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Position:
Assistant Professor of Forest Biostatistics and Ecological Modeling.
School of Forestry and the Ecological Restoration Institute
Northern Arizona University
Description:
The School of Forestry and the Ecological Restoration Institute at Northern Arizona University invite applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Forest Biostatistics and Ecological Modeling. This is a 9-month, tenure-track appointment, with an anticipated start date of 8/17/2012. The successful applicant will be expected to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels (e.g., forest biostatistics, research design, simulation or process modeling, multi-model inference, structural equation modeling, sampling), develop a productive, externally-funded research program, and advise graduate students. The minimum qualification is an earned Ph.D. conferred by start date and at least on degree in natural resources or a related field.
Position Available:
8/17/2012
Application Deadline:
2/6/2012
Application:
To apply, please submit an application package that addresses your qualifications for, and interest in, this position. Please include in your package: 1-2 page cover letter; curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; a statement of research accomplishments, interests, and vision; a copy of transcripts; three letters of recommendation; and reprints of up to three relevant publications. Please send your application package electronically to: ForestrySoilsSearch@xdl.nau.edu. For more information, please contact Dr. Thomas E. Kolb, Search Committee Chair, School of Forestry, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff AZ 86011-5018; phone: 928.523.7491.
Dr. Thomas E. Kolb, Search Committee Chair
School of Forestry
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5018
Email: ForestrySoilsSearch@xdl.nau.edu
Position:
Assistant Professor of Forest Soils and Ecosystem Ecology
School of Forestry
Northern Arizona University
Description:
Job Description
The School of Forestry at Northern Arizona University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Forest Soils and Ecosystem Ecology. This is a 9-month, tenure-track appointment. We seek an applicant with expertise in forest soils and ecosystem ecology, broadly defined, whose interests will support, build, and complement the School of Forestry’s and NAU’s strong programs in these and related areas. The successful applicant will be expected to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels (e.g., forest soils, forest ecology, ecosystem ecology), develop a productive, externally-funded research program, advise graduate students (MF, MS, and PhD), and serve the School of Forestry, Northern Arizona University, and the profession. The anticipated start date for this position is August 17, 2012.
Minimum Qualifications
An earned Ph.D. in forestry, soil science, ecosystem ecology or related field conferred by start date.
Position Available:
8/17/2012
Application Deadline:
2/6/2012
Application:
To apply, please submit an application package that addresses your qualifications for, and interest in, this position. Please include in your package: 1-2 page cover letter; curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; a statement of research accomplishments, interests, and vision; a copy of transcripts; three letters of recommendation; and reprints of up to three relevant publications. Please send your application package electronically to: ForestrySoilsSearch@xdl.nau.edu
Dr. Thomas E. Kolb
School of Forestry
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5018
Position:
Assistant/Associate Professor
Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Department
California Polytechnic State University
Description:
The Natural Resources Management & Environmental Sciences Department at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking a full-time, academic year, assistant/associate professor to begin 9-10-2012. This position is in the area of wildland hydrology and watershed management. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is full-time teaching appointment with expectations for professional development through research and project work. In addition to understanding wildland surface water processes, there will be particular interest in those candidates with expertise in Geographical Information Systems, vadose zone and groundwater hydrology and wildland water quality analysis and monitoring. The successful candidate will teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in watershed management, watershed hydrology, GIS, and other courses depending on his/her area of expertise. Qualified candidates must demonstrate the potential for collaborative research in environmental science and management with interests in wildland (particularly forest ecosystems) science and management. The successful candidate is expected to participate in scholarly activities (i.e., research, publishing, grant writing) as part of his/her professional development. Additional expectations include supervision of graduate students, senior project students, team teaching assignments, and advising undergraduate and graduate students. Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interests in undergraduate and graduate teaching are required. Ph.D. required at the time of appointment with an emphasis in watershed management or forest hydrology, or closely related field. Additional desired areas of expertise could include demonstrated excellence in university level teaching and the ability to play an important interdisciplinary role across all programs.
Application Deadline:
2/24/2012
Application:
For details, qualifications, and application instructions (online faculty application required), visit WWW.CALPOLYJOBS.ORG and apply to Requisition#102456. Please attach a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, references, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Please see online posting for mailing three original letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts will be required prior to an appointment. Review of applications will begin 2-24-2012. Applications received after that date may be considered. Cal Poly State University is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications and nominations of all qualified individuals.
