Associate Research Scientist Position at the Center for Sustainable Urban Development

We seek an Associate Research Scientist to work on programs conducted by the Center for Sustainable Urban Development at The Earth Institute at Columbia University.

The mission of the Center for Sustainable Urban Development (CSUD) is to engage in and foster education and research for the advancement of physically and socially sustainable cities. CSUD concentrates on understanding, articulating and disseminating information about the unique and important challenges and opportunities of urban development in low- and middle-income countries, as well as in its home community of Metropolitan New York. To fulfill its mission, CSUD engages in interdisciplinary analyses of the linkages between urban transport and land use to economic development, demographic shifts, population health and climate change. It collaborates with faculty, students and researchers across Columbia University, but its work stretches far beyond the university setting. Affiliates work on the ground with CSUD, both locally and internationally, with a variety of stakeholders including local universities, officials and community-based organizations to develop policies and plans to meet their goals for sustainable urban-based social and economic development. Founded in 2004, CSUD is one of seven Centers of Excellence established by the Volvo Research and Educational Foundations and it is also supported by the Rockefeller Foundation.

Job requirements: We seek a candidate with strong analytical and research skills and an interdisciplinary perspective on cities. The successful candidate will have a PhD in urban planning, or a related field, and a minimum of two years of research experience in urban systems beyond the PhD. They will have a strong record of publication in the leading journals in urban planning, geography or public policy fields. At least one degree in a related social science discipline is strongly preferred. The focus is on urban development planning, urban policy and governance, disaster vulnerability and resilience, and sustainability of cities in low and middle-income countries. Candidates having an urban focus with a background in public policy, economics, geography, ecology, engineering, architecture, sociology or anthropology will also be considered.

Excellent English communication, technical writing and presentation skills are required.

The position is full-time with a full benefit package. The initial appointment will be for one year with the possibility of annual renewal based on performance and the availability of funds. Search will remain open for no less than 30 days from the date of posting, and until the position is filled. To apply, please go to: https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Framese...

Columbia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.