Postdoctoral Scholar (EXPIRED)

Coupled Ethical-Epistemic Analyses for Sustainable Climate Risk Management

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research team that analyzes two central areas of concern: (i) the role of coupled ethical-epistemic issues in climate change science and (ii) how to improve decisionmaking under conditions of risk and uncertainty to ensure ethical adequacy.  The ideal candidate would have a strong background in the ethical dimensions of scientific practice and an appreciation of the ethical issues raised by deep uncertainty.  An understanding of climate change mitigation, adaptation, geoengineering strategies is desirable.  Interests in decisionmaking under uncertainty, integrated assessment, and in collaborations involving Earth scientists, statisticians, decision analysts, economists, and philosophers would be further advantages for applicants to both positions.

The positions are available immediately and will remain open until filled. Initial appointment will be for a period of one year, with excellent possibility of renewal for one or more additional years. The salary will be competitive, commensurate with experience, and will comply with Penn State University guidelines. Successful completion of a background check is required prior to employment.

For questions about the potential projects, please contact Nancy Tuana ([email protected]).