The Biology Department of Grand Valley State University invites applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level in natural resources management to begin August 2011. Applicants must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree) in Forestry or other appropriate natural resources field completed by August, 2011. We seek candidates with expertise in forestry, measurements and mapping, terrestrial ecology, and related areas of sustainable natural resources management. Teaching responsibilities will include courses in forest ecosystem management, resource measurements and mapping, introduction to natural resources, trends in natural resources management, and may include other courses in the candidate’s areas of expertise that will enhance our undergraduate or graduate programs. Excellent communication skills and relevant field experience are required. Competitive applicants will have experience working with diverse groups of stakeholders and demonstrated success in teaching and research involving undergraduate or graduate students. Grand Valley faculty are expected to engage in scholarly activity, serve on committees, advise students, and perform community service. Salary is commensurate with skills and experience. Apply online at www.gvsujobs.org. Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, copies of transcripts, and a list of three references. The online system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you need assistance or have questions, call Human Resources at 616.331.2215. Also arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to Natural Resources Management Search, Department of Biology, Grand Valley State University, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, Michigan 49401. If you have questions regarding this position contact Dr. Heather Rueth at 616.331.2814 or [email protected]. Review of complete applications will begin on Oct. 18, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. Grand Valley State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution.
Heather Rueth, Ph.D. Associate Professor Biology Department Grand Valley State University 1 Campus Drive Allendale, MI 49401 Office: 222 Henry Hall Phone: 616.331.2814 Email: [email protected] GVSU celebrates 50 years of shaping lives
