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Call for Submissions: Association for Applied and Clinical Sociology Annual Conference

The call to participate in the 2018 AACS Annual Conference is now open to all applied social scientists, as well as those looking to use their social science skills in applied and clinical areas.

Deadline for abstract submission: June 01, 2018.

We are looking for submissions of: individual papers, panels, posters, demonstration of applied and clinical work, professional development seminars, and workshops. AACS has a reputation as a student-friendly conference for both undergraduates and graduate students, featuring student problem solving, paper competitions, and mentoring opportunities.  The conference location is Hilton Norfolk The Main, located just off the downtown Norfolk waterfront.

For more information email: aacsprogram@gmail.com.

Call for Applications: Evolutionary Medicine Summer Institute

We invite students, postdocs, faculty, public health practitioners, physicians, and veterinarians to the first annual Evolutionary Medicine Summer Institute (EMSI) at Duke University from June 3 to June 9, 2018, organized by the Triangle Center for Evolutionary Medicine (TriCEM).

The goal of EMSI is to introduce core evolutionary concepts to a wide range of topics in human health and disease, including public health, and train physicians and medical scientists in evolutionary and ecological methods.  Evolution is largely absent from medical and public health training, yet is vital to tackling our most urgent health challenges, including emerging infectious diseases, the evolution of microbial resistance, increasing prevalence of autoimmune diseases, the obesity epidemic, threats to food safety, neurodegenerative disease, and cancer.

Who should apply?

The focus of the workshop is on computational approaches in evolutionary biology.  We welcome applications from graduate students, postdocs and faculty in medical school departments or schools of public health, physicians, and veterinarians.  We also encourage applications from advanced undergraduates interested in evolutionary medicine, and graduate students in organismal biology who wish to apply an evolutionary perspective to human or animal health.

Scholarship funds are available for applicants who are underrepresented in STEM, or who teach at minority-serving institutions.

Apply now!

Please direct questions to Melissa Manus (mbm40@duke.edu) or Charles Nunn (clnunn@duke.edu).

The Uptick in Income Segregation: Real Trend or Random Sampling Variation?

Andrew Foster, Department of Economics, Brown University

This week, CSDE has invited empirical microeconomist Andrew Foster to share his findings on the effects of sampling variation and bias on apparent trends in income segregation.

Recent studies have reported a reversal of an earlier trend in income segregation in metropolitan regions, from a decline in the 1990s to an increase in the 2000-2010 decade.  This finding reinforces concerns about the growing overall income inequality in the U.S. since the 1970s.  Yet the evidence may be systematically biased to show an upward trend because the effective sample for the American Community Survey (ACS) is much smaller than it was for Census 2000, to which it is being compared.  There is a possibility that the apparent changes in disparities across census tracts result partly from a higher level of sampling variation and bias due to the smaller sample.  This study uses 100% microdata from the 1940 census to simulate the impact of different sampling rates on estimates of several measures of segregation and to propose and test the effectiveness of approaches to correcting the bias.  It then applies those approaches to publicly available data for 2000 and 2007-2011.  The reduction in sample sizes associated with the ACS results in exaggeration of evidence for increasing income segregation for all measures tested here, especially for subgroups (African Americans are studied here as an example).  The methods of correction applied here will yield more conclusive and unbiased results when applied to the original sample data that is held internally by the Census Bureau.

Postdoctoral Positions: The Health Disparities Research Scholars Program & Center for Demography of Health and Aging

UW-Madison is offering two post-doctoral positions for 2018-2020.

Post-doctoral scholars have a rich array of resources at UW-Madison, including the several hundred top scholars associated with our NIH-funded population and aging centers, the Center for Demography and Ecology and the Center for Demography of Health and Aging, as well as the Institute for Research on Poverty, the Population Health Institute, the Global Health Institute, and our spatial data center, the Applied Population Lab. The campus community boasts great biking, beautiful lakes, and of course, great beer. Come join us!

The Health Disparities Research Scholars

An interdisciplinary community of 5 post-doctoral scholars studying health disparities in child, adolescent, maternal, and/or reproductive health. Recent or expecting PhDs in the social, behavioral, and health sciences are encouraged to apply.

