The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources is excited to announce a series of new faculty positions. Several of these positions are part of a cluster hire in the general area of sustainable forestry and innovations in forest-based economies. Successful candidates will have opportunities to collaborate in several cross-campus initiatives, including Precision Agriculture and Forestry, Precision One-Health, Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability and Advanced BioMaterials, and Resilient Infrastructure. Learn more about the current openings: Position Title Status Application Link (if available) Assistant Outreach Professor of Community Forestry Currently underway Assistant/Associate Professor of Natural Capital and Supply Chain Modeling Applicant review begins 11/11/2024 https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/401642 Assistant/Associate Professor of Sustainability Sciences Applicant review begins 11/15/2024 https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/401238 Assistant/Associate Outreach Professor of Natural Resources Science Communication Applicant review begins 11/17/2024 https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/402539 Assistant/Associate Outreach Professor – Wildlife Extension Specialist Applicant review begins 12/1/2024 https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/402530 Assistant/Associate Professor of Biomaterials Applicant review begins 1/5/2025 https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/403351 Assistant/Associate Professor of Precision Forestry Applicant review begins 1/5/2025 https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/403344 Assistant/Associate Professor of Natural Capital and Supply Chain Modeling Position Description This is a 9-month tenure track appointment with expected research, teaching, and professional service responsibilities at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University of Georgia (UGA). This position will focus on the development of theories, methods, and applications that combine economics, operations research, and biometrics to natural capital opportunities available to forest landowners and issues related to the forest-based supply chain involving products, services, and markets within the southern United States. The candidate will help address the challenges of forest landowners to increase profitability, to improve sustainability, and transition to the next generation of forest-based products and services. The candidate will engage with academia, industry, and non-governmental organizations to: (a) investigate opportunities for forest landowners to capitalize on natural capital income opportunities and associated income streams, and (b) investigate broader supply chain issues through research on and modeling of the wood supply system of the southern United States. The candidate would ideally be or become an expert on emerging markets for small and large public and private landowners alike and be capable of applying innovative empirical methods for addressing economic issues of importance to southern forest landowners that involve the production of carbon, water, timber, electricity (solar), wind, mitigation banking, easements, and other ecosystem goods and services. The candidate is expected to collaborate with faculty associated with the Harley Langdale Jr. Center for Forest Business (CFB), Plantation Management Research Cooperative (PMRC), and others across campus. The candidate will teach an undergraduate and graduate course focused on natural capital. Coursework delivery will be a combination of in-person, hybrid, and/or online. The advisement of undergraduate students and Masters of Forest Resources (MFR) non-thesis master's students is expected. The establishment and continued support of an active, externally funded graduate research program supporting MS and PhD students in natural capital and supply chain modeling is also expected. The candidate will engage in professional service by actively assisting or leading scientific societies, engaging in the peer review process, and providing service to the Warnell School and UGA committees. This position is part of a cluster hire in the general area of sustainable forestry. There will be an opportunity to collaborate with new hires in sustainable forestry, advanced forest biomaterials, and precision forestry. Qualifications Prior to appointment, applicants must have a Ph.D. in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related field with expertise in the academic areas listed above. The successful candidate must have a strong background in statistics, mathematical optimization, and quantitative modeling to support the modeling efforts that will be required of the research focus of this position. Demonstrated multidisciplinary collaborative work is preferred, with expectations for similar continued efforts with faculty in the Warnell School, including the PMRC, other units across the University, and colleagues throughout the forestry profession. Strengths in oral and written communication must be evident, and evidence of excellence in and commitment to teaching is preferred. Evidence of activities in research design, grant development, presentation of results at scientific meetings and publication of results in leading peer-reviewed journals or a record of industry excellence is preferred. Additional Requirements Appointment at the Associate Professor level requires a record consistent with promotion to Associate Professor at the Warnell School such as strong evidence of emerging stature as a regional/national authority, acquiring and administering external funding, ability to produce and communicate research, and excellence in teaching and working with students. Service at the Associate Professor level for at least 1-2 years is preferred for this rank. About the University The University of Georgia (www.uga.edu) is a top 20 ranked public land/sea/space grant institution comprised of 18 schools and colleges and designated as a Carnegie Very High Research Activity (R1) institution with strong community engagement. Athens is a diverse community of approximately 150,000 people located less than 75 miles from Atlanta. UGA enrolls approximately 41,200 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources is a professional school with world-class research, teaching, and outreach programs in natural resources conservation and is committed to inclusive excellence. The Warnell School is comprised of 68 faculty, 100 support staff, 265 undergraduates, and 240 graduate students (www.warnell.uga.edu). The