The UVM Institute for Agroecology is recruiting for a postdoctoral position to work on a participatory action research project focusing on how regional governance can support more just transitions in food systems in New England. The postdoc, working with the Institute for Agroecology and Food Solutions New England, will lead a project to study historic and current regional governance initiatives and examine the complementarity of two frameworks – the Right to Food (RtF) and Agroecology (AE) – in the governance of food system transformation.

The postdoc will be responsible for coordinating and managing the project and leading the data collection, analysis and dissemination efforts. This will include:

● Coordinating an action-research working group made up of academic and civil society partners ● Organizing meetings, focus groups and convenings

● Conducting in person and online interviews

● Desk review of policy documents

● Critical literature reviews

Apply here for this position by July 8, 2024.