Exciting Job Opportunity: Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities (CGBC) Fellow
Website The Harvard Graduate School of Design
The Harvard Graduate School of Design (GSD) is pleased to announce the opening for a CGBC Fellow at the Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities (CGBC). This position offers a unique opportunity for early-career researchers focused on the critical intersection of building sciences, energy, and ecology.
Position Overview
- Title: Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities (CGBC) Fellow
- Department: Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities
- Position Type: One-year research and teaching fellowship, with the possibility of a one-year extension
- Start Date: Expected Fall 2024
- Application Deadline: February 15, 2024
About the CGBC Fellowship
The CGBC Fellowship is designed for individuals who hold a Ph.D. or a Doctorate Degree in areas related to building sciences. The fellowship emphasizes applied and conceptual research that addresses the pressing environmental challenges facing the built environment today.
Fellows will be hosted at the CGBC, where they will conduct research relevant to their field and teach two classes at the Graduate School of Design. Participants will have access to HouseZero, a unique site for interdisciplinary research and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Fellows will be expected to:
- Conduct independent research in areas related to building sciences, focusing on various scales of inquiry.
- Teach two courses at the GSD, contributing to the academic experience of design students.
- Collaborate with other researchers and scholars, both within and outside the GSD, to share findings and foster interdisciplinary dialogue.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or Doctorate Degree in a relevant field related to building sciences.
Additional Qualifications
- A strong commitment to teaching and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds.
- Experience or interest in interdisciplinary collaboration.
Application Process
Interested candidates should prepare and submit the following materials:
- A letter of interest outlining qualifications and research focus.
- A curriculum vitae detailing academic and professional achievements.
- A statement of teaching philosophy that describes your pedagogical approach, particularly in the context of design and planning education.
- A Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging statement addressing how you approach pedagogy and mentoring a diverse student cohort.
- A research statement and a proposal for possible classes to teach.
- A list of three references with contact information.
- Writing samples and a portfolio, if applicable.
Contact Information
For any inquiries, please reach out to:
Samantha Sarafin
Communications Manager
Email: ssarafin@gsd.harvard.edu
Commitment to Diversity
Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks to create a diverse and inclusive community. The GSD encourages applications from individuals from historically underrepresented groups, as well as those with experience working in diverse educational environments.
To apply for this job please visit academicpositions.harvard.edu.
