International Environmental Law and Policy
Assistant Professor, Tenure Stream
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
JAMES MADISON COLLEGE
and the DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE
James Madison College (residential undergraduate liberal arts college
with an emphasis on public and international affairs) and the
Department of Fisheries and Wildlife in the College of Agriculture
and Natural Resources at Michigan State University, seek a colleague
in international environmental law with an emphasis on the governance
of renewable natural resources especially as it relates to fisheries,
wildlife and water resources. This tenure stream position is a joint
academic year appointment to the two units, at the Assistant Professor level.
The ideal candidate for this position would have a background in
biology and international environmental institutions and be prepared
to teach undergraduate and graduate classes in international
environmental law. We would expect the candidate's research
interests and graduate course offerings to focus on environmental
law, particularly as that relates to the sustainability and use of
fisheries, wildlife and / or water resources globally. This
colleague would also be expected to play a role in the undergraduate
specialization in Science, Technology, Environment and Public Policy
(http://www.fw.msu.edu/undergraduates/specializations/
STEPPS/index.htm) and be active in the Environmental Science and
Policy Program (http:// environment.msu.edu). This individual would
also actively interact with partner agencies such as the Michigan
Department of Natural Resources, US Fish and Wildlife Service and
Great Lakes Fishery Commission.
The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife offers both undergraduate
and graduate degree programs. The faculty's cutting-edge theoretical
and applied research focuses on natural resource and ecosystem
management (for details, see: http://www.fw.msu.edu). James Madison
College provides undergraduates a liberal education in public and
international affairs and is dedicated to the highest standards of
excellence in undergraduate teaching and engagement (for details, see
http://www.jmc.msu.edu/).
The successful candidate should possess a Ph.D. or a Ph.D. and J.D.
and training or experience with international environmental
institutions and law. Additionally, the successful candidate would
likely have a research agenda that involves international
environmental law as it relates to the governance of renewable
natural resources. This is an innovative, interdisciplinary
appointment and we seek an individual who can interact successfully
with natural resources (related to fish, wildlife, and water) and
public affairs (related to international relations, global
governance, international law, and public policy) professionals.
Applicants should submit a letter describing how their research and
teaching interests relate to the research and teaching foci noted
above. Supporting materials should include a vita, at least three
confidential letters of recommendation, and samples of scholarship
and teaching materials.
Minority and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The
deadline for receipt of applications is October 1, 2006. Completed
files (electronic submission only) should be sent by that date
to: International Environmental Law and Policy Search Committee,
Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Michigan State University, East
Lansing, Michigan 48824-1222 or
<mailto:[log in to unmask]>[log in to unmask] (Subject Line =
IEL2006). Questions about the position should be directed to Dr.
Kelly Millenbah (517-353-4802, [log in to unmask]). Position to begin
August 16, 2007. Late submissions will be considered if a suitable
candidate pool is not identified by the deadline.
MSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. Persons
with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable
accommodation.
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Jim Schneider - Academic Adviser
Undergraduate Advising Center
Department of Fisheries and Wildlife
Michigan State University
40 Natural Resources Building
East Lansing, MI 48824-1222
Office: 517-353-9091
Fax: 517-432-1699
E-Mail: [log in to unmask]
FW Web Site: http://www.fw.msu.edu/
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To schedule an appointment to meet with me, go to the
web-based Advising Appointment System at
http://www.fw.msu.edu/undergraduates/advising.htm
OR
call the FW Academic Advising Center: 517-353-9091
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