This Educational item is directly associated with the following: OPPORTUNITIES Faculty positions in Sustainability Science The School of Sustainability at Arizona State University invites applications for two tenure track faculty positions in Sustainability Science.  The appointment is in support of a new innovative interdisciplinary academic program in sustainability (see http://schoolofsustainability.asu.edu). Applicants must be committed to building a program in sustainability and will teach an introductory undergraduate course in sustainability science as well as graduate classes, conduct interdisciplinary research, seek external funding on their own or as part of a team, and publish in their area of specialization, as well as perform appropriate university, professional, and community service. Successful candidate must have an earned doctorate at the time of appointment in a physical, life or social science with specialization relevant to the investigation of sustainability; demonstrated strong record of scholarly achievement and publications in appropriate journals; demonstrated strong communication skills; demonstrated experience working effectively in an interdisciplinary setting; demonstrated record of excellence in education, and demonstrated evidence of or potential to secure research funding appropriate to rank. Desired qualifications are demonstrated experience in one of the following areas: urban environmental issues, dynamics of earth systems, issues surrounding water resources, sustainable use of natural resources, environmental policy, technology and the built environment, and applied research interests at the international level, including in developing countries.   Application deadline is December 1, 2007, or until position is filled.  Applicants must send a letter of interest, current curriculum vita, statement of teaching philosophy, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references, to Katherine Spielmann, PhD, SOS Faculty Search, Arizona State University, PO Box 872511, Tempe, AZ 85287-2511 or to GIOSjobs@asu.edu.  A background check is required for employment.   Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