Employer Auburn University/Alabama Cooperative Extension System Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills The College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment at Auburn University invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in forest business/forest economics. This is a tenure-track, 12-month appointment, with 65% Extension and 35% teaching. The successful candidate will develop an extramurally funded program to expand education, outreach, and applied research in forest business resources for non-industrial private forest landowners and the forest industry. The successful candidate will perform the educational functions of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES). In addition, the successful candidate will develop a successful extramurally funded Extension program with related applied research focusing on forest business practices, including but not limited to economics, costs of forestry practices, forest microenterprises and income-producing opportunities, forest products and markets, economic development, and forest management practices. Exceptionally qualified candidates will be considered for the Harry E. Murphy Endowed Professorship which provides a modest salary supplement and additional operating funds.The successful candidate is expected to work independently and in collaboration with other faculty in the College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, and other Auburn University faculty to: (1) develop and implement undergraduate and graduate forestry and forest business programs (2) work with stakeholders to develop applied research to address the educational needs in Alabama and beyond, (3) develop and deliver niche technical training and service programs for Regional Extension Agents (REAs), organizations, private sector, and federal agencies of Alabama and beyond, (4) secure extramural funding to support programs, and (5) teach two to three courses per year and mentor graduate students. Minimum QualificationsA PhD in forestry or a related field at the time employment begins. The successful candidate must demonstrate a compelling interest and capability to deliver science-based information to a variety of audiences. Excellent written, organizational and communication skills are required. Ability to act creatively, confidently, and professionally when working with people from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, evidence of drive and initiative as demonstrated by personal experiences and previous employment, and a collaborative approach to working with others is required. Candidates must be willing and able to work closely as a member of the Extension Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resource team with universities, forest managers, communities, and natural resource technical service providers. Ability to travel, including a current unrestricted driver's license, is also required. The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of employment.Desired QualificationsIdeal candidates will have: (1) demonstrated capacity for excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, (2) Extension experience and a strong track record for obtaining extramural funding and supervising graduate students, (3) a demonstrated track record of scholarly and extension publication. Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: College of Forestry, Wildlife & Environment at Auburn University Salary: USD $85,000.00/Yr. - USD $110,000.00/Yr. Job Benefits: The College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment (https://cfwe.auburn.edu/) is a national and international leader in forestry, wildlife, and natural resources programs and the flagship institution of Alabama’s $30 billion plus forest, wildlife, and natural resources-related enterprises, a significant component of the State’s economic and employment contributions and impacts. The College is home to seven undergraduate degree programs and nearly 500 undergraduate students. Graduate student enrollment is more than 160 students and a total of 44 research, teaching, and extension faculty. Auburn University (www.auburn.edu) is one of the nation’s premier land, sea and space grant institutions with an enrollment of more than 30,000 graduate and undergraduate students. The University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement, its positive work environment, flourishing student life programs, and beautiful campus. The University is located in the city of Auburn in east-central Alabama approximately 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, GA and southeast of Birmingham, AL and is about 60 miles from the state capitol (Montgomery).The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) (www.aces.edu) is the primary Extension organization for the land-grant mission of Alabama A&M University and Auburn University in cooperation with Tuskegee University. ACES is dedicated to delivering research-based educational programs designed to empower individuals to improve their quality of life and economic well-being. Each of Alabama’s 67 counties is home to an Extension Office supported by Regional Extension Agents across the state, and Specialists at both partner universities.Auburn University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Application Deadline: Tue, 09/01/2026 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://jobs.auburn.edu/auburn/jobs/9497?lang=en-us
