Professor of Practice (or Associate Professor of Practice) for the Kleinman Center

The University of Pennsylvania's Kleinman Center for Energy Policy seeks a Professor or Associate Professor of Practice in Energy Policy to teach, mentor students, and engage in policy work. Candidates should have a strong background in energy policy, teaching experience, and a commitment to sustainable energy transitions. The position is based in Philadelphia, PA, and involves collaboration across various disciplines. This is a three-year, non-tenure-track role.
Professor of Practice (or Associate Professor of Practice) for
the Kleinman Center

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Open Date: Nov 04, 2024

Deadline:

The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the Stuart Weitzman School
of Design, University of Pennsylvania, seeks a distinguished
practitioner with experience designing, implementing, and
evaluating energy policy and/or just energy transitions to join our
faculty as a Professor (or Associate Professor) of Practice in
Energy Policy.

The Professor (or Associate Professor) of Practice in Energy Policy
will teach in the center's energy policy graduate curriculum and
mentor students; write policy digests and opinion pieces;
participate in workshops and seminars, engage with media, and
advance the center's public policy impact.

The preferred candidate should have an international reputation in
the field of energy policy, though their disciplinary training may
be from any cognate field. It is preferred that candidates have
post-secondary teaching experience and a demonstrated commitment to
student success. We seek candidates who express a strong interest
in advancing a sustainable and just energy transition by working
collaboratively across disciplines, and by translating and
connecting academic scholarship to public policy outcomes. Those
who emphasize energy justice and equity in their professional work
are particularly encouraged to apply.

The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy creates the conditions for
policy innovation that support a just and efficient transition to
sustainable energy by fostering impactful research, developing the
next generation of energy leaders, and providing a home for
stakeholders to explore complex issues. Founded in 2014, the center
has published hundreds of policy digests, reports, and opinion
pieces; convened thousands of participants in events, workshops,
and seminars; hosted dozens of international visiting scholars and
senior fellows; and taught numerous classes to Penn graduate
students. For more information, the 2023-2024 Annual Report is
available here: https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/about/annual-report/.

In addition to the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy, the Weitzman
School of Design includes the departments of Historic Preservation,
City & Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture,
and Fine Arts, providing potential for collaboration with other
disciplines and departments within the school. The center also
works closely with faculty and students across Penn's other 11
schools, including those from the Wharton School of Business, Penn
Carey Law, School of Engineering & Applied Science, School of
Arts & Sciences, Annenberg School of Communication, and School
of Social Policy & Practice. Preferred candidates should be
prepared to meaningfully engage colleagues from across these
schools and welcome students from a wide array of academic programs
in their classrooms.

The ranks of Associate Professor of Practice and Professor of
Practice are reserved for distinguished professionals who wish to
combine education and practice. They bring their understanding of
practice to the school and use their teaching to explore new ideas
and theories. This position is a three-year term and can be
renewed. It is not tenure-track or tenure-eligible. Graduate-level
annual teaching commitments may vary at this rank (full- or
part- time). Professors of Practice are also expected to
participate in center events including lectures, seminars,
symposia, and workshops.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold an advanced degree and have a demonstrated
ability to connect their disciplinary training to the energy
transition. While applicants may draw from any field, the ideal
candidate will have scholarly training and/or professional
experience in economics, public policy, political science, law,
planning, business, or finance. Candidates must have experience
working in either the public or private sector; experience working
within the academy is welcome. Preference will be given to
individuals with a distinguished publication, policy, or business
record and a reputation for making significant contributions to the
energy transition.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit the following items via the online
Interfolio site:
• Cover letter noting relevant professional work,
accomplishments, and any teaching experience
• Curriculum vitae
• Brief statement of teaching interests and capabilities
• Brief statement that demonstrates past and future capabilities
in connecting scholarship to public policy outcomes
• Names and contact information for three professional and/or
academic references who may be contacted at a later date

The Weitzman School is committed to building a culturally diverse
intellectual community and encourages applications from women,
BIPOC candidates, and candidates with other underrepresented
positionalities.

Applications should be addressed to the Chair of the Search
Committee for Professor (or Associate Professor) of Practice,
Energy Policy.

We are currently accepting applications and will continue until the
position is filled. The appointed professor is expected to begin on
July 1, 2025 and begin teaching that fall.

Questions should be directed to Sanya Carley, Mark Alan Hughes
Faculty Director of the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at:
scarley@design.upenn.edu. Please reference "Professor of Practice"
in the subject line on any email inquiry.

To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/156648

The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks
talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The
University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative
action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without
regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status,
age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected
class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the
Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative
Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of
Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215)
898-7803 (TDD).

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