• the role of existing institutions and the definition of alternative models of governance for the control of climate change;
• the international negotiation process towards the building of a post-2012 climate agreement;
• the evolution of different domestic interests and their influence in shaping international climate policy;
• best practices for public private partnerships to tackle climate change;
• the interrelationships between climate change and urban development.

During the visiting period, the researchers are also expected to contribute to the

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“The Department of Agricultural, Food and Resource Economics at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, invites applications for a one- to two-year post-doctoral associate position beginning in the Fall 2011 semester. The broadly defined field of study is state agricultural and food policy. Specific areas of research will include assessing the effects of farmland preservation on the economic, demographic and structural aspects of farming operations; agritourism development; local government planning for agriculture; and, emergency preparedness and planning in the food system.

Temporary (1 year, with possibility for renewal) Instructor position to start this coming fall semester (F2011) Department of Social Sciences University of Wisconsin Platteville

Responsibilities: Teach 2 sections of Intro Micro and 2 sections of Business Statistics each semester (F11/S12).

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Economics, but also willing to consider ABD.

Salary: $39,000 - $42,000 / year

To apply: Send an e-mail with the following attachments: 1. a letter expressing your interest in the position; 2. your CV