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COUNTY EXTENSION EDUCATOR, AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL
RESOURCES, OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural
Resources will provide overall leadership to developing
and conducting a proactive applied research and
education program in agriculture and natural resources
to meet current and future needs in farm management,
livestock and crop production, food security, home
horticulture/Master Gardeners, commercial horticulture,
farm land use issues, innovative agricultural business
opportunities, environmental quality and sustainability,
renewable energy, and bio-based products. The Educator
will also work collaboratively with the team of
Extension professionals to provide agriculture and
natural resources programming within one of the nine
Extension Education and Research Area (EERA). (1) Plan,
teach, deliver and evaluate educational programs on
public issues such as water quality, food safety,
natural resources, rural economic development,
biotechnology, land use, zoning and agricultural
profitability. (2) Work closely with local advisory
committees and volunteers to conduct needs assessment
and priority setting to determine emphasis of
educational programs. (3) Give leadership to the
development of pro-active educational programs using
innovative educational methods. (4) Provide a minimum of
25% statewide specialization in a specific program area
to EERA, region, and state Extension professionals. (5)
Serve as an educational advisor and liaison for the Ohio
State University Extension and the University to
appropriate public issue and program related
organizations. Represent OSU Extension and the
University with federal, state and local agencies and
educational institutions at the local community level.
(6) Maintain a high level of visibility and facilitate
communications with a wide range of clientele including
traditional and non-traditional learners, elected
officials, agricultural and non-agricultural
stakeholders, and environmental and special interest
groups to promote the understanding of agriculture and
natural resource issues. (7) Identify, recruit and
develop the volunteer leadership necessary to carry out
relevant parts of their programming. Develop effective
advisory committees. (8) Maintain a program of
individual professional improvement in selected subject
areas. (9) Be an effective team player. Work
collaboratively with Extension educators in all program
areas (4-H Youth Development, Community Development, and
Family and Consumer Sciences), where interdisciplinary
efforts are needed to meet broad issues or carry out
major programming efforts. (10) Ensure a diversity among
potential clientele and learners and equal access to
programs and facilities without regard to age, race,
creed, color, handicap, sex, sexual orientation,
developmental disability, national origin, marital
status, arrest or non-program related conviction record.
(11) Report to local, OSU Extension, and United States
Department of Agriculture leaders and stakeholders as
appropriate and requested. (12) 10% of Educator’s time
will be dedicated to statewide issues. QUALIFICATIONS:
An earned Master’s degree and at least one degree in
agriculture is required. The successful candidate will
have strong written and oral communication skills and
experience in working with diverse clientele and
organizations. Demonstrated success in working as part
of a team and initiating collaborative partnerships is
sought. Leadership ability and strong teaching and
subject matter expertise in at least one area of
agriculture is necessary. Candidates must be willing to
work flexible hours with a minimum of supervision.
Internal and external applicants for positions are also
required to accurately self-disclose all criminal
convictions when they apply. Background checks will be
conducted on internal and external final candidates.
Final candidate offer is contingent upon the
university’s verification of credentials and other
information required by law and/or university policies
or practices based upon the criminal background check.
SALARY: Commensurate with
experience/credentials. Must provide own transportation
with mileage allowance at the Department of Extension
rate. OTHER BENEFITS OFFERED: Group life,
medical-surgical, major medical, hospitalization,
vision, dental and disability insurance, retirement
plans, Workers’ Compensation, annual vacation, OSU fee
allowance and sick leave. TO BUILD A DIVERSE
WORKFORCE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION ENCOURAGES
APPLICATIONS FROM INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES,
MINORITIES, VETERANS, AND WOMEN. EEO/AA EMPLOYER. TDD#
1-800-589-8292. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION OFFICER: Garee W. Earnest, Ph.D.,
Leader, Human Resources, OSU Extension, 2120 Fyffe Road,
Room 10, Columbus, OH 43210-1084.
Full position description:
http://extensionhr.osu.edu/jobs.html How to Apply:
http://extensionhr.osu.edu/career/apply.htm
COMMUNITY, NATURAL RESOURCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (CNRED)
EDUCATOR (100%) – BROWN COUNTY, WI.
Work with local government, civic organizations,
businesses and community leaders to enhance local
decision-making and help communities respond to new
challenges and opportunities. As a faculty member of the
University of Wisconsin-Extension, Cooperative
Extension, employed with Brown County, the Community,
Natural Resource and Economic Development Educator is an
educational leader
in teaching, accessing and applying research findings
from the fields of natural resources, leadership and
organizational development, community development, local
government education, business and economic development
in order to meet identified educational needs and
interests of citizens, civic groups, businesses and
local governments. Take a scholarly approach in
strengthening communities and local government through
educational programming that builds understanding and
leads to improved decision-making and leadership skills.
For a complete position description, required
qualifications and how to apply, please visit
www.uwex.edu/ces/hr/ .
AA/EEO Employer
CHAIRPERSON, DEPARTMENT OF
MICROBIOLOGY AND MOLECULAR GENETICS, MICHIGAN STATE
UNIVERSITY. Michigan
State University invites applications and nominations
for the position of Chairperson Department of
Microbiology and Molecular Genetics. This large,
vibrant, and diverse department has over 40 faculty
members who conduct research in all domains of life and
has outstanding graduate and undergraduate programs.
Focus areas include genomics and molecular genetics;
immunology and virology; microbial evolution, ecology
and physiology; and molecular pathogenesis. The
department serves the needs and interests of the College
of Veterinary Medicine, College of Human Medicine,
College of Natural Science, College of Osteopathic
Medicine, and Michigan AgBioResearch. The department is
located in a new, state-of-the-art building that also
houses the Departments of Physiology and Physics, and is
connected to buildings housing the Department of
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and Department of
Chemistry. The Chairperson will provide leadership for
the department and interdisciplinary activities on
campus. We seek an individual with an internationally
recognized research program that has been consistently
externally funded who also has demonstrated
administrative and interpersonal skills. The person
should have a strong commitment to graduate,
undergraduate, and professional education, and an
appreciation for the diverse areas of expertise in the
department. Continuation of an active research program
in any relevant area is expected and will be supported.
