portland, Oregon. As Demographer, you will serve as a key member of the FLO team, working on FLO and MFA projects. You will be charged with demographic analysis to support our clients’ objectives, project management, marketing, and business development. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, exceptional organization skills, and experience working in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment. Additionally, you must be able to think outside the box, take initiative in a variety of situations, and effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

FLO specializes in data analytics, spatial planning, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) services, serving school districts, governments, utilities, non-profit groups, and various businesses and industries in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. FLO supports and is a key innovator within MFA, a locally owned Pacific Northwest consulting firm focusing on environmental science, civil engineering, planning, and GIS. Since 1996, MFA has grown to more than 100 employees, with offices in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.

Pew Research Center is seeking a Research Assistant to join the global demography of religion team, which is part of the Religion research project.  The demography of religion team analyzes data on the religious identity and characteristics of populations.  The team produces reports describing the religious composition of countries as well as other topics at the intersection of religion and social trends (e.g. religion and educational attainment, gender differences in religious commitment levels).

The Research Assistant supports all aspects of the demography of religion team’s research agenda. This position works closely with other researchers on staff and will report to the Associate Director of Religion research.

The Research Associate will be involved in all aspects of the analysis of global trends related to religion.  The Research Associate assists in the design and analysis of research and helps to write and review reports.  He or she would be responsible for helping to manage projects and field requests for information from the press, government officials, and other target audiences.  This position requires substantial knowledge and skill in the social scientific study of religion, global research, statistics, demography, and data analysis.

Candidates with more extensive experience or exceptionally strong qualifications may be considered for appointment at the Senior Researcher level.  This position will report to the Associate Director of Religion research.

The mission of the Human Development Report Office (HDRO) is to advance human development globally. The goal is to contribute towards the expansion of human choices for freedom. The Office works towards this goal by promoting new and innovative ideas, advocating practical policy changes, and constructively challenging policies and approaches that constrain human development. It works with others to achieve change through writing and research, data analysis and presentation, support to national and regional analysis and outreach and advocacy work.

Its mandate is to produce an annual global Human Development Report (HDR), an independent analytical and policy-oriented flagship publication anchored in the human development paradigm, which is presented to and globally launched with the UNDP Administrator.

The HDR is UNDP’s most visible global report. It receives wide acclaim and respect and must adhere to the highest professional rigor and standards. The quality of its statistical content links directly to the HDR’s credibility and impact. Through its work, the Chief of Statistics position will have a direct impact on the quality and timely production of the HDR that influences the international policy debates, decision-making and monitoring, as well as the innovative development of human development data and measurements.

As a senior member of HDRO, the Chief of Statistics has overall responsibility for the production and quality of the statistical content of the report. S/he will lead and manage a small team of statisticians. Working under the guidance of the Director, HDRO, and in close collaboration with other Units and members of the Office, the Chief of Statistics manages the production of leading human development indices and standard indicator tables, develop effective statistical outreach strategies and activities with leading statistical organizations, represent UNDP and HDRO in international statistical community, build partnerships with key data agencies and experts, and ensure good relations with members states on statistical issues.

While ensuring the statistical standards and rigor of the global HDR, the Chief of Statistics will also support efforts to improve statistical quality and credibility of national/regional HDRs.

Note:

• Education: The incumbent should have Advanced university degree (preferably Ph.D.) in statistics, economics, demography or quantitative social sciences with a strong training in applied quantitative analysis.

• Language: Proven excellence in written and oral communication skills in English; proficiency in French or another UN language highly desirable.

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable full-time Postdoctoral Fellow for the above project at the Centre for Family and Population Research, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore. The candidate should have expertise in the family and population issues in East Asia or Southeast Asia regions. The position will be tenable for a period of 2 years at the first instance, with the possibility of renewal.

The Centre for Family and Population Research is dedicated to scientific advancement of research and training in the study of trends, determinants, and consequences of family and population changes. This project is led by Professor Wei-Jun Jean Yeung to investigate the trends and patterns of family change in East Asia or Southeast Asia. Candidate will collaborate with the PI to publish relevant research in international journals.

The candidate should possess the following qualifications:

• A PhD degree in Social Science discipline from a recognized university;
• Research expertise in topics related to trends and changes in family, population and labour markets in East Asia or Southeast Asia;
• Advanced quantitative research skills;
• Publication record in areas related to the above specified research areas;
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills;
• Strong organizational skill and interpersonal skill.

Invitation to apply:
Interested applicants are invited to send the following list of documents to the Centre for Family and Population Research via email: cfpr@nus.edu.sg to Ms Sascha Ng, with the subject title “Southeast Asian Family Dynamic Study”. We regret that only successful candidates will be notified via email.

• Cover letter and Resume (outlining your interest, qualifications, expected salary and publications if any);
• Research statement (max of 3 pages);
• Personal particulars form;
• NUS Personal Data Consent for Job Applicants;
• Copies of degree scrolls and transcript of grades;
• 4 official letters of recommendation.

Contact Info: 
For more information, please visit the website of Centre for Family and Population Research, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore.

Contact Email: cfpr@nus.edu.sg

The Federal Institute for Population Research (BiB) in Wiesbaden, Germany, seeks a candidate for a full-time position in global population studies for a period of 4 years (salary group E14 TVöD; 100%) with the possibility of receiving tenure.

The appointment will be made in the research group “Demographic Change and World Population”. The successful candidate will perform empirical research, mostly comparative, on regional and global population developments and phenomena. Training and expertise in analysing survey data and strong quantitative analysis skills are essential, as is knowledge on general global population trends.
See the announcement on our website below for details (for legal reasons in German language only)

The starting date is negotiable, preferably fall 2019.

We are delighted to announce that The Health and Inequality Network (THINK) will be holding the next Benjamin Rabinowitz Symposium in Medical Ethics on Friday October 11, 2019, at the University of Washington in Seattle. The interdisciplinary symposium will explore the impact of structural and interpersonal racism and other oppressions on health and well-being. Keynote speakers are Chandra Ford (UCLA) and Dorothy E. Roberts (Univ of Pennsylvania). The symposium is generously sponsored by the Benjamin Rabinowitz Endowment in Medical Ethics, the Department of Philosophy, the Program on Ethics, and the School of Public Health. Save the date and please share widely!