Colleagues, Please click the link below for information on a Research Fellow position available at the Cloquet Forestry Center, University of Minnesota. Contact Linda Nagel with questions ([email protected]; 218-726-6484)
employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=117840 RESEARCH FELLOW Position Overview: The Cloquet Forestry Center (CFC) is part of the Colleges Research and Outreach Center network, and serves as the primary research and education forest for the University of Minnesota. It is located two hours north of the St. Paul campus, and 30 minutes south of Duluth, MN. It is a regional hub for forestry research, undergraduate and graduate field instruction in natural resources, and extensive outreach and professional training programs. This position will focus on several research and outreach projects based out of the CFC, with responsibilities encompassing experimental design, implementation, evaluation, analysis of research projects, preparation of publications and presentations, and professional training workshop design and delivery. There will be a strong emphasis on communication of climate change adaptation and silvicultural principles and practices to a broad professional community. Further, the Center and this position are closely linked with the Colleges Department of Forest Resources based in St. Paul and its associated faculty located there, at the CFC, and at the North Central Research and Outreach Center in Grand Rapids. The position may include some supervisory responsibilities. Research Responsibilities (60%): Collaborate with research and management partners on climate change and forest management related research and outreach projects Collaborate with faculty and other scientists in addressing specific topics that may range from broad-scale climate vulnerability assessment to development of silvicultural prescriptions for adaptation Collaborate with scientists in developing and implementing field studies, including establishment, data collection, analysis, and synthesis of data Collaborate with scientists on publications and presentation of research findings at professional meetings Work effectively with scientists to synthesize research information and results into non-technical language for a variety of audiences Other duties as assigned Outreach Responsibilities (40%): Synthesize and communicate information on interactions between climate, forest ecology, and forest management Design, organize, and assist in delivering a variety of workshops where research is translated to multiple stakeholder groups Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: MS in Natural Resources or closely related field Experience conducting ecological field research Experience with silviculture and/or the NEPA process Demonstrated ability in translating scientific research into non-technical language Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication, and presentation skills Demonstrated ability to meet and manage deadlines Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple work projects and types of activities Demonstrated ability to work with accuracy, precision, and attention to detail Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in both technical and non- technical terminology at a variety of skill levels Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff Proficiency with computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications Possession of a valid drivers license and ability to meet the University of Minnesotas vehicle use requirementsNature of Appointment: Nature of Appointment: This is a full-time Academic Professional and Administrative (P&A) position, 12-month (A-term), annually renewable (K-type) position with continuation contingent upon satisfactory performance and availability of funds. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Reports to the Cloquet Forestry Center Director of Operations. -- Linda M. Nagel Professor and Director of Operations Cloquet Forestry Center University of Minnesota 175 University Road Cloquet, MN 55720 Office: 218-726-6484 Cell: 906-370-5494 [email protected]
