Assistant Professor Quantitative Analysis and Modeling of Natural Resources The Department of Forestry and Natural Resources at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, is seeking applicants for a natural resources biometrician at the rank of assistant professor, who will focus on growth areas such as environmental analyses, ecological statistics, and ecosystem modeling, among others. This is a tenure-track, academic-year appointment with both research and teaching responsibilities. RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will be expected to develop a nationally and internationally recognized research program, interact with scientifically diverse faculty across campus, and demonstrate excellence in teaching. Research should focus on one or more of the following areas: ecoinformatics, ecological statistics, natural resource biometrics, meta-analyses, and/or population, community, and ecosystems modeling. Teaching responsibilities will include courses in Natural Resources Measurement, Quantitative Methods for Resource Management and a course in the candidate's area of specialization. Purdue University's Department of Forestry and Natural Resources is a broad environmental department, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches across a spectrum of research areas including, ecology, forest biology, wildlife, fisheries and aquatic sciences, wood science, genetics and human dimensions of natural resource management (www.ag.purdue.edu/fnr<http://www.ag.purdue.edu/fnr>). Quantitative methods are central to all of these disciplines, and a recently formed Quantitative Ecology faculty group integrates such approaches within the department. The department participates and leads various interdisciplinary initiatives such as the Center for the Environment, Purdue Water Community, Purdue Interdisciplinary Center for Ecological Sustainability, Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center, and Purdue Climate Change Research Center. QUALIFICATIONS: A Ph.D. emphasizing quantitative approaches with application to environmental and natural resources issues; teaching experience; the potential to develop a vigorous, extramurally funded research program; and a commitment to research and teaching are required. A strong publication record and post-doctoral or practical experience are desirable. SALARY: Salary will be commensurate with experience and training. CLOSING DATE: 15 November 2010, or until filled. APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit: 1) cover letter, including the names and contact information for three references; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) summary of research interests; and 4) statement of teaching philosophy and interests. Application packets should be addressed to Dr. Bryan Pijanowski, Chair, Natural Resources Biometrician Search Committee, Purdue University, Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, 715 West State Street, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907-2061. Questions may be directed to the Search Committee Chair via telephone (765-496-2215) or email ([email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>). Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.
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