The College of Humanities and the College of Social and Behavioral Science at the 
University of Utah seek an Assistant Professor in sustainability studies, with the 
successful candidate to be appointed to the department within these two colleges 
most relevant to his or her research and teaching specialization. The successful 
applicant will be expected to pursue an active research and publication agenda, and 
to teach required courses both in the Environmental Humanities Graduate Program 
and the undergraduate Environmental and Sustainability Studies Program. We are 
especially interested in applicants whose research and teaching methods utilize an 
interdisciplinary approach to ecology and sustainability issues.  Ph.D. required by 
start date. Standard teaching load is two courses per semester. Salary is competitive. 
Start date: Fall 2012 semester. Submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, and 
three letters of recommendation at http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/9455. 
The University of Utah, a Research-1 public institution with approximately 21,000 
undergraduates and 9,000 graduate students is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative 
Action employer and educator. Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are 
strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans preference. Reasonable accommodations 
provided.  For additional information see: http://www.regulations.utah.edu/humanResources/5-
106.html. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in 
settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a demonstrated 
commitment to improving access to higher education for historically 
underrepresented students.