Assistant/Associate Professor in Natural Resource/Forest Economics

Hiring Organization: University of Alberta
Employment type: Full-Time
Job Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Application Due Date: June 9, 2025

Description

This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

The successful candidate will be offered a tenured or tenure-track appointment with the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, which is in accordance with the Academic Faculty Agreement, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

The City of Edmonton is a vibrant multicultural center with over one million people that offers the benefits of an urban lifestyle combined with high-quality schools, varied restaurants, excellent professional theatre and music venues, excellent public transportation and ample opportunities for recreation. Edmonton’s River Valley is the largest urban park in Canada (22 times the size of Central Park in New York City), with more than 160 kilometres of maintained pathways and 20 major parks. It is the capital of Alberta, with the lowest provincial tax regime in the country. Edmonton is known as Canada’s Festival City, with more than thirty major annual festivals celebrating its rich cultural diversity and community spirit. It has all the attractions of a big city, yet it is clean, safe, and livable, with excellent schools and health care. Edmonton is located only a few hours' drive from Banff and Jasper National Parks, which offer skiing in winter and excellent hiking and sightseeing in summer.

Working for the Department of Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology

In 2024, the University was ranked sixth in the world and first in Canada for impact on sustainability, based on the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.

The Department of Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology has a history of producing high-quality research on relevant topics pertaining to agricultural, resource and environmental economics. The Department includes a group of highly reputable scholars and a vibrant graduate studies program with approximately 60 graduate students. Department members are engaged in several undergraduate programs in the Faculty, including the BSc Agriculture, BSc Environmental and Conservation Sciences, BSc in Agricultural/Food Business Management and BSc in Forest Business Management. The department offers master's and doctoral degrees in agricultural and resource economics, forest economics, risk and community resilience, and environmental sociology. The successful candidate will contribute to this tradition and build new areas of expertise both individually and as part of collaborative teams composed of people within and outside academia.

Position Summary

The Department of Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology, Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Natural Resource/Forest Economics. The successful candidate will have strong theoretical foundations and advanced quantitative and analytical skills. Specific expertise in Canadian forest policy and management or environmental valuation will be an asset. A research program with links to international trade, sustainable development goals, Indigenous communities, or climate change is also a valued asset of a successful applicant. We also seek candidates who will support and advance university commitments to the goals of access, community and belonging (Changing the Story).

The successful candidate will demonstrate the potential to achieve excellence in research with an externally funded research program, interdisciplinary research collaborations, and the training of graduate students. Interdisciplinary linkages are expected to extend to the Faculties of Science and Engineering within the College of Natural and Applied Sciences and across campus. The position involves teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the intellectual life of the university, the economics profession, and to communities and groups who partner in research.

Candidates must hold a PhD in Forest Economics, Agricultural Economics, Environmental/Resource Economics, Economics, Business Economics, or a closely related field. We also welcome applicants with non-traditional pathways to an academic career in Canada. Candidates must have already completed their PhD or expect to receive their PhD by August 1, 2025. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

PhD in Agricultural Economics, Environmental Economics, Resource Economics, Economics, or a closely related field by August 1, 2025
Forest economics
Ability to teach forest economics and forest policy
Experience with a research program with links to international trade, sustainable development goals and Indigenous communities
Experience working with topics in natural resource or forestry economics

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit ALL of the following in a single PDF document:

Cover letter outlining your qualifications, research areas and teaching philosophy
Curriculum vitae (CV) with teaching experience
Contact information for three professional references
A statement where applicants describe their plans for helping to reduce inequities, remove barriers to access, and cultivate a sense of belonging in their teaching, research, mentorship, and service
A statement of research interest or plan (please append examples of relevant publications or unpublished research)

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.

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