The SDG^nexus Network is a global community of universities, research centers, and stakeholders committed to promoting the Agenda 2030 for sustainable development. The SDG^nexus Network is a part of the DAAD “Higher Education Excellence in Development Cooperation – exceed” program and, as such, it aims to strengthen higher education for enabling effective and innovative contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.

The SDG^nexus Network has three main objectives:

• Establish common research framework through joint research projects between our network partners.
• Qualify the next generation of scientists as agents of change.
• Promote exchange and collaboration between our network of higher education institutions and extramural actors.

SustainableDevelopmentGoals^nexus Network
Senckenbergstrasse 3
D-35390 Giessen
Phone: +49 641 99 12705
Fax: +49 641 99 12709
E-Mail

Contact

SDGnexus Network

Senckenbergstraße 3

35390 Gießen

Project Manager

Project Management Board

Sources

Call for Guest Professorship

The SDG^nexus Network at the Center for International Development and Environmental Research
(Zentrum für internationale Entwicklungs- und Umweltforschung, ZEU), based at the Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU), Germany, invites applications for a

Guest Professorship
Sustainable Development Goal Interactions

The position is available from July 01, 2023 for a period of at twelve months. 

About the SDG^nexus Network

The SDG^nexus Network, consisting of partners from Colombia, Ecuador, Germany, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, provides a common research framework related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations and aims to analyze synergies and trade-offs among individual SDGs (SDG nexus analysis). The SDG^nexus Network intends to prepare the next generation of scientists by implementing a variety of teaching programs and training activities, with particular attention to the needs of junior researchers. The SDG^nexus Network investigates interrelations among single SDGs within the following five focal research areas: Food systems, Water, Urban & rural areas, Natural resources, and SDG monitoring. Please find further information on the research areas at https://t1p.de/q7mw

Your responsibilities

As a guest professor, you will

• be involved in teaching (at least one full module equaling 6 credit points during the winter term 23/24) as part of the international virtual study program MSc Sustainable Transition,
• conduct research in line with one or more of the five core research areas of the SDG^nexus Network,
• draft a third-party funding proposal related to one or more research areas defined above,
• support our early career scientists in their scientific development.

Please note: We expect your presence in Giessen during the entire duration of your guest professorship. A virtual participation is not possible.

Your qualifications and competences

You:

• hold an excellent Ph.D. in a research field related to the SDGs,
• have a comprehensive track record of peer reviewed publications, including high level publications,
• have extensive teaching experience related to at least one of the research areas defined above,
• have a citizenship of an ODA recipient country and conduct research in Central Asia or Latin America,
• communicate fluently in spoken and written English,
• are a highly motivated person that brings curiosity in research and is committed to pursue scientific excellence in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, and international environment.

• a monthly gross salary of EUR 5,500,
• a fully equipped working place at the Center for International Development and Environmental Research based at the Justus Liebig University Giessen,
• a research network with partners from Latin America and Central Asia that grants you a close collaboration with ongoing research projects,
• a return ticket for you and optionally for family members travelling with you (spouse and minor children).

Please submit your application until March 31, 2023, using our platform: https://survey.hrz.uni-giessen.de/index.php/548931?lang=en

Applications must be submitted as a single PDF file. Only complete applications, with documents in the order listed below, will be accepted:

• Curriculum Vitae
• One-page mission statement with an outline of research interest
• Plan of teaching activities, including a one-page description of a module/course (equaling six credit points) that will be taught by you during your stay
• Documentation of teaching experience (teaching portfolio)
• Academic Certificates
• List of publications
• List of external research funds

The SDG^nexus Network is seeking a larger percentage of women in academia; therefore, qualified female applicants are especially encouraged to apply. The SDG^nexus Network is part of the JLU, which is a family-friendly university. We therefore welcome applicants with children. We give preference to applications from disabled people of equal aptitude. For further information on the Center for International Development and Environmental Research or the SDG^nexus Network see https://www.uni-giessen.de/zeu or https://www.sdgnexus.net 

Please be aware that we will only contact successful applicants. 

The University of Cuenca - Ecuador, in cooperation with the SDG^nexus Network, has developed the “Programa Piloto de Mentoría para Mujeres Científicas” or Pilot Mentoring Program for Women Scientists (PROMEMCI). This is a pioneer initiative in the country. The program’s primary objective is to encourage young female scientists to immerse themselves in the academic environment and build a broad network of academics interested in guiding master's and doctoral students and young professors in advancing their academic careers. The program was executed by the Department of Water Resources and Environmental Sciences (iDRHiCA) and the Ecuadorian Network of Women Scientists (REMCI).

PROMEMCI took place over four months, from October 2022 to January 2023. The program paired 17 mentees, including early career researchers, master’s students, and doctoral candidates, with 17 mentors according to their academic interests and needs. In addition to one-to-one mentoring sessions, the program consisted of an introductory workshop, two capacity-building workshops focusing on communication skills, personal awareness, and empowerment, a follow-up session for mentees, and a closing event.

According to the mentees, the program’s main achievements included opportunities for postgraduate students and young professionals to interact with a mentor from another faculty or research area. Specifically, mentors provided impartial guidance to help mentees achieve their academic and personal goals and support and advice to address academic challenges. Participants also indicated that they received extensive feedback, not only on academic issues but also on a personal level, enabling them to broaden their vision of the various opportunities for academic development and boost their confidence as young female scientists. All mentees indicated they would recommend their peers or co-workers to participate in the program.

The second phase of the program is set to launch in Spring 2023. For more information about the program and the call for applications, please visit: https://www.ucuenca.edu.ec/investigacion/mentoria-mujeres-cientificas or contact: mentoria.ciencia@ucuenca.edu.ec

Closing event, University authorities and PROMEMCI participants. Cuenca 2023