ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF FISHERIES & AQUACULTURE The Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Environmental Science (FWES) at SUNY Cobleskill invites applications for a 10-month tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Fisheries & Aquaculture to start in Fall (August) 2017. This is an applied teaching position with a preference given to applicants that seek to develop an undergraduate research program.
The Department of FWES is a small, collaborative department of 7 full- time faculty, 1 Fish Hatchery Manager, and 3 staff who are committed to high quality, applied, undergraduate education. Department members share the teaching philosophy that students learn best by doing; therefore laboratories are "hands-on". The typical faculty teaching load is 25 contact hours per year. A fleet of campus vans is available to transport students to field sites. FWES currently enrolls approximately 260 undergraduates in the following four majors: (1) Bachelor of Technology (BT) in Wildlife Management, (2) BT in Fisheries and Aquaculture, (3) Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Fisheries and Wildlife Technology, and (4) AAS in Environmental Studies. FWES moved into a new Agriculture and Natural Resources Center in 2014. State of the art facilities include: standalone laboratories in aquatic science, mammalogy, ornithology, herpetology, and a taxidermy studio. Campus aquaculture facilities include: 50,000 gallon cold water fish hatchery, warm-water fish hatchery, shellfish hatchery, 10 ponds (4 of which are covered by hi-tunnel greenhouses), an aquaponics facility, an ornamental hatchery, endangered species hatchery, and environmentally controlled culture rooms. FWES maintains all fisheries gear typically possessed by a fish & game agency, including 3 electrofishing boats (one new), four backpack shockers, an electric trawl, numerous boats, motors, trailers, nets, biotelemetry equipment, hydroacoustics gear, and an impressive preserved collection of North American fishes. The successful applicant must have a strong interest in higher education and be enthusiastic about creating educational teaching environments that are innovative and inspiring to students in the classroom and in the field. We encourage applicants who have a commitment to fostering undergraduate research and training. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated record of teaching and mentoring undergraduates. We seek an individual with aquaculture and fisheries field experiences in the applied aspects of fisheries/aquaculture/aquatic & marine science. The successful applicant may teach some of the following courses: Aquaculture Engineering, Marine Ecology, Invertebrate Zoology, and Pond Management in the Fall. Spring teaching responsibilities may include: Fisheries Techniques, Fisheries Science, Fisheries Research, Production Aquaculture/Mariculture and Aquatic/Marine Resource Management. Other teaching responsibility may be necessary at the direction of the Chair of FWES. Other duties include undergraduate advisement, and participation in campus governance. Much of the funding for the FWES department comes from successful, faculty lead grants and contracts. Preference will be given to the candidate that provides evidence of funded grants and contracts, with a track record of using these resources for students in applied research. Requirements: A Ph.D. in aquaculture, mariculture, conservation aquaculture, conservation fisheries, fisheries ecology/management, or similar discipline is required at the time of appointment. Additional preference will be given to applicants with proven excellence in college level teaching, including the ability to incorporate student centered research into the classroom. Applicant must demonstrate a record of scholarship in the form of publication, successful grant writing and presentations at professional meetings. A New York State license to collect and possess (LCP) will be maintained by the applicant. All of the application materials should be submitted electronically using the interview exchange system. Preferred Qualifications: College teaching experience is preferred. Additional Information: • This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country. Salary range for this position is $50,000-$55,000. • This is a full time, 10 month, tenure track position. • SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check. Application Instructions: The application review process will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found; priority is given to applications submitted by January 15th, 2016. Completed application consists of the following: (1) Letter of application (2) Curriculum vitae (3) Names and contact information of 3 professional references (4) College transcripts (5) Statement of scholarly interest (6) Statement of teaching philosophy For more information see the following link: https://cobleskill.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=74109 About SUNY Cobleskill: The State University of New York College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill is an accredited polytechnic college that is primarily baccalaureate and residential. SUNY Cobleskill is one of few institutions in the United States where an undergraduate student may also choose to earn an associate degree. The College has an enrollment of approximately 2,500 students in 52 programs divided into two schools - Agriculture and Natural Resources; Business and Liberal Arts & Sciences. An economic engine for rural New York, SUNY Cobleskill is home to a wide array of extended learning and professional development opportunities. Modeling experiential education, SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing small classes, excellent facilities, and a hands-on learning environment. Whether students plan to further their education or begin their professional careers, they graduate with the foundation to pursue their goals and to succeed.
