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Postdoctoral Scholar - Politics of Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
Position overview
Position title: Postdoctoral ScholarApplication Window
Open date: March 5, 2025
Next review date: Monday, Mar 24, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Aug 1, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The 2035 Initiative at UCSB is a "think and do tank" aimed at confronting the climate crisis. We are seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar in the politics of Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation to support research on public responses to climate impacts and policies across the world. This postdoctoral position will focus on energy and climate public opinion research. The postdoctoral scholar will collaborate with UCSB faculty and their national and global partners on a range of ongoing survey research projects related to both climate change mitigation and adaptation. The scholar will also pursue independent research on climate and energy policy. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.
Program: https://www.2035initiative.com/
Qualifications
Must have PhD in Political Science, Economics or a related Social Science OR be enrolled in a PhD program at the time of application
Must have PhD in Political Science, Economics or a related Social Science by the start date of appointment.
- Excellent analysis and writing skills
- Experience with quantitative social science research methods
- Familiarity with climate and/or energy policy and politics
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter (Optional)
Statement of Research (Optional)
List of Publications (Optional)
Writing Sample (Optional)
- 2-3 letters of reference required
Applicants should provide the names and contact information for 2-3 references and must request letters of reference within the system in order to complete application requirements. We will be reviewing the reference letters submitted for all applicants.
Help contact: madeleineforrest@ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
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