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> We have a new Regional Food Studies Center that emerged out of the Kellogg Endowed at University of Arizona as of today! > > We have a great position for a food studies scholar at University of Arizona, linked to a new Center of Regional Food Studies that has just been announced December 11 2015. IT HAS EMERGED OUT OF A THREE YEAR PROCESS TO "MAINSTREAM" IN OUR INSTITUTION THE KELLOGG ENDOWMENT WORK IN THE U.S./MEXICO BORDER STATES > > > Assistant Professor, Food Studies, UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA > > More information can be found here:. > https://uacareers.com/postings/7265 <https://uacareers.com/postings/7265> > > The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Arizona invites applications for a full-time tenure track position at the rank of assistant professor to begin in August 2016. > > The position will be based in one or more of the schools, departments and centers of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (seesbs.arizona.edu <http://sbs.arizona.edu/> for list of possible units). > > We seek candidates who specialize in the critical examination of food and society in cultural, historical, geographic, political, social and/or environmental context. Research dimensions of interest might include food justice, globalization of food systems and food commodities, food security and consumption, indigenous, ethnic and traditional foods studies, sustainable food systems, ethnobotany and society, food ethics, values, or rights, and/or community/urban/trans-border food and agricultural connections. Candidates should be enthusiastic about interdisciplinary research and collaborations across the college and with other colleges of the university (such as the colleges of Agricultural and Life Sciences and Public Health) and about the potential for connecting to the local and regional community. > > The successful applicant will join a vibrant and exciting group of scholars, students and community members who are interested in food studies. Clusters and initiatives include collaborations on foodways of the Southwestern US and border region, global climate change, water policy, and food systems, food studies as part of area, ethnic and gender studies, and food studies, agricultural extension and education, health and human development. Plans are underway for a food studies network/center/certificate program and to promote Tucson as a city known for its food cultures. University of Arizona students work across the campus and the community in projects that promote composting, support community and school gardens, and advocate for food justice. The Tucson region hosts numerous food organizations and events such as an innovative Community Food Bank, Native Seed/Search, the Southwest Folk Alliance, and groups working on food issues with refugees and migrants, the city, tribes, schools, farm groups, and restaurants. > > The faculty member will teach courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels and contribute to mentoring students, including those from underrepresented backgrounds. The faculty member will also participate in outreach and contribute to departmental, college, and university service. In these and other ways, the faculty member will help to develop innovative approaches to enhancing student engagement, increasing diversity, and expanding collaborations with community and business partners. > > As an assistant professor at the University of Arizona, the successful candidate will be expected to produce a record of excellence in published research, teaching and service. The College is seeking an individual who is able to work with diverse students and colleagues, and who has experience with a variety of teaching methods and curricular perspectives. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds., WHIC > > Qualified applicants will develop and maintain an active, vibrant and recognized research program; and will normally teach two courses per semester at either the undergraduate or graduate level. > > Applications must be submitted on-line at https://uacareers.com/ <https://uacareers.com/>. Please upload your cover letter, CV, research and teaching statement(s), two samples of written work, and evidence of teaching effectiveness (if applicable). List three references on your applications; via email they will be given instructions for submitting their letter of reference. > > Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! > > The University of Arizona has been recognized on Forbes 2015 list of America’s Best Employers in the United States and has been awarded the 2015 Work-Life Seal of Distinction by the Alliance for Work-Life Progress! For more information about working at the University of Arizona, please click here. > > Accepting a new position is a big life step. We want potential candidates and their families to be able to make informed decisions. Candidates who are considering relocation to the Tucson or Phoenix area, and have been offered an on-site interview, are encouraged to use the free services offered by Above & Beyond Relocation Services (ABRS).Ask your department contact to be introduced to ABRS prior to your visit. > > Duties & Responsibilities > • Teach courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels on the social aspects of food and other areas in the candidate’s specialization > • Mentoring students including those from underrepresented backgrounds > • Participate in outreach and contribute to departmental, college, and university service > • Help to develop innovative approaches to enhancing student engagement, increasing diversity, and expanding collaborations with community partners > • Develop and maintain an active research and publication program > > Minimum Qualifications > • PhD in social sciences (e.g. anthropology, history, geography, sociology, political science) or interdisciplinary degree with a focus on food and society. > > Preferred Qualifications > • An established and active research agenda focusing on food studies > • Experience working in interdisciplinary contexts and with communities > • Experience in developing and writing grants in the candidate’s research areas is highly desirable > ___