Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Forest Health

Auburn University, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
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Job Title Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Forest Health
Posting Number P1613F

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Job Description Summary
Auburn University is a premier public land-grant institution organized into 12 academic colleges and schools. It is a top 50 ranked public university in the Nation and ranked 1st in Alabama in the U.S. News and World 2022 Report. For 2022, 24,931 undergraduates, 6,985 graduate, and professional students were enrolled. The University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement, its positive work environment, flourishing student life programs, and beautiful campus. Auburn maintains high research activity levels and high standards for teaching excellence, offering Bachelor’s, Master’s, Educational Specialist, and Doctoral degrees in agriculture and engineering, the professions, and the arts and sciences. 1,443 faculty members offer more than 200 educational programs. The University is located in the city of Auburn in east-central Alabama approximately 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, GA and southeast of Birmingham, AL and is about 60 miles from the state capital city of Montgomery.
The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (https://cfwe.auburn.edu/ ) is a national and international leader in forestry, wildlife, and natural resources programs and the flagship institution of Alabama’s $30 billion plus forest, wildlife, and natural resources-related enterprises, a significant component of the State’s economic and employment contributions and impacts. The College is home to eight undergraduate degree programs and nearly 500 undergraduate students. Graduate student enrollment is more than 160 students and a total of 44 research, teaching, and extension faculty. The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).It will continually seek to enhance faculty diversity in recruiting new faculty and development of current faculty.

Description: The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment at Auburn University invites applications for an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in forest health with an expected start date of August 2024. This is a tenure-track, 12-month appointment, with 65% Extension and 35% research. We seek exceptional applicants with expertise in forest entomology or forest pathology to understand, mitigate, and educate current and future forest health issues. The successful candidate will perform educational functions of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) and develop a successful extramurally funded Extension program with related applied research on forest health with focus on forest insects and diseases.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate is expected to work independently and in collaboration with other faculty in the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Regional Extension Agents, and other Auburn University faculty to: (1) develop and deliver Extension programs, in collaboration with Regional Extension Agents, through a variety of media including publications, web sites, distance learning, demonstrations, and other formats (2) Work with stakeholders to develop applied research to address the educational needs in Alabama and beyond, (3) Develop and deliver niche technical training and service programs for Regional Extension Agents (REAs), organizations, private sector, and federal agencies of Alabama and beyond, (4) secure extramural funding to support research and Extension programs, and (5) mentor graduate students and publish research in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.
Minimum Qualifications
A PhD in forestry, forest pathology, forest entomology, forest pest/pathogen ecology, forest health or a related field, by the time of appointment. The successful candidate must demonstrate a compelling interest and capability to deliver science-based information to a variety of audiences. Excellent written, organizational and communication skills are required and a commitment to inclusion and diversity is essential. Ability to act creatively, confidently, and professionally when working with people from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, evidence of drive and initiative as demonstrated by personal experiences and previous employment, and a collaborative approach to working with others is required. Candidates must be willing and able to work closely with members of the Extension Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resource team, forest managers, communities, and natural resource technical service providers. Ability to travel, including a current unrestricted driver’s license, is also required. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States by the date appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of employment.
Desired Qualifications
Ideal candidates will have: (1) Extension experience and a strong track record for obtaining extramural funding and supervising graduate students, (2) A demonstrated track record of scholarly and extension publication, (3) Experience and expertise of southern forests is highly desired. (4) Applied integrated pest management knowledge in forest entomology and pathology is desired.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply please go to https://www.auemployment.com/postings/43010, complete the online form and upload the required application documents: (1) cover letter addressing the candidate’s interest and experience pertinent to the responsibilities of the position, (2) current curriculum vita, (3) vision statement for Extension program, (4) statement of research program, (5) copies of all graduate level academic transcripts, and (6) the names and contact information of at least three references. Review of applications will begin March 4, 2024 and will continue until a suitable candidate is hired. Please send inquiries to Dr. Adam Maggard, Chairperson, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist Forest Health, by email [email protected] .

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Open Date 02/01/2024
Close Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples. http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/
Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability Employer and committed to building an inclusive and diverse community. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply for this position.
Open Until Filled Yes
References required for this position? Yes
If yes, minimum number requested 3

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