Application materials must include a statement of
interest highlighting specific strengths related to this
position including previous administrative experience
and accomplishments, research interests and plans,
funding history, and a statement about commitment to
diversity. Include also a curriculum vitae and names of
three references (who will not be contacted without your
permission). All materials should be assembled into one
PDF (less than 2 MB). The PDF should be uploaded to
https://jobs.msu.edu (posting # 8796).
Questions regarding this position may be sent to
the Chair of the Search Committee, Tom Sharkey, at
MMGChairSearch@cns.msu.edu. Review
of application materials will begin on February 1, 2014
and continue until a suitable candidate is
identified. The search committee is committed to
respecting and maintaining confidentiality until a list
of candidates for interviewing is determined.
Apply Here:
http://www.Click2Apply.net/wsmmkym .
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity
employer and is committed to achieving excellence
through diversity. The University actively encourages
applications of women, persons of color, veterans, and
persons with disabilities, and we endeavor to facilitate
employment assistance to spouses or partners of
candidates for faculty and academic staff positions.
Assistant/Associate Professor in
Forest Landscape Management,
School of Forest Resources, University of Maine,
Orono.
The School of Forest Resources, University of Maine, is
seeking an academic-year, tenure-track Assistant or
Associate Professor to teach and conduct research in the
field of forest landscape management, a core mission of
our SAF-accredited professional curricula at Maine’s
Land Grant University.
Rank at appointment commensurate with experience
and qualifications.
Our expectations are (1) a skilled teacher who
can integrate traditional principles of commodity
production with contemporary issues such as ecosystem
services, climate change, forest certification, and
natural disturbances, and (2) a scientist who can lead
empirical and model-based research involving large-scale
natural and social phenomena in forested landscapes for
our stakeholders and scientific community.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This is an
academic-year, tenure-track position with
responsibilities of 40% teaching and 60% research.
Teaching:
Responsibilities
include the core undergraduate course in Forest
Landscape Management & Planning (SFR 477; taught
annually), and a graduate and/or upper division course
in the candidate’s field of expertise which contributes
to the School’s advanced scientific and professional
coursework (taught alternate years).
SFR 477 is
designed to synthesize concepts covered in prior
curricula with the goal of imparting the analytical and
decision-making skills needed to manage forests under
diverse objectives. Participation
in Field Practice in Forest Resources (SFR300) and
Senior Capstone (SFR492) is also expected.
Research:
The successful
candidate will develop an externally funded and
nationally recognized research program in their
specialty.
The ideal candidate will develop and lead a focused
program to examine alternative management and policy
options for Maine’s forests, by creating or adapting
models of forest landscape dynamics that balance both
commodity outputs and ecosystem services.
Opportunities abound for leading creative,
collaborative projects that build on the School of
Forest Resources strengths in stand-level forest
science, disturbance ecology, biometrics, and social
sciences. As the State’s Land Grant University, service
and outreach to the region’s stakeholders is also
expected.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants
must have an earned Doctorate by date of hire.
Candidates
who believe they can meet our expectations are strongly
encouraged to apply regardless of their academic
background. A
degree from a forest resources program is a strong
asset. As
with any academic position, candidates with demonstrated
ability or strong potential to obtain extramural
research funding, publish in leading peer-reviewed
journals, participate in interdisciplinary
collaborations, and deliver effective classroom
instruction will be rated highly. A proven ability to
communicate effectively with students and professional
colleagues is essential.
BACKGROUND: The University of Maine is a
Land Grant and Sea Grant university. The School of
Forest Resources awards Bachelor of Science degrees in
Forestry; Bioproducts and Bioenergy; and Parks,
Recreation & Tourism; as well as Master of Science,
Master of Forestry, and Doctoral degrees in Forest
Resources. Detailed
information about the programs and faculty is available
at
www.forest.umaine.edu. The School is
closely aligned with a Center for Research on
Sustainable Forests (http://www.crsf.umaine.edu).
The School also manages 13,000 acres of forestland,
including the 4,000-acre Penobscot Experimental Forest
jointly managed with the USFS Northern Research Station.
The University of
Maine is located in Orono, a small college town bounded
by the Stillwater and Penobscot Rivers. The campus is
just eight miles north of Bangor, one of the largest
cities in Maine, and serves as the commercial and
medical hub for northern Maine. The Bangor Region is
centrally located in the state, providing nearby access
to mountains, forests, rivers, lakes, major parks
(Baxter State Park and Acadia National Park), and the
Atlantic coast. Orono is a 4-hour drive from Boston, 4.5
hours from Quebec City, and 45 minutes from Bar Harbor.
The School of Forest Resources is the intellectual
center of forest science and policy in Maine, a State
dominated by diverse privately owned forests and forest
owners, and is a leading center of excellence on the
flagship campus.
APPLICATION: To apply, submit an application letter with specific
information about disciplinary focus, professional
activities and other information relevant to meeting
position qualifications, including curriculum vitae;
academic transcripts; names, addresses & telephone
numbers of three references; copies of research
publications and course teaching evaluations (if
available) to:
Dr. Robert S. Seymour, Selection Committee Chair,
School of Forest Resources, 5755 Nutting Hall,
University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5755; Phone: (207)
944-9534; FAX (207) 581-2875;
rseymour@maine.edu.
Incomplete applications
cannot be considered.
Appropriate background checks also will be
required. Review
of applications will begin
February 16, 2014
and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is
identified.
The starting date for this position can be as soon as
July 1, 2014, or later if circumstances require.
View full position at
http://jobs.umaine.edu/blog/2013/12/17/assistantassociate-professor-in-forest-landscape-management/.
The University of
Maine is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer.
