[HASTS-jobs] FW: [HASTS-fac] Fwd: Postdoctoral Research Positions SF Center for Nanotechnology in Society at UCSB

[Karen Gardner]

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Subject: [HASTS-fac] Fwd: Postdoctoral Research Positions SF Center for
Nanotechnology in Society at UCSB

> Social Science/Humanities Postdoctoral Research Positions Available
> at UCSB's Center for Nanotechnology in Society
>
> The National Science Foundation's Center for Nanotechnology in Society
> at the University of California, Santa Barbara has immediate openings
> for 1-2 postdoctoral research positions for scholars interested in
> societal aspects of emerging technologies, with a particular focus on
> nanotechnology. Successful candidates will contribute to one of three
> collaborative Interdisciplinary Research Groups (IRGs) addressing: 1)
> the historical context of nanoscience and technology; 2) the effects
> of nanotech R&D and policy on economic development in the global
> economy, with regional focus on East Asia and Latin America; or 3)
> multiple party risk perception and public deliberation in US, Europe
> and Asia. Applicants may either propose a new project within the scope
> of the IRG or, in some instances, apply to join an ongoing project.
> See cns.ucsb.edu for further information about CNS-UCSB activities and
> application procedures.
>
> Compensation and Requirements: Starting salary is $44,000 or above,
> depending on experience,
> plus benefits. Postdocs also receive a $5000/yr. grant for individual
> research and travel expenses.
> Initial appointment is for one year, potentially renewable for up to
> two additional years. Postdocs
> are full-time employees at UC Santa Barbara, and must be in residence
> and contribute fully to
> CNS activities during the term of the appointment, with no teaching  
> duties.
>
> Eligibility: Applicants must have completed the Ph.D. by December 31,
> 2011 in a field such as anthropology, communication, environmental
> studies, history of science and technology, political science, science
> and technology studies, social psychology, sociology, or other related
> discipline. Prior work in nanotechnology research is desirable but not
> necessary. You must have a record of achievement in conducting
> independent research and in communicating research results via
> publications and presentations, and be willing to participate in
> collaborative, interdisciplinary research activities.
>
> Application Procedure: Applicants must provide: 1) a graduate
> transcript showing proof of degree completion; 2) a full c.v.; 3) a
> relevant sample of published or submitted work; 4) a personal
> narrative (1,000 words max.) explaining your interest in and relevant
> background for the position; and 5) two letters of reference, to be
> sent directly to CNS-UCSB. Preferred submission for all materials is
> by email to cboggs at cns.ucsb.edu. If U.S. mail is preferred: Dr. Cathy
> Boggs, CNS-UCSB Acting Education Director, ISBER MC 2150, University
> of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-2150. Phone: (805) 893-8850.
>
> Review of applications begins November 15, 2011, but positions will
> remain open until filled. Appointments begin as early as January 1,
> 2012, although later start dates may be negotiable.
>
> We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the
> diversity and excellence of the academic community through research
> and service. UCSB is an EO/AA Employer.
>
>
> Barbara Herr Harthorn, PhD
> Associate Professor of Feminist Studies, Anthropology&  Sociology
> Director, NSF Center for Nanotechnology in Society
>


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