school offers Bachelor of Science, Master of Forest Resources, Master of Natural Resources, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in the areas of Forestry; Fisheries & Wildlife; Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management; and Natural Resource Management & Sustainability. The school manages over 17,000 acres of forestland across the state in support of its teaching, outreach, and research missions. Application Instructions Review of applications will begin on Monday, November 11, 2024. All applicants MUST apply online through UGAJobs at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/401642. Applicants are required to submit: Cover letter Curriculum Vitae One-page statement of teaching interests One-page statement of research interests Unofficial transcripts of all college-level work Name and contact information for three references The candidate given an offer will be required to submit official college transcripts. University policy requires all candidates to consent to and authorize a background investigation (www.hr.uga.edu). A background investigation and request of official transcripts will be conducted on a post-offer/pre-employment basis only. The preferred starting date is negotiable but no later than August 1, 2025. For additional information contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Bronson Bullock (BronsonBullock@uga.edu). Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests. Assistant/Associate Professor of Sustainability Sciences Position Description 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 Sustainability Sciences at the Assistant or Associate Professor level with research, instruction, and university and professional service expectations as part of a 9-month appointment. Successful candidates will be part of the Forestry and Forest Biology faculty groups but will potentially cut across multiple disciplines, and will be expected to establish interdisciplinary collaborations in teaching and research with faculty in the Warnell School and across campus. Multiple centers and institutes in Warnell and across campus provide excellent foundations for these collaborations including the Center for Forest Business, the UGA Office of Sustainability, the Center for Integrative Conservation Research, the Climate and Society Initiative, and more. Individuals with expertise in the following academic areas relative to forest and natural resource management are encouraged to apply: sustainable forest management, forest certification, ecosystem services, carbon accounting, bioenergy, nature-based climate solutions, policy analysis, or sustainable development. Research responsibilities include development of an externally funded, nationally/internationally recognized program of scholarship on themes relevant to sustainability sciences, defined as use-inspired sciences focused on meeting present and future needs while protecting the earth’s life support systems. Teaching duties include undergraduate and graduate student advising and teaching courses on sustainable forest management, sustainable development, research proposal development, or other relevant topics. Coursework delivery will be a combination of in-person, hybrid, and/or online. Professional service includes serving on School/University committees and actively participating in professional/scientific societies. This position is part of a cluster hire in the general area of sustainable forestry. There will be an opportunity to collaborate with new hires in sustainability, forest biomaterials, and precision forestry. Qualifications Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in forestry, natural resources, or a closely related field with expertise in the academic areas listed above. Preferred qualifications include prior research or practical engagement (e.g., postdoctoral work) in applied sustainability efforts relevant to Warnell’s core areas of research and teaching. Additional Requirements Appointment to Associate Professor requires a record consistent with promotion to Associate Professor at the Warnell School such as strong evidence of emerging stature as a regional/national authority, acquiring and administering 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. About the University The University of Georgia (www.uga.edu) is a top 20 ranked public land/sea/space grant institution comprised of 18 schools and colleges and designated as a Carnegie Very High Research Activity (R1) institution with strong community engagement. Athens is a diverse community of approximately 150,000 people located less than 75 miles from Atlanta. UGA enrolls approximately 41,200 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources is a professional school with worldclass research, teaching, and outreach programs in natural resources conservation and is committed to inclusive excellence. The Warnell School is comprised of 68 faculty, 100 support staff, 265 undergraduates, and 240 graduate students (www.warnell.uga.edu). The school offers Bachelor of Science, Master of Forest Resources, Master of Natural Resources, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in the areas of Forestry; Fisheries & Wildlife; Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management; and Natural Resource Management & Sustainability. The school manages over 17,000 acres of forestland across the state in support of its teaching, outreach, and research missions. Application Instructions Review of applications will begin on Friday, November 15, 2024. All applicants MUST apply online through UGAJobs at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/401238. Applicants are required to submit: Cover letter Curriculum Vitae One-page statement of teaching interests One-page statement of research interests Unofficial transcripts of all college-level work Name and contact information for three references The candidate given an offer will be required to submit official college transcripts. University policy requires all candidates to consent to and authorize a background investigation (www.hr.uga.edu). A background investigation and request of official transcripts will be conducted on a post -offer/pre-employment basis only. The preferred starting date is negotiable but no later than August 1, 2025. For additional information contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Jesse Abrams (Jesse.Abrams@uga.edu). Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests. Assistant/Associate Professor and Extension Specialist Natural Resources Science Communication Position Description 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: (1) instruction and training of extension professionals and undergraduate and graduate students, (2) applied research, and (3) consultation 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: (1) strong oral and written communication skills, (2) scholarship through peer reviewed publications and/or technical publications, (3) 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.— Demonstrated (1) proficiency in using new media for natural resources science communication; (2) ability to secure extramural funding for outreach and research programs; (3) record of developing, delivering, and evaluating training programs; (4) ability to teach coursework in science communication and/or natural resource related disciplines; and (5) 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. About the University The University of Georgia (www.uga.edu) is a top 20 ranked public land/sea/space grant institution comprised of 18 schools and colleges and designated as a Carnegie Very High Research Activity (R1) institution with strong community engagement. Athens is a diverse community of approximately 150,000 people located less than 75 miles from Atlanta. UGA enrolls approximately 41,200 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources is a professional school with worldclass research, teaching, and outreach programs in natural resources conservation and is committed to inclusive excellence. The Warnell School is comprised of 68 faculty, 100 support staff, 265 undergraduates, and 240 graduate students (www.warnell.uga.edu). The school offers Bachelor of Science, Master of Forest Resources, Master of Natural Resources, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in the areas of Forestry; Fisheries & Wildlife; Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management; and Natural Resource Management & Sustainability. The school manages over 17,000 acres of forestland across the state in support of its teaching, outreach, and research missions. Application Instructions Review of applications will begin on Sunday, November 17, 2024. All applicants MUST apply online through UGAJobs at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/402539. Applicants are required to submit: Cover letter Curriculum Vitae A statement of extension, teaching, and applied research interests (totaling less than three pages) Unofficial transcripts of all college-level work Copies of up to three recent publications Name and contact information for three references Applicants are encouraged to provide a portfolio highlighting their use of innovative communication strategies/tools to convey scientific information to diverse audiences. Individuals selected as finalists will be asked to submit official college transcripts to ofatranscripts@uga.edu. Letters of reference will be solicited by the search chair for finalists prior to interviews. University policy requires all candidates to consent to a background investigation (www.hr.uga.edu). The background investigation will be conducted on a post-offer/pre-employment basis. The preferred starting date is negotiable but no later than August 1, 2025. For additional information, contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Yanshu Li (yanshu.li@uga.edu). Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests. Assistant/Associate Professor – Wildlife Extension Specialist Position Description 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 applied wildlife habitat and/or population management at the Assistant or Associate Professor level with outreach, instruction, and university and professional service expectations as part of a 9-month appointment. Successful candidates will be expected to establish interdisciplinary collaborations in outreach, teaching, and research with faculty in the Warnell School and across campus. Individuals with expertise in the following academic areas relative to applied wildlife habitat and/or population management are encouraged to apply: wildlife ecology, conservation, management, or a closely related natural resources discipline. Outreach responsibilities (approximately 50%) should be satisfied through three general functions: (1) instruction and training of Extension professionals, key stakeholder groups, undergraduate and graduate students, (2) applied research which addresses applied wildlife habitat management-related needs, and (3) consultation and technical assistance with state and federal agencies, county extension, and private industry, as appropriate. The successful candidate will develop an instruction and training program to deliver science-based, applied wildlife habitat and/or population management information to individuals and organizations statewide and nationally. Applied research responsibilities include development of an extramurally funded, nationally/internationally recognized outreach and research program in wildlife habitat and population management. Consultation and technical assistance will be defined as providing specialized knowledge to stakeholders within the scope of the Warnell School mission. The successful candidate will interact with and advise private landowners, industry professionals, state and federal agencies, and Extension professionals. To fulfill the teaching appointment (approximately 45%), the successful candidate will advise undergraduate and graduate students and teach courses in applied wildlife management dependent as well as a capstone senior project course where students facilitate wildlife and land management decisions for diverse stakeholders. Coursework delivery will be in a combination of in-person, hybrid, and/or online. Professional service includes serving on School/University committees and actively participating in professional/scientific societies. Qualifications Required.—Candidates must possess a Ph.D. before August 2025 with an emphasis on wildlife ecology, conservation, management, or a closely related natural resources discipline. Candidates must demonstrate clear evidence of scholarship through peer-reviewed publications and/or technical publications, and the ability to attract extramural funding. The successful candidate will demonstrate potential for outreach productivity and should have interest in: extension education; conducting and reporting applied research; and non-traditional or online instruction. The person must also demonstrate potential and willingness to work closely with public land management partners, private landowners, Extension professionals, and other constituent groups, and be able to successfully mentor students. Preferred.