Assistant Professor of Applied Animal Behavior,
Department of Animal Science, University of California,
Davis.
The University of California at Davis is pleased to
announce recruitment for a tenure-track faculty position
in Applied Animal Behavior. The successful candidate
will join the Department of Animal Science in the
College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at
the rank of Assistant Professor. Criteria for
appointment include: a Ph.D. or equivalent in animal
behavior or a closely related field, a strong interest
in animal behavior of domestic animals relevant to
animal agriculture, a record of excellence in scholarly
research, and demonstrable potential to establish a
competitively-funded research program relevant to animal
behavior. The appointee will be responsible for teaching
undergraduate courses in animal ethics and animal
welfare, be actively involved in undergraduate advising,
curricular development and department and university
service. The appointee is also expected to guide and
mentor graduate students and participate in research and
outreach programs consistent with the mission of the CA
Agricultural Experiment Station. The Davis campus of the
University of California maintains state-the-art
research facilities and provides ready access to a
diverse array of poultry and livestock, including inbred
research lines. The collegial nature of the
faculty encourages and supports collaborative
interactions that may cross departmental and/or college
boundaries. The department resides within an
internationally renowned land-grant institution
dedicated to supporting California’s diverse
multi-billion dollar animal industries. The position is
a nine-month tenure track appointment. The community of
Davis sits amid the fertile orchards, fields and
vineyards of the Sacramento valley. Residents of
Davis enjoy a high quality of life in a University town
setting, situated between the Sierra Nevada Mountains
and the Napa Valley/San Francisco Bay area. Applicants
should submit materials via the following website:
https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF00204/.
Additional inquiries can be directed to Professor J.A.
Mench, Recruitment Advisory Committee Chair, Department
of Animal Science, One Shields Avenue, University of
California, Davis, CA 95616, telephone (530)
752-7125, jamench@ucdavis.edu. The position will remain
open until filled but to ensure consideration,
applications should be received by March 15, 2014.
UC Davis is an affirmative action/equal
employment opportunity employer and is dedicated to
recruiting a diverse faculty community. We welcome
all qualified applicants to apply, including women,
minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Assistant
Professor, Fish Ecology and
Management,
Department
of
Watershed
Sciences,
Quinney
College
of Natural Resources,
Utah
State
University.
The
Department
of Watershed
Sciences
(http://www.cnr.usu.edu/wats)
at Utah State
University
(http://www.usu.edu)
is seeking
applications
for a
tenure-track
position
in
freshwater
fish
ecology or
fisheries
management.
The division
of activities
will
be approximately
50%
research,
40% teaching,
and
10%
service.
This
position
is
one
of
four
in
aquatic
ecology
that
we anticipate
filling
in
the
next
three
years,
along with
multiple
positions
in
water
science
in
other
departments
as part
of a
University-wide
water
initiative.
The Department
offers
BS degrees
in
Fisheries
& Aquatic
Sciences
and Watershed
&
Earth
Systems.
It
offers MS
and
PhD degrees
in
Ecology,
Fisheries,
and
Watershed
Sciences.
The
position
is partially
funded
through
the
Ecology
Center (http://www.usu.edu/ecology/). The successful
applicant will
become
an
associate
of
the
Center
and
will
be
expected
to
contribute
to
Ecology
Center
programs.
Funding
covers
the
9-month
academic
year,
and the
faculty
member
can
acquire up
to
3
months
of summer
salary
from
extramural
grants.
We anticipate
that the
successful
candidate
can
begin
by
August
2014.
Research:
The
successful
applicant
will
develop
an
innovative,
externally
funded
research
program to
support
personal
scholarship and
graduate
student
education.
We are
interested
in candidates
with
strong
backgrounds
in
limnology
or
stream
ecology whose primary
research
focus
is
on either
non-game
or sport
fish. Candidates
who combine field-based
and experimental
approaches
in
their
research
are
especially
encouraged
to
apply. We
anticipate
the
successful
candidate
will
work closely
with
state
and
federal
natural
resource
agencies.
Areas
of specialization
might
include,
but are
not limited
to,
physiological ecology of fish,
trophic
ecology,
spatial
ecology
of fish
species and
communities,
ecological
response
of fish
to global
change,
and
fish
conservation
and
restoration.
Teaching:
The
successful
applicant
will
be
expected
to
contribute
to
both
undergraduate
and
graduate
teaching
with
a
course
load
of 6-8
semester
hours
per year.
Potential
courses
could
include
fish diversity,
fisheries
management,
general
ecology,
graduate seminars
in
the
candidate’s
area of
specialization,
or other
courses
as
required
by the
Department.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants
must
have a
Ph.D.
in fish
ecology,
fisheries,
aquatic
ecology,
or a
closely
related
discipline;
demonstrated expertise
in fish
ecology,
fisheries
management,
or
related discipline;
a
record of
peer-reviewed
publication
appropriate
to
career
stage;
and
evidence
of
excellence
in
teaching
or
the
ability
to
develop
into
an
excellent
teacher.
Applicants
should have interest
in
the integration
of physical
and ecological
sciences
within
a watershed
context
and have
the
ability
to communicate
knowledge
in
a way
that
is
useful for
management
and
policy.
Preferred
Qualifications:
Postdoctoral experience
is desirable. Application:
Applicants
must
submit
all
application
materials
electronically
via the
Utah
State
University
Human
Resources
web site:
http://jobs.usu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=59623.
Please submit
a cover
letter,
a complete
CV,
the
names
and emails
of 3
references,
and
statements
on your
research
interests
and
teaching
philosophy.
The
research
statement
should describe your
specific
research
interests
and
how these will
complement
those
of
current
faculty
within
the
Watershed
Sciences Department.
Your
teaching
philosophy
should
describe
your qualifications
for
teaching
both
undergraduate
and graduate students.
Please
upload
1-2
published
articles
under
the
'optional
document'
option.
The
position
is open
until
filled,
but review
of
applications
and
letters
of
recommendation
will
begin
12
February
2014.
