Assistant Professor, Forest and Wetland Soils 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 Forest and Wetland Soils. This is a nine month, tenure-track position at Michigan Technological University in collaboration with the USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station-Climate, Fire and Carbon Cycle Science research unit (www.nrs.fs.fed.us/units/climate/). In the Upper Midwest, there is a wide diversity of soils and soil dynamics located in a landscape matrix of managed upland and lowland forests, sub-boreal wetlands and low-intensity agriculture. The successful candidate will have excellent opportunities to collaborate with the highly productive community of foresters, ecologists, hydrologists, biologists, and others in the School, the University and Forest Service. ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: We are seeking an exceptional scientist whose research focuses on forest and wetland soils. The candidate must have: 1) the ability to teach effectively at the graduate and undergraduate levels; 2) a Ph.D. in soils, or a soils emphasis within forestry, hydrology, fire ecology, or a closely related field at the time of appointment; 3) a record of research and scholarship in the subject of forest and wetland soils, 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 soil science or fire science; 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. Preference will also be given! to applicants whose research complements that of other faculty in the School. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Contribute to the teaching and mission at the undergraduate and graduate level. Currently, the teaching of an undergraduate course in soil science and an undergraduate or graduate course in fire science is expected; 2) Develop a vigorous, externally funded research program in forest and wetland soils; 3) Advise graduate student research at the M.S. and Ph.D. level and involve undergraduates in research; and 4) Participate in School and University committees. 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. The Chronicle of Higher Education recently ranked the School first in Faculty Scholarly Productivity. 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 and a leader in science and engineering education. Located in Houghton in the Upper Midwest in the scenic Keweenaw Peninsula, Michigan Tech offers a friendly, safe, and affordable living environment with excellent opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation. To Apply: Please submit graduate transcripts, CV, statements of teaching and research interests, copies of relevant publications and three references to: http://www.jobs.mtu.edu/postings/255 Review of applications will commence January 2nd, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date for the position is August 20th 2012. 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. In addition to the present search, a search to fill up to ten new positions in "Water" and "Transportation" are under way, and qualified candidates are encouraged to send a separate application, following the "How to Apply" guidelines at <http://www.mtu.edu/sfhi>. Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educational Institution/Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. -- Tom Pypker Assistant Professor of Ecohydrology and Micrometeorology School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science Michigan Technological University Tel: 906-487-1089 Cell: 906-281-2651 e-mail: [email protected]