— Candidates who have the potential to use modern, innovative extension/outreach tools. Candidates who can integrate science and stakeholder values to guide natural resource decisions are sought. Candidates whose applied research affects habitat management decisions at large spatial scales Additional Requirements Appointment to Associate Professor requires a record consistent with promotion to Associate Professor at the Warnell School such as strong evidence of emerging stature as a regional/national authority, acquiring and administering 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. About the University The University of Georgia (www.uga.edu) is a top 20 ranked public land/sea/space grant institution comprised of 18 schools and colleges and designated as a Carnegie Very High Research Activity (R1) institution with strong community engagement. Athens is a diverse community of approximately 150,000 people located less than 75 miles from Atlanta. UGA enrolls approximately 41,200 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources is a professional school with worldclass research, teaching, and outreach programs in natural resources conservation and is committed to inclusive excellence. The Warnell School is comprised of 68 faculty, 100 support staff, 265 undergraduates, and 240 graduate students (www.warnell.uga.edu). The school offers Bachelor of Science, Master of Forest Resources, Master of Natural Resources, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in the areas of Forestry; Fisheries & Wildlife; Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management; and Natural Resource Management & Sustainability. The school manages over 17,000 acres of forestland across the state in support of its teaching, outreach, and research missions. Application Instructions Review of applications will begin on Sunday, December 1, 2024. All applicants MUST apply online through UGAJobs at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/402530. Applicants are required to submit: Cover letter Curriculum Vitae A statement of extension, teaching, and applied research interests (totaling less than three pages) Unofficial transcripts of all college-level work Copies of up to three recent publications Name and contact information for three references Individuals selected as finalists will be asked to submit official college transcripts to ofatranscripts@uga.edu. Letters of reference will be solicited by the search chair for finalists prior to interviews. University policy requires all candidates to consent to a background investigation (www.hr.uga.edu). The background investigation will be conducted on a post-offer/pre-employment basis. The preferred starting date is negotiable but no later than August 1, 2025. For additional information, contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. James Martin (jmart22@uga.edu). Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests. Assistant/Associate Professor of Forest Biomaterials Position Description 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 Forest Biomaterials at the Assistant or Associate Professor level with research, instruction, and university and professional service expectations as part of a 9-month appointment. Individuals with expertise in the following forest biomaterials academic areas are encouraged to apply: conversion, green chemistry, modification, novel materials, petrochemical replacement materials, and/or xylochemistry. This position is a part of a Presidential Hiring Initiative focused on sustainable biomaterials, with new positions in Warnell (Forest Biomaterials), the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences (Nanocellulose Chemistry), and the College of Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing of Sustainable Products). Successful candidates are expected to establish interdisciplinary collaborations in teaching and research with faculty in the Warnell School (including the Langdale Center for Forest Business, Wood Quality Consortium), across campus (including the Complex Carbohydrate Research Center, New Materials Institute), and within the state of Georgia (Georgia Institute of Technology’s ReWood and the Renewable Bioproducts Institute). The candidate will teach an undergraduate and graduate course focused on natural capital. Coursework delivery will be a combination of in-person, hybrid, and/or online. The advisement of undergraduate students and Masters of Forest Resources (MFR) non-thesis master's students is expected. The establishment and continued support of an active, externally funded graduate research program supporting MS and PhD students in natural capital and supply chain modeling is also expected. The candidate will engage in professional service by actively assisting or leading scientific societies, engaging in the peer review process, and providing service to the Warnell School and UGA committees. Qualifications Required qualifications include a Ph.D. degree prior to the starting date in forest biomaterials, wood science, forest products, paper science and engineering, material science and engineering, chemistry, or a closely related field. Preferred qualifications include prior graduate or postdoctoral research training or industrial expertise using forest biomaterials for conversion, green chemistry, modification, novel materials, petrochemical replacement materials, and/or xylochemistry, an understanding of innovation in an evolving forest products market, and the ability to effectively communicate research findings to University stakeholders. Additional Requirements Appointment to Associate Professor requires a record consistent with promotion to Associate Professor at the Warnell School such as strong evidence of emerging stature as a national authority, acquiring and administering 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. About the University The University of Georgia (www.uga.edu) is a top 20 ranked public land/sea/space grant institution comprised of 18 schools and colleges and designated as a Carnegie Very High Research Activity (R1) institution with strong community engagement. Athens is a diverse community of approximately 150,000 people located less than 75 miles from Atlanta. UGA enrolls approximately 41,200 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources is a professional school with world-class research, teaching, and outreach programs in natural resources conservation and is committed to inclusive excellence. The Warnell School is comprised of 68 faculty, 100 support staff, 265 undergraduates, and 240 graduate students (www.warnell.uga.edu). The