Utah State
University
is
an
Affirmative
Action/Equal
Opportunity
Employer,
encourages
applications
from
women
and
minorities,
and
has
an
active
chapter
of SACNAS.
Questions
regarding
the
position should
be
directed to
the
Wayne
Wurtsbaugh, Search Chair, Dept.
of Watershed
Sciences,
wayne.wurtsbaugh@usu.edu,
435-797-2584.
Area
and Community:
Utah State
University is well situated
for diverse
research
opportunities
ranging
from
desert rivers
to alpine
lakes
and
streams
to large
reservoirs.
USU
is
located in
Logan, a
community
of 100,000
people
and is
85
miles
north of
Salt Lake
City.
It
is
situated
in scenic
Cache
Valley,
a
semi-rural
mountain
basin
offering
ski
resorts, lakes,
rivers,
and mountains.
The
area
has a
low
cost
of
living
and
ample
opportunities
for a
family-friendly professional
life
and
amenities
one would
find
in large
cities.
For
more
information
on
Logan see
http://www.tourcachevalley.com/.
Assistant Professor of Ecosystem Modeling, Department of
Forest, Rangeland, and Fire Sciences, College of Natural
Resources, University of Idaho.
Announcement #: 10000074207; Salary Range:
Commensurate with Experience; Full Time; Location:
Moscow, ID. The
Department of Forest, Rangeland, and Fire Sciences at
the University of Idaho (www.uidaho.edu/frfs)
seeks a new faculty member with expertise in
quantitative ecosystem modeling and particular interest
in research that integrates multiple disciplines (e.g.,
eco-physiology, hydrology, disturbances,
biogeochemistry, social-economics). We invite
applications for an academic-year, tenure-track faculty
position as an Assistant Professor to complement and
integrate with our diverse and productive faculty. The
position is being hired under the Idaho NSF EPSCoR
research program’s (http://www.idahoepscor.org/)
new award Managing Idaho’s Landscapes for Ecosystem
Services (MILES). The successful candidate will be
partially involved in EPSCoR-funded research activities
in Idaho focused on evaluating changes in ecosystem
services with shifts in climate and urbanization by
incorporating a diverse array of biophysical, social,
and statistical models. REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS: Completed Ph.D. at the time of
starting the position with experience in developing
and/or applying of ecosystem models; potential to
compete for external funding to support research;
research submitted to refereed journals; and potential
to excel in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.
Must: Applicants who are selected as final possible
candidates must be able to pass a criminal background
check. DESIRED
QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated ability to publish
articles in refereed journals, demonstrated ability to
secure external funding to support research; experience
in developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate
courses; proficiency in using integrative modeling
platforms; willingness to work with a variety of model
types (statistical, spatial, biophysical, systems, or
agent-based); experience with analyzing feedbacks and
interactions among different models; experience in
working with a diverse research team; interest in
working across diverse disciplines; and familiarity with
the mission of the College of Natural Resources and the
Idaho NSF EPSCoR program.
APPLICATION
PROCEDURE: Apply online at
http://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources.
We request a 1 page cover letter; a 2-3 page statement
of your teaching and research interests; full curriculum
vitae; copies of academic transcripts/degrees; up to 2
example publications highlighting your research (please
describe your role in the research if not lead author);
and contact information for three references.
Review of
applications will begin February 3rd 2014 and will
continue until a successful candidate is chosen with a
prospective starting date of August 1st 2014. Any
questions should be directed to the search chair:
CONTACT: Dr.
Alistair Smith, Chair of Search Committee, College of
Natural Resources, University of Idaho, Moscow, ID
83844-1133;
alistair@uidaho.edu.
About the University of Idaho:
Founded in 1889, the University of Idaho is the state’s
land-grant institution and its principal graduate
education and research university, bringing insight and
innovation to the state, the nation and the world.
University researchers attract nearly $100 million in
research grants and contracts each year. The University
of Idaho is the only institution in the state to be
classified by the prestigious Carnegie Foundation as
high research activity. The student population of 12,000
includes first-generation college students and
ethnically diverse scholars, who select from more than
130 degree options in the colleges of Agricultural and
Life Sciences; Art and Architecture; Business and
Economics; Education; Engineering; Law; Letters, Arts
and Social Sciences; Natural Resources; and Science. The
university also is charged with the statewide mission
for medical education through the WWAMI program. The
university combines the strength of a large university
with the intimacy of small learning communities and
focuses on helping students to succeed and become
leaders. It is home to the Vandals, and competes in the
Western Athletic Conference. For more information, visit
www.uidaho.edu.
Moscow, the home of the University of Idaho is a city of
22,000 people, nestled between Moscow Mountain and the
beautiful rolling hills of the Palouse. With a small
town friendliness and safety, Moscow is referred to as
the "Heart of the Arts," featuring an annual
international Jazz Festival, live music on the town, the
Rendezvous in the Park, and summer theatre. Moscow is a
great place for those who love the outdoors, with
beautiful rivers, lakes, and diverse mountains within
short driving distance. Moscow is also a great location
for higher education. The University of Idaho and
Washington State University, just eight miles apart,
share a large number of cross-listed courses and many
collaborative programs and research activities. Moscow
is 80 miles from Spokane, Washington, and an hour’s
flight from Seattle.
To enrich education through diversity, the University of
Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.
Assistant / Associate Professor of Natural Resources
Biometrics, Auburn University.
Auburn
University’s (AU) School of Forestry and Wildlife
Sciences (SFWS) invites applications for the position of
Assistant or Associate Professor Natural Resources
Biometrics. This is a full time, tenure track, 12 month
appointment with a 50% research and 50% teaching
appointment. Since 1946 the SFWS has provided a
comprehensive approach to forestry, wildlife, and
natural resources education, research, and outreach. Our
graduates are leaders in a diverse array of natural
resources-related companies, agencies, and non-profit
organizations. Additional
information about the School of Forestry and Wildlife
Sciences and its programs can be found at our website:
wp.auburn.edu/sfws.
