Synergies for Sustainability Solutions Cluster Hire Initiative - Multiple Open Rank Faculty Pos...
The University of Texas at Arlington

Posting Number:

F00591P

Position Title:

Synergies for Sustainability Solutions Cluster Hire Initiative - Multiple Open Rank Faculty Positions

Department:

Provost Office

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Faculty

Position Status:

Full-time

Rank:

Open-T/TT

Work Hours:

Standard

Open to:

External and Internal

FLSA:

Exempt

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Job Summary:

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is excited to announce a cluster hiring initiative in support of Synergies for Sustainability Solutions, advancing research in Sustainable Design, Environmental Planning, Social and Cultural Sustainability, and Environmental Economics. This initiative seeks to enhance UTA's expertise by developing innovative, interdisciplinary solutions to global environmental challenges.
This cluster aims to foster a collaborative and multidisciplinary research initiative investigating sustainability solutions and their environmental, economic, and social contexts correlated to spatial and cultural factors. This initiative aligns with UTA's strategic research priorities in Sustainability & Resilience and Data-Driven Discovery.
We invite applications from candidates with expertise in sustainable infrastructure, resilient planning & policy, humanistic geography, ecological design, building information modeling, life cycle assessment, circular economy, and environmental accounting, relating these topics to human factors and societal challenges.
Ideal candidates will advance learning and knowledge through research, teaching, service, and commercialization in disciplines in our College of Architecture, Planning, and Public Affairs, College of Business, and College of Liberal Arts.
The new faculty hires will bridge disciplines across the college/school and their departments, stimulating innovative research and teaching efforts. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprising individuals with various backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We seek candidates with funded research programs who can produce research and scholarly or creative achievements that enhance the program and the discipline. A strong promise of extramural grant funding will also be considered for Assistant Professor applicants. New faculty will be expected to deliver high-quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from various backgrounds and experiences.
The appointments are expected to commence September 1, 2025, for the start of the Fall 2025 semester. The highest consideration will be given to applicants with a demonstrated record of interdisciplinary research, scholarly achievements, peer-reviewed creative work, and excellence with a clear potential to develop a well-funded research program.
College of Business: The Sustainability Cluster and College of Business at UTA seeks applicants for a faculty position in all areas of economics, with a strong focus on environmental economics and its related domains, such as climate change economics, energy economics, natural resource management, and the circular economy. Ideal candidates will join a cluster of interdisciplinary scholars to conduct interdisciplinary research on the economic impacts of environmental regulation, sustainable practices, and the valuation of ecosystem services while also engaging in collaborative efforts with fields such as environmental science and public policy. Applicants should demonstrate a strong record of scholarly achievements and the potential to develop a well-funded research program. Successful candidates will also contribute to teaching and mentoring students, helping shape future leaders in environmental economics. More information may be found at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/business.
College of Architecture, Planning, and Public Affairs: The Sustainability Cluster and the College of Architecture, Planning, and Public Affairs seeks applicants for a faculty position in all areas of architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, urban planning, and public affairs will be considered, with a particular focus on sustainability in the built environment. Ideal candidates demonstrate interdisciplinary research in the scope of climate resilience, environmental planning, ecological design, building performance, or circular economy in the built environment in one or several fields within the college. Applicants should demonstrate a strong record of scholarly achievements in sustainability-related research/creative work and show potential to develop a well-funded, interdisciplinary research program. Successful candidates will also contribute to teaching and mentoring students, fostering the next generation of leaders in sustainable design, climate resilience, and environmental planning. More information may be found at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/cappa/research.
College of Liberal Arts: All areas of Liberal Arts will be considered, including humanities, social sciences, and fine and performing arts. We are particularly interested in applicants building a strong research record on environmental/sustainability issues and humanistic geographies; social, cultural, and discursive contexts; and social scientific data collection. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong potential for working in interdisciplinary teams on research projects, grant writing, and working with students of different majors on the humanistic or social scientific dimensions of sustainability. More information may be found at https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/liberal-arts/.
Related Centers:

• Center for Transportation, Equity, Decisions and Dollars (CTEDD)
• Institute of Urban Studies
• Smart Coast Initiative

Resources:Faculty members have excellent access to computational resources, including the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC), and multiple HPCs on campus, including some GPU-heavy clusters.

• University of Texas at Arlington Research Institute (UTARI)
• Center for Artificial Intelligence and Big Data (CARIDA) (uta.edu)
• Division of Data Science, College of Science
• Institute for Predictive Performance Methodologies - UTARI - The University of Texas at Arlington

ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSORJob SummaryWe are seeking candidates with expertise in Sustainable Design, Environmental Planning, Social and Cultural Sustainability, and Environmental Economics, as broadly described above, focusing on research that includes life cycle assessment, sustainable urban infrastructure, building information modeling (BIM), and circular economy strategies. Additional areas of interest include sustainable technologies, climate resilience, humanistic geographies of and social scientific data on sustainable technology, planning and design, and the integration of environmental economics.Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will be committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service and will be expected to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, build and lead a team of student researchers, implement a program of externally funded research that yields top-tier publications, and contribute to professional service within UTA and the external community.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum requirements for this position include: (1) a Ph.D. or equivalent in one of the disciplines noted above or a related discipline that aligns with a focus on precision health and informatics research; (2) a strong publication record or potential in the field of expertise; (3) strong research program with existing external funding or potential for funding; and (4) commitment to quality teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Department Information:

College of Business: https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/business
College of Architecture, Planning, and Public Affairs: https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/cappa/research
College of Liberal Arts: https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/liberal-arts/

University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

3

Desired Start Date:

09/01/2025

Open Date:

10/08/2024

Review Start Date:

11/11/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/30019 and submit the following materials:

• Full CV and cover letter summarizing their interests and qualifications for the position.
• Statement on Research/Creative Work describing past, present, and future research, including how they foster (or will foster) collaborative and interdisciplinary research environments. Please highlight current funding.
• Statement of teaching philosophy describes their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from various backgrounds and experiences.
• Full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

The priority deadline for review is November 11, 2024.
Questions may be addressed to provost@uta.edu.
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta.

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