Research Associate
University of Manchester
Manchester, England
Salary: $38,500 to $47,500
Deadline: November 30, 2016
This position will develop a peer review tool for cities to improve disaster risk reduction in the context of a three-city UNISDR-funded project. Duties include conducting a literature review on city resilience frameworks, designing and applying an impact evaluation methodology to evaluate impacts, and producing research publications related to the work. A PhD in a related field, a research interest in disaster management, experience in qualitative data collection, and report writing skills are required.
Research Scientist
Association of State Floodplain Managers
Madison, Wisconsin
Salary: Not listed
Deadline: December 2, 2016
This position will collaborate on technical and research projects using flood-related data to improve the understanding of flood risk, as well as support policy and education. Duties include data collection, analysis, research and reporting; communicating results to flood-threatened communities; budget management; and researching funding opportunities to develop additional digital resources. A degree in engineering, natural resources, sociology, or a related field and at least two years research and analysis experience are required. Floodplain management certification is preferred.
Executive Director
Earthquake Engineering Research Institute
Oakland, California
Salary: Not listed
Deadline: December 15, 2016
This position assists the board of directors in formulating Institute policies and programs, implementing special projects, and managing operations. Duties include achieving strategic plan priorities, building and maintaining relationships with federal funders, overseeing and mentoring staff, developing conferences and meetings, and developing fundraising and membership base. A bachelor’s degree, fundraising and supervisory experience, and a broad knowledge of issues related to earthquake professions are required.
Emergency Management/Homeland Security Associate
Constant & Associates
Torrance, California
Salary: Not Listed
Deadline: Open until filled
This position will manage, mentor, and lead multi-disciplined teams and oversee the strategic direction of various projects. Duties include writing plans and exercises for state, local, and commercial clients; serving as a subject matter expert; and facilitating planning meetings and networking events. A bachelor’s degree and at least ten years emergency management or homeland security experience is required. Experience in public health or healthcare in emergencies is preferred.
Associate Professor of Emergency Management and Disaster Science
University of North Texas
Denton, Texas
Salary: Not listed
Deadline: Open until filled
This tenure-track position will support the newly established Department of Emergency Management and Disaster Science program. Duties include undergraduate teaching, maintaining an active research agenda, pursuing funding opportunities, and contributing to the planning of an emergency management and disaster science master’s program. A PhD in emergency management, sociology, planning or a related field is required. Experience with research grants and project funding is preferred. Reference System Identification Number 6001354 when accessing the job website.