Women and
Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. Responsibilities:
The incumbent should have
a broad background in statistics and natural
resources and the ability to collaborate with
researchers and students from natural resource
disciplines within the SFWS and AU.
Evidence of a strong research and teaching
background specifically in forest/natural resource
biometrics and more generally in sampling design,
experimental design, and modern methods of statistical
modeling is required. The individual will be expected to
teach a required undergraduate course in forest
measurements and additional courses in their field of
expertise. As
part of their teaching appointment, the successful
candidate will be expected to assist and advise graduate
students on statistical methods in natural resources.
They must also develop an extramurally-funded
research program that supports graduate education and
contributes substantially to scholarship.
Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in Forest Biometrics, Natural Resource
Biometrics, Quantitative Forest Ecology or related
discipline and a strong background in quantitative
methods and application. At least one degree in Forestry
is preferred.
The incumbent must present evidence of the
potential for teaching excellence and a solid record of
research productivity that includes publications in
high-quality refereed journals.
The candidate selected for this position must be
able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the
United States at the time appointment is scheduled to
begin and continue working legally for the proposed term
of employment.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication
skills are required.
To apply:
Applicants must complete the on-line
application at this link:
http://aufacultypositions.peopleadmin.com/postings/358
to include a complete biographical resume, transcripts,
statement of teaching and research philosophies, and the
names and contact information of three references.
The review date will begin March 1, 2014 and will
continue until a suitable candidate has been identified.
For additional information contact: Dr. Lisa Samuelson,
Chair, Search Committee, phone 334-844-1040, or e-mail:
samuelj@auburn.edu
.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Assistant Professor of Silviculture, School of Forest
Resources and Environmental Science, Michigan
Technological University.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science
at Michigan Technological University (http://forest.mtu.edu)
invites applications for the position of Assistant
Professor of Silviculture. This is a nine-month,
tenure-track position at Michigan Technological
University. Salary will be commensurate with
qualifications and experience.
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
We are seeking a colleague whose research interests are
centered on silviculture, with linkages to ecosystem
services; e.g., nutrient cycling, timber, bioenergy,
wildlife habitat, carbon sequestration, climate change
adaptation, recreation, and cultural, aesthetic, or
spiritual values. The candidate must have: 1) the
ability to teach effectively at the graduate and
undergraduate levels: 2) a Ph.D. in silvilculture, or a
closely related field, at the time of appointment; 3) a
record of research and scholarship in silviculture
including publications in peer-reviewed journals; and 4)
the ability to communicate effectively with students,
professionals, and the general public.
Preferred qualifications include: experience
teaching courses in silvics, silviculture, or managed
forest vegetation dynamics; post-doctoral research
experience and training; successful development of
competitive externally-funded grants; and experience or
background in resource management including experience
interacting with industrial land owners and natural
resource agencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Teach undergraduate
courses in silviculture and graduate course in the
candidate’s area of interest; 2) Develop a vigorous,
externally funded research program in silviculture and
forest vegetation dynamics; 3) Advise undergraduate
students, and direct graduate student research at the
M.S. and Ph.D. level; and 4) Participate in School and
University committees. The undergraduate teaching
responsibility includes two synergistic classes in
silviculture, one tailored to our majors in Forestry and
the other to majors in Applied Ecology and Environmental
Science and Wildlife Ecology and Management. Both
classes involve instruction in a field setting at the
School’s Ford Center and Forest
(http://www.mtu.edu/forest/fordcenter/) as an integral
part of a semester-long integrated field practicum. The
successful candidate will contribute to the School’s
vision as a premier, national center of excellence in
natural resources and environmental science education,
research, and outreach. Opportunities exist for
collaborations with the USFS Northern Research Station –
Climate, Fire and Carbon Cycle Science research unit
(www.nrs.fs.fed.us/units/climate/), Northern Institute
of Applied Climate Science
(http://www.nrs.fs.fed.us/niacs/), the Ecosystem Science
Center (www.mtu.edu/forest/esc/), the Center for Water
and Society (www.mtcws.mtu.edu),
the Sustainable Futures Institute (www.sfi.mtu.edu), and other faculty across campus.
THE UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY:
Michigan Tech’s School of Forest
Resources and Environmental Science is one of the most
productive forest research programs in the country. We
currently employ 25 tenure-track faculty, 5 research
faculty, 19 research professionals, and 19
administrative professionals and enroll 180
undergraduate and 85 graduate students. The School is
particularly well known for its excellence in the fields
of forestry, applied ecology, forest molecular genetics,
and wildlife management. In 2007, the Chronicle of
Higher Education ranked the School first in the Faculty
Scholarly Productivity Index in Forestry/Forest
Resources. The School’s faculty members were also ranked
No. 1 in the number of forestry journal citations by a
study published in the Journal of Forestry. Established
in 1885, Michigan Tech is a nationally recognized
research University, enrolls nearly 7,000 students and
is a leader in science and engineering education.
Michigan Tech is an ADVANCE institution, one of a
limited number of universities in receipt of NSF funds
in support of our commitment to increase diversity and
the participation and advancement of women in STEM.
Located in Houghton, on the shore of Lake Superior,
Michigan Tech offers a friendly, safe, and affordable
living environment with excellent opportunities for
exceptional, year-round outdoor recreation
opportunities.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send curriculum vita, copies
of transcripts, names of three references (with
telephone numbers, and mail and email addresses), a one
page statement of research interests and experience in
securing extramural support, a one page statement of
teaching philosophy, and selected reprints to:
https://www.jobs.mtu.edu/postings/1239.
Review of
applications will begin 01 January 2014 and will
continue until an appropriate candidate is chosen.
Michigan Tech is an ADVANCE institution, one of a
limited number of universities in receipt of NSF funds
in support of our commitment to increase diversity and
the participation and advancement of women in STEM.
