Tenured / Tenure-Track Agricultural Law Position at Drake Law School

DRAKE UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL invites applications for a tenured/tenure-track position as Assistant/Associate/Professor of Law in the field of Agricultural Law and Director of the Drake Agricultural Law Center beginning in the fall of 2019. Applicants must hold a J.D. degree (or the equivalent) and should have outstanding records of accomplishment in scholarship, teaching, and service as well as substantial practice experience. 

The successful candidate will teach agricultural law courses and serve as the Director of the Drake Agricultural Law Center. Drake was the first American law school to offer a J.D. specialization in agricultural law, offering courses not only on agricultural and food law but also on agriculture’s effect on social, economic, and political systems.

The student-published Drake Journal of Agricultural Law has been a leading legal journal focused solely on these issues for more than 20 years.

Founded in 1983, the Agricultural Law Center provides opportunities for students to explore how the legal system impacts the global food system and the agricultural sector's ability to produce, market, and use agricultural products. Drake’s location in central Iowa places it at the heart of a state that leads in production of soybeans, corn, eggs, and pork.

Drake University is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks applicants who reflect the nation’s diversity.  No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.

Confidential review of applications will begin in August 2018. Applications (including a letter of interest, a complete CV, teaching evaluations (if available) and the names and addresses of at least three references) should be sent to Professor Ellen Yee, Chair, Faculty Appointments Committee, Drake University Law School, 2507 University Ave., Des Moines, IA 50311 or e-mail: ellen.yee@drake.edu

Sustainable Food Systems

Note that in many situations, an LL.M. degree or even a J.D. is assumed to be on an academic level as a PhD.  See description below -  

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS

INDIANA UNIVERSITY-BLOOMINGTON CAMPUS

SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS 

Tenure Track or Tenured Faculty Position 

The School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University invites applications for an Assistant Professor or tenured Associate Professor with a specialization in sustainable food systems. We seek candidates from the social sciences with a focused line of research on food system development and evolution. Applicant’s background should bridge the nexus of food, community development, and sustainability, and ideally would have an analytical background in social-ecological systems. We are particularly interested in candidates studying food systems within a U.S. context that possess mixed-methods research skills or systems modeling ability.  We are also interested in candidates who work across disciplines with a record of interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an extramurally-supported research program. Candidates may be appointed at the rank of assistant or associate professor. Appointment at the full professor level may be possible for a candidate with an exceptional research record in the specified areas of expertise. 

This position is partially funded by Indiana University Bloomington’s Emerging Areas of Research initiative (http://ovpr.indiana.edu/ear1/ear1/), which underwrites the Sustainable Food Systems Science (SFSS) program. The SFSS team seeks to understand sustainable food system development by studying the leverage points used to build more resilient and sustainable food systems. The candidate will join a growing, interdisciplinary community of colleagues across the University, with opportunities for joining research projects in the United States (Indiana, New York, New Mexico), Brazil, Italy, Madagascar, Norway, and Zambia. The candidate will contribute to SPEA’s developing food systems research and curriculum.

Minimum educational qualifications include a Ph.D. in a related field (e.g., sociology, economics, community development, public policy and affairs, geography, anthropology) and evidence of a developed research program. The successful applicant is expected to start August 1, 2019, and to have completed the Ph.D. by that date. 

We are especially interested in applicants with a record of successful teaching and mentoring of students from all backgrounds (including first-generation college students, low-income students, racial and ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ, etc.) and an interest in contributing to SPEA’s programs, curricular offerings, and research portfolio in ways that enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion; applicants are encouraged to address these topics in the letter of application.

SPEA-Bloomington is a world leader in public affairs education, and is among the largest schools of public administration and public policy in the United States with 34,000 alumni around the world. In the 2018 “Best Graduate Schools” reported by U.S. News & World Report, SPEA-Bloomington ranks first, making it the nation's highest-ranked professional graduate program in public affairs. Five of its specialty programs are ranked in the top-five listings.

To ensure consideration, application materials must be received by October 31, 2018, however, the search will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, research statement, up to three papers, and contact information of three references electronically to https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/.  Inquiries regarding the position should be sent to Dr. James Farmer (jafarmer@indiana.edu). 

For more information see: http://www.indiana.edu/~spea. 

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

Junior and Visiting Scholar - Environmental Law, Pace University

Call for Nominations for 2018 Haub Environmental Law Distinguished Junior Scholar and 2019 Haub Visiting Scholar

Pace Environmental Law at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University is seeking letters of interest and nominations for its annual Haub Environmental Law Distinguished Junior Scholar and Haub Environmental Visiting Scholar.

The Haub Environmental Law Distinguished Junior Scholar Award is presented annually to an emerging junior environmental law professor who exhibits scholarly excellence and promise at an early stage in his or her career. Pace Law invites the award recipient to present his or her recent scholarship to the Pace Law community.  Past Junior Scholars include Sharon Jacobs (Colorado), Michael Livermore (UVA), Sarah Light (The Wharton School at UPenn), Michael Pappas (Maryland), and Sarah Schindler (Maine).

