Job Summary:
The Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology invites applications for a tenure track, nine-month Assistant Professor faculty position specializing in sustainability of natural resources, broadly defined. The incumbent must demonstrate interest or expertise in excellent mentoring of graduate or undergraduate students from at-risk, first-generation or underserved communities in innovative scholarship to advance the sustainable use and management of natural resources (e.g., pulp and timber, biodiversity, hunting and gathering by indigenous peoples, recreation, water). We seek a candidate with interest in collaborating across disciplines, securing extramural funding, partnering with tribal/state/federal natural resource agencies, and achieving national and international scholarly prominence.
The successful candidate should have a background in the sustainable use and management of natural resources, for example with a focus on integration of community concerns (e.g. Traditional indigenous life ways), treaty obligations, and contemporary management. We are interested in hiring an individual that uses rigorous, state-of-the-art, disciplinary tools to address the ecological, economic, and cultural issues of sustainability of natural resources to address critical and timely issues such as forest resilience in the face of the urgency of climate change, human influences, integration of traditional ecological knowledge, and environmental justice. The focus of this position is on field-based measurements, but expertise in advanced quantitative methods or data-model linkages are encouraged.
We are seeking candidates trained in ecology and dedicated to applying their skills to develop scholars and leaders in environment and natural resources conservation among at-risk, first generation and/or underserved communities. The incumbent will create a vibrant research program, mentor undergraduates, graduate students and trainees, teach and make meaningful contributions to our department's teaching mission, and engage with natural resource decision-makers. The Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is internationally known for its research, teaching and outreach, and we are eager to welcome a new colleague to work and collaborate with us.
Responsibilities:
Develop and carry out a vigorous externally funded research program and publish in high-quality peer-reviewed journals. The focus of that research program is the choice of the successful candidate, and flexible as long as it pertains to sustainability of natural resources. Examples of research topics include sustainability of forest resource in the face of ecological, cultural influences, traditional ecological knowledge, and/or political influence; but we welcome applications from sustainability researchers who work in other systems (e.g., grasslands, wetlands). The successful candidate will be expected to secure extramural funding. Research collaborations with other faculty in our department and across campus are encouraged.
Teach graduate and undergraduate students, commensurate with college expectations and consistent with the teaching loads of the department. Recruit and mentor students from at-risk, first generation and/or underserved communities and promote their development and success in a collaborative environment. The incumbent will contribute substantially to instruction of at least one core course in our undergraduate curriculum. They will also teach a second course that advances the broader instructional mission of the Department of Forest & Wildlife Ecology and College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Course topics will depend on interests and Department needs. This second course should focus on the candidate's area of expertise.
Contribute to outreach and service functions of the department, college, university, and professional societies.
Contribute to programs aimed at increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the department, college, and university. Promote an inclusive and diverse climate within our campus and associated communities.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:
Required
PhD
in ecology, biology, environmental science or closely related field required by position start date. Specialization in the area of forest ecosystem ecology is preferred.
Qualifications:
Successful candidates will have a record of or demonstrate potential for:
* Publications in peer reviewed journals
* Mentoring of and outreach to at-risk, first generation, or underserved students
* Graduate student training
* Teaching and curriculum development
* Writing extramural grants
* Contribution to the outreach and service functions of CALS
* Promoting an inclusive and diverse climate within our campus and associated communities
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Anticipated Begin Date:
JULY 01, 2025
Salary:
Negotiable
ACADEMIC (9 months)
Additional Information:
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and the University of Wisconsin-Madison are committed to foster and embrace a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from potential candidates of all races, class, gender, sexuality, ability, nationality, religion, and other group identities.
Our curiosity, creativity, and drive make us a top program nationally and internationally. Our department is a campus hub for applied ecology, conservation, spatial analysis and remote sensing of ecosystems, and the social sciences related to natural resource management and conservation. Forest Science at UW was ranked #1 in the nation in 2020 by the National Research Council. Learn more about us at http://fwe.wisc.edu.
About the community: Situated on the isthmus between Lakes Monona and Mendota, UW-Madison and the Madison area are renowned for vibrant culture, scenic beauty, abundance of recreational and entertainment opportunities, exceptional K-12 schools, friendly feel and high quality of life. We are an equal opportunity employer and will equally consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. A criminal background check will be required prior to employment. Unless confidentiality is requested, information regarding applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.
The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for- applicants/
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (https://jobs.wisc.edu/asr) contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.
How to Apply:
Apply online at "Jobs at UW" (http://jobs.wisc.edu) under job number 306589. Applications must be received through UW Madison's online application system.
To begin the process, please click "Apply Now".
Applicants should upload the following information as a single PDF document:
1) Cover letter
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Name and contact information for three references
4) Two-page statement of research interests and future research plans
5) Two-page statement of teaching philosophy, approach, and experiences
Applications received by November 8, 2024 will be assured full consideration; review of applications will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.
Employment will require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. To be considered, applicants must upload a signed 'Authorization to Release Information' form as part of the application. The authorization form and a definition of 'misconduct' can be found here: https://hr.wisc.edu/institutional-reference-check/
Contact:
Timothy Van Deelen
trvandeelen@wisc.edu
608-265-3280
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Assistant Professor(FA040)
Department(s):
A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/ FOREST & WILDLIFE ECOL
Employment Class:
Faculty
Job Number:
306589-FA
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.
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University of Wisconsin Madison
Dec 19, 2024