Michigan
Technological University is an Equal Opportunity
Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer
Assistant Professor of Remote Sensing and
Spatial Analysis, School of Forest Resources and
Environmental Science, Michigan Technological
University.
Appointment Terms:
A nine month, tenure-track position at the Assistant
Professor level is available with the appointment
starting August 2014. Salary is commensurate with
qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities--Research:
We are seeking an outstanding candidate who is excited
about working in an interdisciplinary setting and will
complement existing faculty research interests and
strengths. The candidate is expected to develop a
nationally and internationally recognized, externally
funded research program involving Masters and Doctoral
students in the areas of remote sensing, digital image
processing, and spatial analysis. Specific areas of
expertise are flexible, but experience in the fields of
LIDAR, hyperspectral imagery, GIS and spatial statistics
related to natural resource management issues are highly
desirable. Teaching: Responsibilities will involve undergraduate and
graduate courses. Undergraduate teaching includes, but
is not limited to, an upper level introductory course in
Environmental Remote Sensing. This course is required
for students completing the undergraduate GIS
certificate. At the graduate level, courses in advanced
Environmental Remote Sensing and Digital Image
Processing are required by students completing the
Remote Sensing minor and the Professional Masters in
GIS. Graduate teaching may also include development of
courses in the candidate’s area of expertise that will
contribute to the School’s rapidly expanding graduate
programs in Forestry, Forest Ecology and Management,
Applied Ecology, Forest Science, and Forest Molecular
Genetics and Biotechnology and the Professional Masters
in GIS. Institution: The successful candidate will contribute to the
School’s vision as a premier, national center of
excellence in natural resources and environmental
science education, research and outreach. Opportunities
exist for collaborations with the Michigan Tech Research
Institute (MTRI,
www.mtri.org),
the Integrated Geospatial Technology graduate program (http://www.mtu.edu/gradschool/programs/degrees/geospatial/)
and
other faculty across campus.
Environment: Michigan Tech’s School of Forest Resources and
Environmental Science is one of the most productive
forest research programs in the country. We currently
employ 25 tenure-track faculty, 5 research faculty, 19
research professionals, and 19 administrative
professionals and enroll 180 undergraduate and 85
graduate students. The School is particularly well known
for its excellence in the fields of forestry, applied
ecology, forest molecular genetics, and wildlife
management. A newly approved Master of Geographic
Information Science (MGIS) professional program (www.mtu.edu/forest/graduate/masters/mgis/)
provides current and cutting-edge education in
Geographic Information Science and related technologies,
and trains students to work as GIS specialists and
managers. A strong foundation in core geospatial
principles is featured, as well as interdisciplinary
study in statistics, communications, environmental
policy, and business. Established in 1885, Michigan Tech
is a nationally recognized research University,
enrolling nearly 7,000 students and is a leader in
science and engineering education. Michigan Tech is an
ADVANCE institution, one of a limited number of
universities in receipt of NSF funds in support of our
commitment to increase diversity and the participation
and advancement of women in STEM. Michigan Tech
acknowledges the importance of supporting dual career
partners in attracting and retaining a quality
workforce.
Michigan Tech is committed to offering career
exploration advice and assistance whenever feasible and
appropriate at the University and in the local
community.
See
www.dual.mtu.edu
for additional information. Located in Houghton, on the
shore of Lake Superior, Michigan Tech offers a friendly,
safe, and affordable living environment with excellent
opportunities for exceptional, year-round outdoor
recreation.
Qualifications: Ph.D. required at time of
appointment. A relevant natural science degree,
demonstrated interest and expertise in remote sensing,
digital image processing, spatial statistics, GIS, and
post-doctoral research and extramural grant writing
experience are strongly desired. Women and minority
candidates are encouraged to apply.
Application
Procedure: Send curriculum vita, copies of
transcripts, names of three references (with telephone
numbers, mail and email addresses), a one page statement
of research interests and experience in securing
extramural support, a one page statement of teaching
philosophy, and
selected reprints to:
http://www.jobs.mtu.edu/postings/1252.
Review of applications will begin January 15, 2014
and continue until
an appropriate candidate is selected.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal
Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity
Employer
MUSEUM
DIRECTOR. Michigan State University seeks a dynamic
leader with significant museum experience to serve as
director of
its AAM-accredited science and culture museum.
Founded in 1857 as part of the university’s land-grant
mission, the MSU Museum
museum.msu.edu
serves university and world-wide academic communities,
scholars and public audiences through collections,
research, exhibitions, public programs and services. MSU
itself began as a bold experiment that democratized
higher education and helped bring science and innovation
into everyday life. Today, MSU is one of the top
research universities in the world and the Museum
reflects its broad, multi-disciplinary scope and
commitment to excellence. The new director will advance
the Museum’s mission of research, scholarship and public
engagement, provide sound management and fiscal
direction, and balance the unique needs and interests of
multiple constituencies. The new director will obtain
extramural funding, and strengthen university investment
in support of scholarship, technology, education,
exhibition and distance learning activities of the
Museum. The new director will enhance collaborations
among the MSU Museum, other academic units and other
organizations where they intersect with teaching,
research, exhibits, and public programs. The MSU Museum
has significant science and culture collections that
include approximately one million specimens and objects
in Anthropology, Natural Science, Folk Arts and History.
It is comprised of 30 full and part-time administrative,
faculty, curatorial and support staff. The public museum
building contains exhibits, natural science collections,
and office space. Additional science and culture
collections are housed in three other campus buildings.
The collections are accessible through multiple national
electronic databases. The staff members are engaged in
exhibition development, including a traveling exhibition
service. They are involved locally, nationally and
internationally in research, scholarship, the
development of collections and electronic access to
collections data. Staff members also work with diverse
communities in research and programming. The MSU Museum
is a Smithsonian Affiliate, a CITES-registered
institution, and a partner with the Michigan Council of
Arts and Cultural Affairs in select statewide programs.