The Haub Visiting Scholar will be a professional with a proven track record in environmental law, governance, policy, economics and/or science, who has worked in government, academia and/or the nonprofit sector.  The appointment is designed to provide time for reflection and productive work, as well as opportunities to engage with Pace Law students, faculty and staff.  The scholar will be provided a substantial stipend, housing and transportation for a month-long or semester residency.  The Scholar will conduct his or her residency in the spring of 2019 and will present at a major public event, give guest lectures in his or her area of expertise, and generate a publication related to his or her work in affiliation with Pace Law.  The Scholar will also be expected to meet with our environmental law students and attend program events, including an alumni reception.

Please send nominations to Jessica Steinberg Albin, Associate Director of Environmental Law Programs.

CRS - Legislative Att'y - Environmental Law, Washington, DC

Legislative Attorney (Environmental Law) CRS is accepting applications for a Legislative Attorney (Environmental Law), GS-13 until September 7, 2018. Click here for more information.

National Organic Program - Washington, DC - Application deadline August 13

The USDA National Organic Program is recruiting for Washington DC based Accreditation Managers. If you know of qualified individuals for these positions below, please send along this announcement:

Job Announcement: National Organic Program Accreditation Managers, GS 12/13

Application Deadline: Monday, August 13.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is recruiting for Accreditation Managers to work in the National Organic Program (NOP). The selected candidates will serve as an Agricultural Marketing Specialist (Regulatory) --- otherwise called Accreditation Manager --- within the Accreditation and International Activities (AIA) Division of the National Organic Program. Examples of duties:

• Carries out assignments covering a wide variety of day-to-day operations of the AIA Division.
• Conducts quality system and regulatory compliance audits of accredited certifying agents and government accreditation bodies
• Prepares and reviews audit reports, corrective actions, and adverse action notices as needed
• Prepares documentation for review by the NOP Accreditation Committee and participates in Committee decisions
• Assists in the development or revision of accreditation procedures
• Assists in the preparation of training materials that explain the standards and accreditation processes
• Demonstrates sensitivity to concerns of confidentiality, cultural sensitivity, and ethical behavior in all communications.

More about these positions:

• These positions are based in Washington, D.C. – do not apply unless you are willing to relocate to DC.

Learn More and Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/506872200

Part-Time Fellow Position for Student Interested in Promoting Alternative Proteins (Good Food Institute)

GFI Campus Fellow

Gain expertise and grow your network in the plant-based and clean meat space 

(Paid Position)

The Good Food Institute (GFI) is on the forefront of the movement to use food technology and markets to solve some of the world’s biggest problems, from climate change and global hunger to antibiotic resistance and the exploitation of billions of animals annually. GFI Campus Fellows will have a critical role in ensuring that a good food future happens as quickly and efficiently as possible. As a Campus Fellow, you will take on a dynamic leadership opportunity shaping discourse around the future of protein at your university and establish an in-depth network with leading entrepreneurs in the plant-based and clean meat, egg, and dairy industries.

How You Will Make a Difference

As a GFI Campus Fellow, your primary goal is to increase the number of students at your university that pursue entrepreneurship in plant-based and cellular agriculture alternatives to factory-farmed foods. To do this, you will build institutional support, identify allies, and plan events. Specific activities will include:

• Networking with campus groups and coordinating to host GFI on campus for speaking events.
• Working with industry contacts - including founders and CEOs at various plant-based and clean meat companies - to put on a panel event on campus.
• Working with professors to host GFI for guest lectures.
• Coordinating and attending meetings with key university contacts such as the heads of social entrepreneurship, innovation, sustainability, etc.   
• Creating a publicity strategy for GFI events: working with the campus newspaper, campus organizations, and key stakeholders.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking smart, thoughtful, and creative self-starters who want to push back against climate change, transform industrial animal agriculture, and develop healthy and humane foods that are accessible to everyone. GFI Campus Fellows enjoy high levels of autonomy and must be self-motivated and work well both independently and in concert with a larger group.

We are considering students currently enrolled in MBA programs. GFI Campus Fellows must also have:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Exceptional networking and communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

The Benefits

Enjoy the opportunity to get paid to network in the future of protein space, build your personal brand as an expert in the space, and learn about business opportunities in the space. Some benefits include:

• Receiving a $750 stipend per semester.
• Working remotely with flexible hours.
• Participating in the GFI Fellows’ monthly calls. These calls are exclusively for GFI Fellows and feature CEOs of companies in the space, interested VCs, and select GFI staff as special guests.This is a special opportunity to meet and talk with key players in this emerging industry.

Time Commitment: ~50 hours/semester, 3.5 hours/week.

Application Deadline: August 17, 2018

 

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the Good Food Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. GFI complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

CRS Analyst - Washington, D.C

Analyst on Congress and the Legislative Process (Budget Process)

CRS is accepting applications for an Analyst on Congress and the Legislative Process (Budget Process), GS-11 until September 4, 2018.

This vacancy replaces VAR000522. Those candidates who applied under VAR000522 will not be considered and must reapply under VAR000557.

Click here for more information.

USDA OGC Attorney - August 6 Deadline

Attorney Advisor (General)
USDA
Office of the General Counsel

Opening in the Washington, D.C. Office

Applications accepted until August 6  

Visit the USA Jobs website for all the details and to apply 

-  https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/502158300