The University of Calgary invites applications for a Tier II Canada Research Chair in the economics and policy of energy, effective July 1, 2007. The Chair is a tenure track position in the Department of Economics at the assistant or associate professor level with a reduced teaching load and enhanced research support. Applicants with expertise in the economics of energy or energy markets and closely related fields, who have received a Ph.D. within the last ten years, are encouraged to apply. Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria. Candidates are expected to teach at both the graduate and undergraduate levels and take advantage of collaborative research opportunities provided by the Institute for Advanced Policy Research and the Institute for Sustainable Energy, Environment and Economy.
The University of Calgary respects, appreciates and encourages diversity. Applications are encouraged from both Canadian and foreign candidates. Applicants should submit a covering letter, curriculum vitae and sample of research. Three confidential letters of reference should also be sent directly to the same address. Send applications to:
Dr. Elizabeth Wilman,
Department Head
Department of Economics
Faculty of Social Sciences
University of Calgary
2500 University Dr. N.W.
Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1N4
Canada
Fax: (403) 282-5262
Applications will be considered beginning November, 17 2006 until the position is filled. Nomination to the Canada Research Chairs Program is planned for September 2007.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
The University of Calgary respects, appreciates, and encourages diversity.
To see all University of Calgary academic positions, please visit www.ucalgary.ca/hr/career
