The School of Forestry at Northern Arizona University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Forest Conservation Genetics. This is a full-time tenure-track appointment. We seek an applicant with expertise in the genetics and/or genomics of forest and wildland organisms with a focus on conservation, climate change, or related topics, whose work will support, build, and complement the School of Forestry's and NAU's academic and research programs. The successful applicant will be expected to develop a productive, externally-funded research program, teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, advise graduate students, and provide service to the School of Forestry, Northern Arizona University, and the profession. The anticipated start date for this position is August 14, 2017. Minimum Qualifications: An earned Ph.D. in forestry, genetics, genomics, or a related field, conferred by start date (August 14, 2017). Preferred Qualifications: (1) demonstrated research experience (appropriate to career stage) in genetics and/or genomics in the context of conservation, climate change, or related topics, as evidenced by publications in the peer-reviewed literature; (2) demonstrated record of securing, or evidence of the potential to secure, external funding to support research; (3) demonstrated interest or experience in innovative university-level teaching and student mentoring; (4) at least one degree in forestry, forest science, or forest management; or course work and/or experience in forestry, forest science, or forest management; and (5) experience with or commitment to working with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds. To apply for this position, go to http://nau.edu/Human-Resources/Careers/Faculty-and-Administrator-Openings under Job ID #602798, Position #00002200. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of teaching philosophy; (4) a statement of research interests; and (5) names and contact information for three references. Attach all items, in the order stated, as a single PDF or Word document. If you have questions about this position please contact Dr. Thomas Kolb, Search Committee Chair, School of Forestry, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff AZ 86011-5018; phone: 928-523-7491; email: tom.k...@nau.edu. Review of applications will begin November 16, 2016.
Thomas E. Kolb Professor of Forest Ecophysiology Graduate Coordinator School of Forestry Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, Arizona 86011-5018 Office phone: 928-523-7491 Fax: 928-523-1080
