Employer The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University of Georgia Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University of Georgia in Athens, GA invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in natural resources communication. This is a full-time, 9-month position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, with responsibilities in outreach (60%), teaching (35%), and professional service (5%). The successful candidate is expected to conduct applied research to support outreach and teaching programs. Individuals with expertise in the following areas are encouraged to apply: natural resources science communication, science communication, agricultural education, environmental education, or a closely related natural resources discipline.For the outreach appointment, the successful candidate will integrate three main functions: Instruction and training of extension professionals and undergraduate and graduate studentsApplied researchConsultation and technical assistance to stakeholders. Instruction and training will include program design, project coordination, instructional materials development, and program evaluations. Applied research should address problems, opportunities, or issues of relevance to the outreach mission of the Warnell School (https://www.warnelloutreach.org/), meeting academic and/or professional standards, and leading to a peer-reviewed publication. The successful candidate will build collaborative partnerships with a variety of stakeholders including formal and non-formal educators, private landowners, forest industry, agricultural producers, federal and state agencies, natural resource professionals, and nongovernmental organizations. The candidate will also be expected to establish interdisciplinary collaborations with faculty in the Warnell School and across campus. In particular, the candidate is expected to collaborate with Warnell School faculty in communicating their research outcomes using innovative new media (e.g., via videos, social media, mobile apps, graphics, streaming platforms, and podcasts). The position is based in Athens, Georgia, but requires travel throughout Georgia.For the teaching appointment, the successful candidate will teach two traditional on-campus courses per year. One course should be in their area of expertise, and the other will preferably focus on stakeholder-based science communication. The candidate will also assist with an undergraduate capstone service-learning course and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.Professional service includes serving on School/University committees and actively participating in professional/scientific societies. QUALIFICATIONS: Required.Candidates must possess a Ph.D. degree prior to the starting date with an emphasis on natural resources science communication, science communication, agricultural education, environmental education, or a closely related natural resources discipline. Candidates should demonstrate:Strong oral and written communication skills, Scholarship through peer- reviewed publications and/or technical publications, Commitment and ability to conduct public outreach and teaching, and (4) willingness to work closely with stakeholders from diverse groups and with varied background knowledge of natural resources and environment.Preferred.Proficiency in using new media for natural resources science communication; Ability to secure extramural funding for outreach and research programs; Record of developing, delivering, and evaluating training programsAbility to teach coursework in science communication and/or natural resource related disciplines; and Ability to integrate science and stakeholder values for natural resource decision-making.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Appointment at the Associate Professor level requires a record consistent with promotion to Associate Professor at the Warnell School, including strong evidence of emerging stature as a regional/national authority, securing external funding, ability to produce and communicate research, and excellence in teaching and working with students. Service at the Associate Professor level for 1-2 years is preferred for this rank. Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Athens, Georgia Application Deadline: Sun, 11/17/2024 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/402539