Applications due February 2. 

Email Jenna Nobles jnobles@ssc.wisc.edu

Post-doctoral Position at the Center for Demography of Health and Aging

A position for scholars who study life course processes, aging, health care, aging policy, or biodemography – including those with interests in genetics, epigenetics, or microbiology. Recent/expecting PhDs in the social, behavioral, and health sciences are encouraged to apply. For more about exciting research happening at CDHA, see here.

Applications due February 15.

Email Jim Raymo jraymo@ssc.wisc.edu

Visiting Assistant Professor of International Political Economy

Appointment: One-year visiting assistant professor in International Political Economy for the 2018-19 academic year.

Responsibilities: Teach five or six course for the year, to include some combination of introductory and advanced courses in international political economy and a senior thesis seminar. Preference for a candidate who is prepared to teach a survey course in South Asia or Southeast Asia.

Qualifications: A doctoral degree (ABD considered) in international political economy (or a related social science disciple) and a commitment to liberal arts education are required. Preference will be given to candidates who specialize in areas of South Asia or Southeast Asia.

About Puget Sound: The University of Puget Sound is located in Tacoma, Washington, a vibrant, diverse mid-sized urban port city. Within, and near, Tacoma there is ready access to urban, rural, and natural areas as well as opportunities to participate in a wide variety of cultural activities.

About the International Political Economy Program: The IPE Program offers a multidisciplinary approach to the study of international and global issues using tools and methods of political science, economics, and sociology as informed by an understanding of history and tempered by appreciation of cultural differences.

Application Deadline: Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit application materials no later than March 1, 2018 to ensure full consideration.

Required Documents: Applications submitted without the documents listed below will not be considered:

  • Curriculum vitae
  • Letter of interest
  • Teaching statement
  • Diversity Statement (see details below)
  • Copies of graduate transcripts (“unofficial” copies are acceptable)
  • Three (3) Letters of Reference. You will be asked to specify the email addresses of reference providers at the time of application and the system will email these providers on the next business day.
  • Teaching Evaluations
  • Writing Sample

Note: In the online application system, please submit curriculum vitae when prompted to submit resume. Additional documents can be attached within the application.

How to Apply
For complete job description and application instructions, visit: www.pugetsound.edu/employment

Associate Professor of Social Work

The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses, conducting research, submitting grant proposals for external funding, student advising, student mentoring and recruitment, curriculum development, conducting scholarly activities and all other activities required for tenure. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, engaging in accreditation procedures, program assessment and service to the department, College and University as needed.

The JMSW program which has been in operation since 1997 and continuously accredited by the Council on Social Work Education since 2000 is jointly administered by the Department of Social Work and Sociology at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, and the Department of Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. This is one of the few joint MSW programs in the country and the only joint program between a historically black college or university and a former women’s college. The hallmarks of our program are diversity and preparing students for multicultural clinical practice.

Minimum Requirements   

Candidates must have (1) a master of social work degree (from an accredited program), (2) a PhD in social work or a PhD in a closely related discipline, (3) at least 3 years of experience teaching in an accredited master of social work program(s), and (4) an initial record of research, publication, grant awards and professional accomplishments in social work or related area.

Preferred

  • Evidence of research productivity in health sciences and extramural funding are preferred.
  • Two or more years of post-master social work degree practice experience.

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.

Assistant Professor of Social Work

The Department of Social Work at Lewis University is accepting applications for an Assistant Professor of Social Work. This is a full-time, tenure track role, beginning in the 2018-2019 academic year. As a department, we are looking for colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion, social justice, and community engagement. We seek individuals who are committed to enhancing our growth in those areas.

Primary Responsibilities

Teach four classes per semester primarily in the undergraduate program. Assist in the development of the Social Work program accreditation reports. Engage in scholarship, academic advising, and services to the university and community.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctoral degree in Social Work. Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited school of social work. At least two years of full-time post-MSW employment in social work. Previous university/college teaching experience in social work at an accredited institution at the undergraduate and/or graduate level; experience at both levels is highly desirable. Clinical licensure in social work is required. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, social justice, and community engagement. Potential for scholarly productivity or professional impact in a clearly defined area of professional practice. Applicants should also have an ability to use technology effectively in teaching and learning, the ability work collaboratively, evidence of scholarly activity.

