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Assistant Professor, Latin American Development Planning, University of New Mexico - Albuquerque
University of New Mexico
Community and Regional Planning Program
School of Architecture & Planning
Tenure Track Faculty Search - Latin American Development Planning
The Community and Regional Planning Program at the University of New Mexico is seeking candidates for a tenure track position starting in the Fall 2016 academic year.
The Planning Program is seeking a tenure track assistant professor in the area of Latin American development planning. Teaching requirements will include a graduate seminar in Latin American Development Planning, and may include Cultural Aspects of Planning, Regional Community Development, planning studios and practicums, Indigenous Planning in Latin America, and topical courses in his or her area of specialization. The successful candidate will be familiar with Latin American economic development theory and practice, community economic development, application of indigeneity and broadly defined sustainability principles in Latin American Planning, and methods of collaborative planning and consensus building. The candidate should be grounded in the discourse on identity and place and community-based approaches to development in community and regional settings. The program is particularly interested in seeking candidates with research and/or practice in areas such as Indigenous Planning.
Minimum Qualifications: 1) Master’s degree in Community and Regional Planning or a terminal professional degree in planning or a related field; 2) demonstrated teaching experience; and 3) research or practice experience in community development planning or a related field. Preferred Qualifications: 1) demonstrated current research agenda in Latin American development planning theory and practice, 2) ability to teach at undergraduate, masters’ and doctoral levels, 3) a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities, and 4) direct and current experience with community based practice in Latin American settings. 5) Candidates should have the ability to work in interdisciplinary and collegial settings, and 6) bring established scholarly and professional networks in Latin American planning to the UNM CRP program. 7) Preferred candidates will have a Ph.D. in Community and Regional Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Geography, Economics or a related field. 8) Preferred candidates will show promise for distinguished scholarship and applied research or professional practice.
All interested candidates must submit a letter of intent, CV, and a list of four references, including name, address, telephone number, and email of each. Submit these materials online at https://unmjobs.unm.edu, posting #0832009. Short-listed candidates will be asked to submit copies of selected work. For best consideration apply by October 30, 2015; the position will remain open until filled. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM continuing faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
UNM’s confidentiality policy (“Disclosure of Information about Candidates for Employment,” UNM Board of Regents’ Policy Manual 6.7, which includes information about public disclosure of documents submitted by applicants, is located at http://www.unm.edu/~brpm/r67.htm. New Mexico has a rich and varied culture, and qualified candidates from all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Community and Regional Planning Program
School of Architecture & Planning
Tenure Track Faculty Search - Latin American Development Planning
The Community and Regional Planning Program at the University of New Mexico is seeking candidates for a tenure track position starting in the Fall 2016 academic year.
The Planning Program is seeking a tenure track assistant professor in the area of Latin American development planning. Teaching requirements will include a graduate seminar in Latin American Development Planning, and may include Cultural Aspects of Planning, Regional Community Development, planning studios and practicums, Indigenous Planning in Latin America, and topical courses in his or her area of specialization. The successful candidate will be familiar with Latin American economic development theory and practice, community economic development, application of indigeneity and broadly defined sustainability principles in Latin American Planning, and methods of collaborative planning and consensus building. The candidate should be grounded in the discourse on identity and place and community-based approaches to development in community and regional settings. The program is particularly interested in seeking candidates with research and/or practice in areas such as Indigenous Planning.
Minimum Qualifications: 1) Master’s degree in Community and Regional Planning or a terminal professional degree in planning or a related field; 2) demonstrated teaching experience; and 3) research or practice experience in community development planning or a related field. Preferred Qualifications: 1) demonstrated current research agenda in Latin American development planning theory and practice, 2) ability to teach at undergraduate, masters’ and doctoral levels, 3) a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities, and 4) direct and current experience with community based practice in Latin American settings. 5) Candidates should have the ability to work in interdisciplinary and collegial settings, and 6) bring established scholarly and professional networks in Latin American planning to the UNM CRP program. 7) Preferred candidates will have a Ph.D. in Community and Regional Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Geography, Economics or a related field. 8) Preferred candidates will show promise for distinguished scholarship and applied research or professional practice.
All interested candidates must submit a letter of intent, CV, and a list of four references, including name, address, telephone number, and email of each. Submit these materials online at https://unmjobs.unm.edu, posting #0832009. Short-listed candidates will be asked to submit copies of selected work. For best consideration apply by October 30, 2015; the position will remain open until filled. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM continuing faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
UNM’s confidentiality policy (“Disclosure of Information about Candidates for Employment,” UNM Board of Regents’ Policy Manual 6.7, which includes information about public disclosure of documents submitted by applicants, is located at http://www.unm.edu/~brpm/r67.htm. New Mexico has a rich and varied culture, and qualified candidates from all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
The Community and Regional Planning Program in the School of Architecture & Planning at the
University of New Mexico offers a professional Master of Community and Regional Planning degree,
accredited since 1985, and an undergraduate degree in Environmental Planning and Design. The
CRP faculty is considering embarking on a program of doctoral studies. About 65 graduate students
and 50 undergraduates are enrolled each year. About one-quarter of graduate students are enrolled in
dual degrees with Latin American Studies, Water Resources, or Public Administration. The School is
home to the Indigenous Design and Planning Institute and the Resource Center for RAZA Planning.
THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND EDUCATOR.
THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND EDUCATOR.
Research Associate, MIT Center for Advanced Urbanism - Cambridge, MA
Research Associate
MIT Center for Advanced Urbanism
April 24, 2015
Experience:
3-5 years
Location:
Cambridge, MA
The MIT Center for Advanced Urbanism (CAU) is located within the School of Architecture + Planning. CAU is a premier research center focused on the design and planning of large-scale, complex, 21st century metropolitan environments. The Center aims to redefine the field of urban design to meet contemporary challenges utilizing interdisciplinary collaborative practices and the most advanced analytical and representational tools.
The Research Associate will be expected to undertake research work that aligns with the CAU’s research umbrellas, and broadly relates to the design and planning of large-scale, complex metropolitan environments. This Research Associate will be focused on housing, community development and economic development issues in Latin America. This position will be responsible for managing multiple projects, and will be expected to develop their own research focus as well. They will work in close collaboration with the Director and Managing Director, and will provide regular updates on research progress. They will be required to work with CAU partner organizations, to understand, synthesize, and contextualize metropolitan scale issues, in order to inform the development of future research proposals. In addition to undertaking research work, they will be responsible for overseeing and providing guidance to TAs, RAs and students working on projects assigned to them. Other responsibilities will include coordinating project meetings with sponsors, preparing presentations for potential funding sponsors in conjunction with CAU leadership, and assisting in writing external funding proposals. They will be expected to work with a broad network of collaborators, and should have experience working with a diversity of disciplines. The Research Associate will be expected to build a publication record, through both traditional and non-traditional outlets. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal dependent upon funding and progress.
Application deadline is: June 3rd 2015
Apply at http://careers.mit.edu
MIT is committed to building a culturally diverse educational environment; women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. EOE.
A Master’s degree or terminal degree in urban planning, community development, economic development, or related field of study, and 3 or more years of direct experience managing collaborative projects (preferably international and/or in community development) is required. Excellent research, writing and communications skills needed. Project management experience required, and proven ability to function as an effective team member. Advanced verbal and written English skills are expected. Experience in grant/proposal writing, leading to successful awarding of external funding a plus. Comfortable working in a highly diverse and international environment while building productive working relationships with a wide range of people (must be willing to travel). Fluency in Spanish (verbal and written) is strongly preferred.
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