David Blittersdorf Professor of Sustainability Science and Policy

Position

Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources (RSENR) at the University of Vermont (UVM) invites applicants for a full‑time, 9‑month, Endowed Associate or Full Professorship. The position is at the interface of science, policy, and renewable energy systems and requires expertise and experience working with broadly interdisciplinary teams. Although the professorship is in RSENR, we anticipate close ties with UVM’s College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (CEMS) and the possibility of a secondary appointment there.

The successful candidate will contribute to research, service, and teaching and have a record of scholarship that engages with both academic and non‑academic partners. They will have a demonstrated capacity to participate in energy and climate‑change policy discussions, ideally at multiple scales (e.g., state, national, international), using both qualitative and quantitative data. The ideal candidate will have experience leading a high‑impact research program with a strong international reputation.

They will build relationships between UVM and the broader U.S. and global energy communities, leading to impactful research communicated broadly, in peer‑reviewed scholarly outlets and elsewhere. Service expectations include contributing to school and university committees and the energy systems profession  successful candidate will teach courses relevant to their expertise (including required core courses) in RSENR’s undergraduate and graduate curriculum, mentor and guide students in projects, internships, and independent studies, and supervise graduate students and serve on thesis/dissertation committees.

The position requires evidence of research, experience, and impact in the field of renewable energy, sustainable energy systems, and thus climate change mitigation – with flexibility as to the relative roles of research, experience, and impact. Applicants should have a doctoral degree and the ability to develop a successful research program. The candidate will need to qualify for tenure upon hire.

Applications are due on January 9th (midnight Eastern time). We anticipate a start date at the beginning of Fall Semester (mid‑August) 2026. Applicants should submit the following materials (please note length limits): (1) letter of interest (one‑page max); (2) statement of teaching philosophy (2 pages max); (3) statement of research (2 pages max); (4) a curriculum vitae; and (5) contact information for three references.

Applications are to be submitted to  Inquiries may be made to Dr. Rachelle Gould, Search Chair, at rgould (please include “Blittersdorf Professorship Inquiry” in the subject line).

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. The University encourages applications from all individuals who will contribute to UVM’s Our Common Ground Values.