Preferred Qualifications

Clinical work serving children and adolescents is preferred. Micro and/or macro practice experience is preferred.

How to Apply

For a full description and to be considered for this position, visit the link below.

Program Director – Center for Advanced Studies in the Behavioral Sciences

The Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences (CASBS) at Stanford University stimulates cutting edge social science on important societal problems. A national and international resource founded in 1954, CASBS convenes collaborative teams of researchers and practitioners that cut across the disciplinary boundaries of the social and behavioral sciences (anthropology, economics, history, political science, psychology, and sociology) but also the humanities, education, linguistics, communications, and the biological, natural, health, and computer sciences. The Center has a distinguished history of fellowship support for individual scholars and research projects through its renowned single-year residency program and its convening of multi-year collaborative projects with dynamic teams that are both interdisciplinary and inter-sectoral. It attracts world-class academics, industry leaders, and policy makers and analysts from the public, nonprofit, and private sectors. CASBS is seeking a Program Director. As a member of the senior management team, the Program Director works closely with and reports to the Center Director.

This position is a two-year fixed term.

JOB PURPOSE
Work under the general direction of faculty and Center Director to develop, implement, and administer the vision, strategy, and goals of the assigned academic entity/program(s). Participate in entity/program strategy development, long-range planning, and partnership development.

CORE DUTIES*

  • Develop, implement, administer, and evaluate programs, including outreach to varied stakeholders by: conducting research activities within the program; analyzing data, creating reports, reviewing trends, and making program improvement recommendations. May develop or contribute to outreach strategy related to program communications, development, partnerships, and fundraising/funding. Participate in program strategy development, long-range planning and partnership development.
  • May teach and/or assist in the teaching and administration of courses. Create and/or advise in the development of curriculum. May advise students and/or coach/mentor clients. Organize educational and intellectual events and workshops for diverse audiences.
  • Write and/or edit complex content for proposals, research grants, peer-reviewed publications, and other program activities. Assist with grant writing and proposal development, including identifying and applying for event and program funding in consultation with development and other staff.
  • Contribute to and inform on strategic program/entity planning and related funding and financial sustainability. Identify opportunities and implement and administer scholarly programs and initiatives.
  • Coach and mentor program staff.

* – Other duties may also be assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree and three or more years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Advanced degree may be required for some programs. For jobs with financial responsibilities, experience managing a budget and developing financial plans.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources.
  • Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.
  • Ability to oversee and direct staff.
  • Basic knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans.

Preferred Education & Experience

  • Advanced degree in behavioral and social sciences.
  • A proven track record of grant-writing.
  • A self-starter, with the ability to work independently and as a member and leader of a team.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work and communicate effectively with a variety of academics, industry leaders, policy makers and analysts in connecting across behavioral and social science disciplines, and developing project ideas.
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: stanfordcareers.stanford.edu

Postdoctoral Research Appointee – IUPUI Arts & Humanities Institute

Position Summary
The IUPUI Arts & Humanities Institute (IAHI) seeks a Postdoctoral Research Appointee who will be in residence at the IAHI from July 15, 2018 through June 14, 2020 (2 Year, Full-Time Appointment). This position is open to early career scholars studying the arts, social sciences, and humanities from a broad range of fields (e.g. urban anthropology, visual anthropology, cultural anthropology, human geography, public history, digital humanities), but whose research fundamentally integrates interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary methodologies and perspectives.
The IAHI Postdoctoral Research Program aims to create a legacy of scholars with rich experience in collaborative, interdisciplinary, and publicly engaged research across the arts, humanities, and social sciences. This program is designed to nurture the academic careers of early career scholars by providing opportunities to pursue innovative research while gaining mentoring from IAHI affiliates and faculty.

