Inside Higher Ed · 1 week ago
Sociology of Circular Bioeconomy Systems - Research Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
Knoxville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior LevelThe University of Tennessee-Oak Ridge Innovation Institute (UT-ORII) is seeking highly qualified research faculty candidates at any rank in the areas of rural, environmental, and/or community sociology. The successful candidate will contribute to an interdisciplinary collaboration focused on developing innovative and efficient technologies for biomaterials derived from regional biomass resources.
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Responsibilities
Develop a nationally and internationally recognized research program with interdisciplinary connections across the CRI network at UT and ORNL
Contribute social science expertise to collaborative studies on the transition to circular bioeconomy systems
Analyze the perceptions and attitudes of multiple stakeholders regarding the circular bioeconomy transition
Interface with UT-ORII programs to support the UT-ORII CBS CRI's mission and goals
Build partnerships and collaborations through the Office of Research Innovation and Economic Development (ORIED), Global Energy Ecosystems (GE2), the Sociology Department, and current and future partners
Conduct research, preparing and submitting proposals, supporting existing research projects, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students
Qualification
Required
PhD in Sociology or related field
A track record of publishing and seeking funding
Collaborative research experience in areas supporting UT-ORII's Circular Bioeconomy Systems mission, including some combination of environmental sociology, the bioeconomy, and rural sociology
Demonstrated research track record supporting the candidate's potential to establish a nationally and internationally recognized research program aligned with UT-ORII's mission and goals
A clear path to independence as a researcher is desired, though collaboration with more senior investigators is also encouraged
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
This position requires the ability to be granted a site-access badge for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Benefits
A competitive startup package including funds for graduate students and equipment will be offered.
Benefits will be typical of exempt employees at the University of Tennessee.
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