Position:
Assistant Professor
Department of Forestry and Natural Resources
Purdue University
Description:
The Department of Forestry and Natural Resources at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, is seeking applicants for an assistant professor of wildlife ecology and management. This is a tenuretrack, academic-year appointment with both research and teaching responsibilities.
Application Deadline:
2/29/2012
Application:
Submit: 1) letter of application; 2) curriculum vitae; and 3) three letters of reference. The application should contain formal one-page statements of research interests and teaching philosophy. Please do not include reprints with these application materials.
Dr. Patrick Zollner, Chair, Wildlife Ecology and Management Search Committee
Purdue University
Department of Forestry and Natural Resources
715 West State Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2061
Email: pzollner@purdue.edu
Position:
Assistant/Associate Professor of Forestry and Superintendent
College of Ag
New Mexico State University
Description:
Provide leadership for forestry research in New Mexico; program will focus on research needs in the Mora Valley and statewide. Past statewide research and outreach has emphasized restoration and reclamation, tree improvement, seedling production and reforestation, and forest management in the face of climate change. Additional areas of research could include, but are not limited to- forest biology, including genetics; forest health and sustainability; Christmas tree production; woody biofuels; forestation biology; mechanical and fire thinning; wood harvesting. Opportunities for collaboration on research and graduate student education exist with main campus (Las Cruces, NM) faculty, and through agencies, groups and programs such as the U.S. Forest Service, NRCS, Tribes, private landowners, New Mexico Tree Farm Program, Forest Stewardship Council, and the Collaborative Forest Restoration Program. Successful candidate will be expected to actively pursue extramural funding and publish research in peer-reviewed journals. Will be responsible for overseeing the state forestry seedling production program, currently more than 100,000 trees/year. Administrative responsibilities will be to supervise and evaluate work of Center’s staff, and oversee maintenance of the Center’s equipment, facilities and grounds.
Application Deadline:
2/29/2012
Application:
Dr. Steve Guldan, Chair, c/o Esther Ramirez
Plant & Environmental Sciences
NMSU
945 College Drive
PO Box 30003, MSC 3Q
Las Cruces, NM 88003
Email: sguldan@nmsu.edu
Position:
Extension Assistant Professor
Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources
University of Vermont
Description:
The Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources (RSENR) and the University of Vermont Extension Program invite applications for a full-time, 12- month, non-tenure track Extension Assistant Professor in forestry.
We seek a person with excellent leadership and communication skills to advance initiatives that promote working landscapes, sustainable forest management, and integrated and diversified systems of forest uses, opportunities and products. The successful candidate will work with forest owners, consultants, scientists, industry groups, state forestry personnel, and citizens to support the analysis, adoption, implementation and evaluation of forestry initiatives aimed at enhancing the long-term ecological and economic sustainability of Vermont's forests. Specific training and skills in one or more of the following topical areas is desirable: green forest practices and certification; forest bio-energy resources; forests and carbon markets; climate change; ecosystem services; conservation biology and planning; forests as settings for tourism and recreation; linkages between forests and agricultural systems; invasive species; or analytic approaches to decision-making related to multiple objectives of forests.
Position Available:
9/1/2012
Application Deadline:
3/1/2012
Application:
Applications should be filed at www.uvmjobs.com. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. We anticipate a start date of September 2012. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Patricia A. Stokowski, Chair, Extension Assistant Professor of Forestry (Patricia.Stokowski@uvm.edu, or 802-656-3093).
Patricia A. Stokowski, Chair
Extension Assistant Professor of Forestry
Email: Patricia.Stokowski@uvm.edu
Position:
Assistant Professor Silviculture
Department of Forestry, School of Natural Resources
University of Missouri
Description:
The Department of Forestry at the University of Missouri located in Columbia, Missouri is soliciting applications for a silviculturist/ quantitative ecologist at the rank of assistant professor. This is a tenure-track position with both teaching and research responsibilities.
Position Available:
8/1/2012
Application Deadline:
3/15/2012
Application:
Applicants should submit in electronic format a letter of application, curriculum vitae, description of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy, and names and contact information for three references to: http://www.hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic.For additional help completing this application or submitting attachments, mailto:Human Resource Services at muhrs@missouri.edu anytime, or call 573-882-7976 during regular business hours.