The Postdoctoral Research Appointee will be under the supervision of the IAHI Director and will be a key member of the IAHI research team. The Postdoctoral Research Appointee will:
• participate as a researcher in IAHI research projects under the supervision of the IAHI Director. These projects include the Rivers of the Anthropocene (rivers.iupui.edu) and the Cultural Ecologies Project (culturalecologies.org). Rivers of the Anthropocene project and its international research network of over 60 scholars has been active publishing, curating exhibitions, holding scholarly workshops, and developing community-based educational programming since its creation in 2012. The Cultural Ecologies Project—a multifaceted effort that includes, research, evaluation, public seminars, and a PhD program—asks the seemingly simple question, “How do cultural interventions transform cities?” This project works with community stakeholders to examine the impact of the arts and humanities across multiple scales—from the personal to the neighborhood to the city level.
• work alongside the IAHI Director to frame and engage the IAHI within national and international conversations relating to interdisciplinary scholarship in the arts and humanities through attendance at conferences and workshops.
• support the IAHI Director and research group in the design and development of research instruments, grants, peer-reviewed publications, and public programming. This includes working with the IAHI Director to identify, develop, and apply for major grants focused on developing the IAHI’s research projects and programs.
• engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities as required by the IAHI Director.
• play an active role in the day-to-day activities of the Institute as required by the IAHI Director.

The Postdoctoral Research Appointee is expected to maintain their research profile and pursue an independent research project that they will move forward across the two years of the appointment. The approximate division between IAHI-related work and independent research will be 70/30.

Candidate Requirements
This position is ideal for early career scholars with a PhD in anthropology (all subfields welcome), history, public history, human geography, environmental studies, or field related to this research topic.
The ideal candidate will be:
• motivated to work in a highly collaborative research environment
• committed to innovative, interdisciplinary scholarship
• enthusiastic about engaging with diverse, community audiences

Further Information
Please address any questions relating to the position or application process to Dr. Jason Kelly at jaskelly@iupui.edu.

Application Process
We invite applications from qualified candidates at the beginning of their academic careers who do not yet hold tenure-track academic positions. Candidates are expected to have their PhD no later than June 2018. This position is open to U.S. and international applicants.
Applicants should submit by February 28, 2018:
• Cover letter (2 pages)
• CV
• Research statement (2 pages)
• Sample of writing (dissertation chapter, published article, links to online projects, etc.)
• Names and contacts for 3 references

Assistant/Associate Professor of Economics

Position Summary
The Culverhouse College of Commerce at the University of Alabama is seeking candidates for tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor positions in Economics in the Department of Economics, Finance and Legal Studies. Primary duties include teaching economics at the graduate and undergraduate levels, engaging in a research program that results in articles in outstanding scholarly publications, and performing service as assigned by the Department, College, and University. The position will start August 16, 2018.Required Qualifications
A PhD in economics prior to August 2018.

Preferred Qualifications
The department will give preference to candidates with research and teaching experience in one of the two following areas. 1. Macroeconomics 2. Applied Microeconomics including the fields of Environmental, Experimental, Public, and Urban. Candidates that have received external funding to support their research are strongly preferred.

Applications
Review of applicants will begin immediately. Applications can be submitted through March 1, 2018. Candidates must apply online at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu. Candidates must attach a cover letter, curriculum vita (with names of three references), and at least one current unpublished research paper. All these materials must be included at time of application in order for the application to be accepted and considered complete. The candidate selected for this position will be required to submit a disclosure and consent form authorizing a background investigation. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and achievements.

Additional Position Information 
The economics program offers degrees at the undergraduate, Masters, and PhD levels. Our Masters programs include a full-time MBA, a STEM-pathway to the MBA, a weekend executive MBA program, and a one-year MA in Economics and MS in Finance. The department offers an excellent research environment including generous research and travel support, an active seminar series, and PhD graduate research assistants. The Culverhouse College of Commerce was established in 1919 and is accredited AACSB International. The College has state-of-the art facilities to support research and teaching, including multimedia classrooms and the Bruno Business Library. The College is also home to a world-class Business Analytics Lab, Statistics Consulting and Research Lab, and a newly-initiated experimental laboratory to support faculty research activities. Additional information is available at the College website: http://www.culverhouse.ua.edu.