The MSU Museum is administered by the Office of the
Provost; the director reports to the Associate Provost
for University Outreach and Engagement. MSU Colleges of
Arts and Letters, Social Science, Natural Science,
Education and Agriculture and Natural
Resources/Extension provide funding and staff to the
museum. The Museum cultivates and maintains
interdisciplinary linkages across campus, particularly
in college-based programs in the sciences, arts and
humanities, and international studies. The ideal
candidate will have: (1) an innovative vision
for a multidisciplinary university museum that bridges
the Two Cultures; (2) extensive executive leadership
experience in a museum; (3) a proven record of sound
administrative and fiscal management, and experience
with accreditation and/or best practices in professional
museum standards; (4) demonstrated success in extramural
grants, fundraising and growing membership base; (5)
evidence of successful collaboration with diverse
stake-holders; (6) a doctoral degree in a discipline
related and complementary to the work and collections of
the Museum; (7) a significant record of scholarship and
research sufficient to be tenured at Michigan State
University. For inquiries and additional information,
contact the chair of the search committee, Professor
Robert Pennock at
pennock5@msu.edu. Position is open until filled.
Review of applications will
begin on Jan 17, 2014. To
apply, please submit a cover letter of interest, a full
curriculum vitae, contact information for three
references, and three representative scholarly
publications through the MSU COMPASS application system
located at
https://jobs.msu.edu.
Search for job posting # 8678.
Michigan State University is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from
women and members of minorities are strongly encouraged.
Persons with disabilities have the right to request and
receive reasonable accommodation.
Apply Here:
http://www.Click2Apply.net/fg643v3
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, WILDLIFE ECOLOGY, CLEMSON UNIVERSITY.
The School of Agricultural, Forest, and Environmental Sciences (SAFES),
Division of Natural Resources, is seeking to fill a tenure-track
position at the Assistant Professor level with specialization in the
ecology, management, and conservation of terrestrial mammalian wildlife.
The position is a 9-month, academic year appointment and is
approximately 50% teaching/50% research, although this split may vary
slightly among years. The anticipated starting date is 15 August 2014.
Clemson is a Land Grant university situated in the Upper Piedmont of
South Carolina, USA. The 1,400 acre campus is part of the 18,000 acres
of University Farms and Forests devoted to teaching and research.
Clemson University is recognized as a top 25 public university by U.S.
News and World Report. This position will require significant
contributions to teaching, advising, and mentoring. The successful
applicant will teach on average two undergraduate and one graduate
course per year. Courses of interest at the undergraduate level include
but are not limited to Wildlife Biology, Principles of Fish & Wildlife
Biology, Mammalogy, and Habitat Analysis and Modeling. The Wildlife
Ecologist will develop a graduate-level course that adds analytical and
conceptual dimensions to the graduate program. Duties also include
undergraduate advising for students in the Wildlife and Fisheries
Biology major. Service to university and professional communities is
expected. The successful candidate will develop a nationally
recognized and externally funded research program supporting both
graduate and undergraduate students that focuses on current and emerging
issues in mammalian wildlife ecology and the management and conservation
of large mammals and their habitat. The candidate is expected to develop
strong collaborative relationships with state and federal wildlife
agencies as well as NGOs. Applicants that integrate aspects of
wildlife-habitat modeling, applied wildlife ecology, game management,
quantitative ecology, or related disciplines with a focus on large game
will be favored. QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualifications include a Ph.D. in wildlife, ecology and environmental
sciences, zoology, natural resources, or related areas. Preference will
be given to candidates with post-doctoral research and/or teaching
experience, evidence of research productivity, and potential to secure
external research funding to support an active research program that
supports the Land Grant mission. Candidates with strong records of
undergraduate teaching and mentoring are preferred. Women and minorities
are encouraged to apply. PAY & WORK SCHEDULE: Standard
Hrs: 37.5; Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.
JOB LOCATION: Poole Agricultural Center- Clemson Main
Campus.
JEANNE CLERY ACT: The
Jeanne Clery Disclosure Act requires institutions of higher education to
disclose campus security information including crime statistics for the
campus and surrounding areas. As a current or prospective Clemson
University employee, you have a right to obtain a copy of this
information for this institution. For more information
regarding our Employment, Campus Safety and Benefits, please visit the
Human Resources - Prospective Employees web page shown at:
http://www.clemson.edu/cao/humanresources/prospective/.
Clemson University is an
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate
against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age,
color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual
orientation, veteran status or genetic information.
Apply Here:
http://www.Click2Apply.net/nw5pg37
Assistant Professor of Forest Biology,
Department of Forest, Rangeland, and Fire Sciences, College of Natural
Resources, University of Idaho.
The Department of Forest, Rangeland, and Fire Sciences at the University
of Idaho invites applications for an academic-year, tenure-track faculty
position in forest biology at the rank of Assistant Professor.
QUALIFICATIONS: (1)
Required: PhD in Forest Biology or close equivalent by the time of
hire. Evidence of potential to secure extramural funding and
demonstrated ability to publish research results in refereed journals.
Evidence of ability to teach at the undergraduate and graduate level
effectively. Strong communication skills, both written and
verbal. Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be
able to pass a criminal background check. (2) Desired: Demonstrated
interest in and ability to teach Dendrology. Experience in field botany.
Postdoctoral or similar experience with a successful record of
extramural funding for research. Experience in multidisciplinary
collaboration addressing important contemporary research questions. At
least one degree in forestry or close equivalent. Familiarity with the
land grant mission and forest management. We are especially interested
in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research,
teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the
academic community. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Contact/Application
procedure: To apply online, please visit
http://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources.