Rose-Marie Muzika
Department of Forestry
The School of Natural Resources
203 Anheuser-Busch Natural Resources Bldg.
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO 65211-7240
Email: Muzika@missouri.edu
Position:
Assistant/Associate Professor of Forest Resource Management
Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture
Stephen F. Austin State University
Description:
The Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture seeks candidates for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Forest Resource Management position. The incumbent will teach undergraduate and graduate courses each fall and spring semester that relate to the management of forests and related natural and environmental resources. The incumbent is expected to develop and offer undergraduate and graduate courses that may be independently taught or that may be co-taught with other faculty members. The undergraduate forestry curriculum will be reviewed for modification in the coming academic year, and the incumbent will be an active palt of the discussion and curriculum revision process. The incumbent is expected to develop a graduate-level course that will appeal broadly to graduate students in the College. The incumbent is also expected to develop a successful research program relating to the management of forests and related natural and environmental resources in the Gulf Coastal Plain. Collaboration is expected with other researchers in the College's Forest Resources Institute; collaboration is critical for transdisciplinary work that addresses forests and related resources from multiple perspectives, potentially including timber, fire, wildlife, watersheds, recreation, urban interests, the wildland urban interface, and biodiversity/environmental resources. It is important that the incumbent view the forest resource management position as a key component of multidisciplinary, team-based research addressing key societal challenges at regional, national, and international levels. Research responsibilities include developing an approved McIntire-Stennis project, as well as obtaining external financial support, mentoring graduate students, and publishing results in peer-reviewed journals, proceedings, and other publications. When appropriate, the incumbent is also expected to collaborate with professionals and scientists who are external to the College. The incumbent is expected to patticipate in outreach and service to the College, the University, the forestry profession, and the citizens of Texas. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in forest resource management or a closely related field. The degree must be completed prior to the date of employment. At least one degree must be in forestry. An interest in the scholarship of teaching and learning will be considered a plus, as will an interest in distance education and technology-assisted teaching, outreach, and engagement. The incumbent should have an interest in working with other faculty and staff to develop service-based learning, internships, and related experiential learning activities that develop higher-order competencies.
Position Available:
8/1/2012
Application Deadline:
3/31/2012
Application:
For full consideration, please submit online by the closing date: (1) a letter of application to include a summary of academic training, professional experience, qualifications, and teaching and research interests related to the position; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) transcripts of all college or university work; (4) names and complete contact information (including phone and e-mail address) of three references; and (5) statements of teaching and research philosophies and career objectives. All application materials must be submitted on-line. Transcripts should be attached as "Other Document." Applications will not be considered complete until all documents have been received. Official transcripts will be required prior to interview. The website for applications is http://careers.sfasu.edu/.
Dr. Hans M. Williams, Associate Dean and Chair
Forest Resource Management Search Committee
Stephen F. Austin State University
P.O. Box 6109 SFA Station
Nacogdoches, TX 75962-6109
Email: hwilliams@sfasu.edu
Position:
Assistant Professor of Outdoor Enterprise Management
Department of Horticulture, Forestry and Recreation Resources
College of Agriculture
Kansas State University
Description:
This is a tenure-track 12-month, teaching/research (75/25) position. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining a successful teaching program and an active program in applied and/or fundamental research in support of the wildlife and outdoor enterprise management (WOEM) industry.
The WOEM curriculum is a four-year university program created to train professional operational managers for hunting/shooting preserves and resorts, gamebird production companies, and fishing resorts and outdoor experience companies (www.hfrr.ksu.edu/woem).
Position Available:
7/1/2012
Application Deadline:
4/1/2012
Application:
To ensure consideration, each candidate should submit a cover letter that includes a statement of professional goals for teaching and research, their curriculum vitae with a complete list of publications, at least three letters of reference and official transcripts of all college-level work.
Mrs. Sam Reyer
Department of Horticulture, Forestry and Recreation Resources
Kansas State University
2021 Throckmorton Plant Science Center
Manhattan, KS 66506
Email: creyer@ksu.edu
Position:
Assistant/Associate Professor – Forest Health
School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences
Auburn University
Description:
Auburn University's School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor in the area of Forest Health and the interactions of introduced and native fungi and insect vectors in forest ecosystems located in the southern US. This is a 12-month, tenure-track position, with 80% research and 20% teaching responsibilities. Additional information about the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences and its programs can be found at our website: https://sites.auburn.edu/academic/sfws/Pages/default.aspx
Application Deadline:
4/1/2012
Application:
To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, official transcripts, and names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to Mrs. Pam Beasley (beaslpa@auburn.edu) School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, 3301 Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building, 602 Duncan Drive, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849-5418.
Dr. Art Chappelka
Phone: 334-844-1084
Email: chappah@auburn.edu