Montana State University
Assistant Professor of Rangeland Ecology
Montana State University, Oregon, Illinois, United States, 61061
Assistant Professor of Rangeland Ecology
To apply, submit all of the following:A letter of application addressing the above required and preferred qualifications,A current curriculum vita,A copy of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire),The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three (3) current professional references.An application packet including all of the above items as listed is highly encouraged. Missing materials or information may result in your application not being considered for the position.Electronic submissions in PDF format are required, and must have the applicant’s signature on the letter of application. For electronic submittals, please indicate “Applicant – Search 24150” in the subject line of the email.Position Information
Announcement Number:
FAC - VA - 24150For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Dr. Craig Carr, Search Committee Chair c/o Julie Hager at (406) 994-7953 or
jhager@montana.eduPosition Overview
Classification Title:
Assistant Professor of Rangeland EcologyTenure Track:
YesSalary:
$74,000 - $78,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualificationsGeneral Statement:
Rangeland comprises 65% of Montana’s land area and provides many of the ecosystem services that make Montana a special place—clean air, clean water, scenic beauty, open space, and abundant wildlife.Duties and Responsibilities
The position is 45% academic teaching, 45% research/scholarship, and 10% service.The successful applicant will be required to develop and implement nationally recognized teaching and research programs in rangeland ecology and management with emphases in riparian systems, prescribed and/or wildland fire, and/or grazing management.The successful candidate will have on-campus teaching responsibilities that will include undergraduate courses in topics such as Fire Ecology & Management, Riparian Ecology and Management, Wildlife & Livestock Habitat Restoration, and/or Grazing Ecology and Management.As a tenure-track faculty member, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in departmental activities, publish in reputable peer-reviewed journals, secure extramural funding, mentor graduate students, and contribute to teaching and learning efforts.Required Qualifications
Ph.D. degree in Rangeland Ecology and Management or related discipline (must be earned at the time of hire).Record of research and publication in Natural Resources or Rangeland Ecology and Management.A demonstrated record of, or high potential for securing extramural and competitive funding.A demonstrated record of, or high potential for effective teaching at the college or university level.Ability to effectively mentor a diverse student body, including women and minorities.Preferred Qualifications
A record of research and publication in either riparian ecology, fire ecology, or grazing ecology.Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and participate in interdisciplinary research.A demonstrated record of, or high potential to work effectively with local, state, and/or federal natural resources and rangeland stakeholders.Ability to effectively write and communicate research to non-scientific audiences.Physical Demands
Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.Additional Information
In accordance with MSU policy, hiring will be conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check.This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job.Application Screening
Screening of applications will begin
September 1, 2024 . Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
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To apply, submit all of the following:A letter of application addressing the above required and preferred qualifications,A current curriculum vita,A copy of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire),The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three (3) current professional references.An application packet including all of the above items as listed is highly encouraged. Missing materials or information may result in your application not being considered for the position.Electronic submissions in PDF format are required, and must have the applicant’s signature on the letter of application. For electronic submittals, please indicate “Applicant – Search 24150” in the subject line of the email.Position Information
Announcement Number:
FAC - VA - 24150For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Dr. Craig Carr, Search Committee Chair c/o Julie Hager at (406) 994-7953 or
jhager@montana.eduPosition Overview
Classification Title:
Assistant Professor of Rangeland EcologyTenure Track:
YesSalary:
$74,000 - $78,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualificationsGeneral Statement:
Rangeland comprises 65% of Montana’s land area and provides many of the ecosystem services that make Montana a special place—clean air, clean water, scenic beauty, open space, and abundant wildlife.Duties and Responsibilities
The position is 45% academic teaching, 45% research/scholarship, and 10% service.The successful applicant will be required to develop and implement nationally recognized teaching and research programs in rangeland ecology and management with emphases in riparian systems, prescribed and/or wildland fire, and/or grazing management.The successful candidate will have on-campus teaching responsibilities that will include undergraduate courses in topics such as Fire Ecology & Management, Riparian Ecology and Management, Wildlife & Livestock Habitat Restoration, and/or Grazing Ecology and Management.As a tenure-track faculty member, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in departmental activities, publish in reputable peer-reviewed journals, secure extramural funding, mentor graduate students, and contribute to teaching and learning efforts.Required Qualifications
Ph.D. degree in Rangeland Ecology and Management or related discipline (must be earned at the time of hire).Record of research and publication in Natural Resources or Rangeland Ecology and Management.A demonstrated record of, or high potential for securing extramural and competitive funding.A demonstrated record of, or high potential for effective teaching at the college or university level.Ability to effectively mentor a diverse student body, including women and minorities.Preferred Qualifications
A record of research and publication in either riparian ecology, fire ecology, or grazing ecology.Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and participate in interdisciplinary research.A demonstrated record of, or high potential to work effectively with local, state, and/or federal natural resources and rangeland stakeholders.Ability to effectively write and communicate research to non-scientific audiences.Physical Demands
Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.Additional Information
In accordance with MSU policy, hiring will be conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check.This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job.Application Screening
Screening of applications will begin
September 1, 2024 . Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
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