Candidates must submit a letter of application outlining how you meet
the required and desired qualifications, curriculum vitae, transcripts,
a statement of teaching philosophy including experience and
effectiveness, a statement of research interests, contact information
for three references, and PDF copies of one or two refereed publications
with a brief explanation of your role in authorship (if not lead
author). Review of
applications will begin January 6, 2014 and will continue until a
successful candidate has been identified with a prospective starting
date of July 2014. For more information about the position contact: Katy
Kavanagh, Chair, Forest Biology Search Committee, Department of Forest,
Rangeland and Fire Sciences, Moscow ID 83844-1133 OR
katyk@uidaho.edu,
208-885-2552. The Institution: The University of Idaho is the Land
Grant institution of Idaho, located in the Panhandle of northern Idaho
at the ecotone of the Palouse prairie and the Rocky Mountain forests.
The town of Moscow is a vibrant university community with year-round
social, cultural and outdoor activities. Moscow is also a great location
for higher education. The University of Idaho and Washington State
University, just eight miles apart, share a large number of cross-listed
courses and many collaborative programs and research activities. Moscow
is 80 miles from Spokane, Washington, and an hour's flight from Seattle.
The College of Natural Resource has three academic departments: Fish and
Wildlife Sciences; Forestry, Rangeland and Fire Sciences; and
Conservation Social Sciences, and offers 8 undergraduate degree programs
and 3 graduate degrees (MS, PhD and Master of Natural Resources).
Current enrollment in the college includes 600 undergraduate and 200
graduate students. The College manages several outstanding field
stations and experimental forests (http://www.uidaho.edu/cnr/taylor
and
http://www.uidaho.edu/cnr/moss)
and is known for its engaged field studies and outreach programs. The
university is located near many terrestrial and aquatic habitats for
field research sites, is nationally known for its strong program in
forest sciences, and has excellent working relationships with state and
federal agencies, non-governmental organizations, and Native American
tribes. See
http://www.uidaho.edu/cnr/frfs
for more information.
To enrich education through diversity, the University of Idaho is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Assistant or Associate Professor of Wildlife Ecology, University of
Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
The
College of Natural Resources (CNR) has a full time (9-month), tenure
track, academic year teaching (100%) position available in the Wildlife
Ecology Discipline. The position will be focused on Resource Policy and
Law, Environmental Law Enforcement Theory and Principles, and Human
Dimensions of Wildlife and other courses as needed. The successful
applicant will be expected to teach 12 credits each semester, direct and
assess the Resource Management Law Enforcement major and minor and serve
as advisor for undergraduate students in those programs. The incumbent
will coordinate the Warden Internship program for additional
compensation during the summer. Teaching a minimum of three weeks during
the summer field experience or in the European Environmental Studies
Seminar for additional compensation is also required if necessary. Other
duties include graduate student advising, and contribution to college
and university governance. Faculty members are expected to accomplish a
record of scholarly achievement in their field of interest to complement
teaching responsibilities. Opportunities exist for involvement in
research, outreach and international programs to meet University
scholarship and service requirements. Experience in and desire to work
with diverse populations of learners and stakeholders is required. The
Wildlife Ecology Discipline is in the College of Natural Resources (CNR)
at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (www.uwsp.edu/cnr/)
and is one of the largest undergraduate wildlife programs in North
America with over 500 undergraduate students. The CNR has approximately
1700 undergraduates, 100 graduate students, and over 130 faculty and
staff. The College supports premier undergraduate natural resource
programs with disciplines in Fisheries and Water Resources, Forestry,
Human Dimensions of Natural Resource Management, Soil and Waste
Resources, Wildlife Ecology, and the Department of Paper Science and
Engineering. The University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point is a
comprehensive regional university with 9500 undergraduate and 250
graduate students. Stevens Point, a pleasant college community with a
population of 25,000, is midway between Milwaukee and Minneapolis near
the center of the state. The area offers a wide range of cultural,
shopping and outdoor recreational opportunities. Qualifications:
Required: (1) Ph.D. (completion or be near completion) in Wildlife
Ecology, Wildlife Management, Environmental Policy and Law, Human
Dimensions of Wildlife Management, or a closely related field by the
date of appointment. The relevant Ph.D. is required prior to the second
retention decision; (2) Strong field skills, including the ability to
operate field equipment necessary for teaching and research in wildlife
management. Preferred: (1) Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate
teaching; (2) Ability to work with students in field applications; (3)
Demonstrated ability to conduct applied research and to mentor graduate
and undergraduate research (4) Demonstrated ability to obtain
extra-mural funding (5) Collaborative team work experience with a
natural resource management and/or law enforcement agency.
Appointment Date: August 2014. Terms of Employment: Tenure
track, full-time, academic year appointment (9 months). Salary is
commensurate with education and professional experience. To Apply:
Visit
http://www.uwsp.edu/equity/Job%20Vacancies/job%20opening%2014-54F28.pdf
Deadline:
Screening of applicants will begin on January 6, 2014 and continue until
a suitable candidate is found.
If you
have any questions regarding the application process, need special
arrangements, or submitted your application with missing materials,
please call or email:
Sallie
Kitzrow, Human Resources, Phone: (715)346-4351, Email:
skitzrow@uwsp.edu.
For additional information regarding the position, please call or email:
Dr. Eric Anderson, Chair of Search and Screen Committee, Phone:
(715)346-3859, Email:
eanderso@uwsp.edu.
The
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with
disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Chairperson, Department of Entomology, Michigan State University
(MSU).
We seek
applications from candidates with commitment to efficient and attentive
academic administration, and with established scientific credentials to
lead this major Land-Grant Department of Entomology to even greater
prominence over the next decade. Departmental activities include:
undergraduate and graduate teaching, fundamental and applied research on
a diverse range of insect and nematode systems, as well as extension and
outreach. Entomology at MSU has strong linkages across the College of
Agriculture and Natural Resources as well as across the campus and
beyond. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. MSU is
committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity and we
encourage applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color,
veterans and persons with disabilities. Details of this position and
application process are at:
www.ent.msu.edu, and at the human
resources website:
www.hr.msu.edu/hiring/msujobs.htm
under position number 8085.
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