Faculty Job in Environmental Economics at University of California Santa Barbara - Final Date 30th June

Job Description

The Bren School of Environmental Science & Management at UC Santa Barbara invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Environmental Economics. The school is hiring at the Assistant or Associate Professor level as part of its recruitment initiative. The successful candidate will specialize in the intersection of environmental economics and data science, applying innovative tools and methods to tackle real-world environmental challenges such as water, energy, biodiversity, agriculture, climate, or fisheries.

Organization Profile

UC Santa Barbara’s Bren School is a global leader in environmental research and interdisciplinary education. Known for its excellence in sustainability and policy innovation, the school fosters collaboration among economists, data scientists, ecologists, and other disciplines to shape scalable solutions for global environmental issues.

Job Title:

Assistant or Associate Professor – Environmental Economics

Employment Type: Full-Time | 100% Tenure-Track

Department Hiring:

• Bren School of Environmental Science & Management
• Relevant Fields: Environmental Economics, Data Science, Agricultural Economics

Position Description:

The position focuses on research and instruction in:

• Environmental economics and policy design using modern data science
• Big data analytics and causal inference for environmental applications
• Teaching in the Master’s in Environmental Science & Management and Master’s in Environmental Data Science programs
• Collaboration across disciplines and policy-relevant research

Candidates with leadership potential to contribute to the Master’s in Environmental Data Science program are highly encouraged to apply. The teaching responsibilities may include developing and delivering innovative coursework in environmental economics and data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications:

Basic Requirements (at time of application):

• Ph.D. (or enrollment in a Ph.D. program) in Environmental Economics, Economics, Agricultural Economics, or related field

Additional Requirements (at time of appointment):

• Ph.D. completed before start date

Preferred:

• High-impact research combining economics and data science
• Proven teaching ability in environmental economics or data science
• Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration
• Service experience and publication in peer-reviewed journals

Salary Range:

$140,000 – $300,000 (100% time, off-scale possible depending on qualifications)

Anticipated Start Date:

July 1, 2025

Application Timeline:

• Open Date: October 14, 2024
• Priority Review Deadline: November 25, 2024, at 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)
• Final Deadline: June 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)
• Location: Santa Barbara, California, USA

How to Apply:

Interested applicants must submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (updated CV)
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Teaching
• Statement of Contributions to Diversity
• One research paper (published or working draft)
• 3–5 Letters of Reference (must be requested through UC Recruit)
• Help Contact: kellykeogh@ucsb.edu

Additional Information:

• The university is committed to diversity and inclusion in teaching, research, and service.
• Employment is subject to compliance with UC policy on vaccination and disclosure of misconduct, if applicable.
• The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds.

Important Link:

Official Notification: CLICK HERE