school offers Bachelor of Science, Master of Forest Resources, Master of Natural Resources, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in the areas of Forestry; Fisheries & Wildlife; Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management; and Natural Resource Management & Sustainability. The school manages over 17,000 acres of forestland across the state in support of its teaching, outreach, and research missions. Application Instructions Review of applications will begin on Sunday, January 5, 2025. All applicants MUST apply online through UGAJobs at www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/403351. Applicants are required to submit: Cover letter Curriculum Vitae One-page statement of teaching interests One-page statement of research interests Unofficial transcripts of all college-level work Name and contact information for three references Individuals invited for interviews will be required to have three reference letters submitted, on their behalf, directly to the chair of the search committee. University policy requires all candidates to consent to and authorize a background investigation (www.hr.uga.edu). A background investigation and request of official transcripts will be conducted on a post-offer/pre-employment basis only. The starting date is negotiable but will be no later than August 1, 2025. For additional information, please contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Joe Dahlen (jdahlen@uga.edu ). Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests. Assistant/Associate Professor of Precision Forestry Position Description This is a 9-month tenure track appointment with expected research, teaching, and professional service responsibilities at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University of Georgia (UGA). This position will be focused on the use of precision forestry technologies, including remote sensing, LiDAR, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and digitalization to improve site-specific prescriptions in forest management and advance the use of technology in forestry. The candidate will use these technologies to address diverse forest management, conservation, sustainability, forest health, and/or timber operations. The establishment and continued support of an active, externally funded graduate research program supporting M.S. and Ph.D. students in precision forestry is expected. This position will also support our undergraduate and graduate teaching missions by expanding our offerings in precision forestry. Undergraduate teaching responsibilities will begin in Fall Semester 2025. The candidate will engage in professional service by actively assisting or leading scientific societies, engaging in the peer review process, and providing service to the Warnell School and UGA committees. This position is part of a cluster hire in the general area of sustainable forestry. There will be an opportunity to collaborate with new hires in sustainable forestry, advanced forest biomaterials, and natural capital. Qualifications Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Forestry, Forest Engineering, Remote Sensing, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, and documented expertise relevant to the position description with a focus on integrating precision technologies into forest management decision making. The successful candidate must have a strong background in remote sensing, automation, and/or artificial intelligence and its use to support land management and/or forest operations decision-making. A history of working with managed forest systems would be viewed favorably. Demonstrated multidisciplinary collaborative work is preferred, with opportunities for similar continued efforts with faculty in Warnell including with the Plantation Management Research Cooperative (PMRC), Southern Pine Health Research Cooperative (SPHRC), Wood Quality Consortium (WQC), and Center for Forest Business (CFB), and across the University, especially the Institute for Integrative Precision Agriculture. Strengths in oral and written communication must be evident, and evidence of excellence in teaching is preferred. Evidence of activity in research design, grant development, presentation of results at scientific meetings, and publication of results in leading peer-reviewed journals is essential. Additional Requirements Appointment at the Associate Professor level requires a record consistent with promotion to Associate Professor at the Warnell School such as strong evidence of emerging stature as a regional/national authority, acquiring and administering external funding, ability to produce and communicate research, and excellence in teaching and working with students. Service at the Associate Professor level for at least 1-2 years is preferred for this rank. About the University The University of Georgia (www.uga.edu) is a top 20 ranked public land/sea/space grant institution comprised of 18 schools and colleges and designated as a Carnegie Very High Research Activity (R1) institution with strong community engagement. Athens is a diverse community of approximately 150,000 people located less than 75 miles from Atlanta. UGA enrolls approximately 41,200 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources is a professional school with world-class research, teaching, and outreach programs in natural resources conservation and is committed to inclusive excellence. The Warnell School is comprised of 68 faculty, 100 support staff, 265 undergraduates, and 240 graduate students (www.warnell.uga.edu). The school offers Bachelor of Science, Master of Forest Resources, Master of Natural Resources, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in the areas of Forestry; Fisheries & Wildlife; Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management; and Natural Resource Management & Sustainability. The school manages over 17,000 acres of forestland across the state in support of its teaching, outreach, and research missions. Application Instructions Review of applications will begin on Sunday, January 5, 2025. All applicants MUST apply online through UGAJobs at www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/403344. Applicants are required to submit: Cover letter Curriculum Vitae One-page statement of teaching interests One-page statement of research interests Unofficial transcripts of all college-level work Name and contact information for three references Individuals invited for interviews will be required to have three reference letters submitted, on their behalf, directly to the chair of the search committee. University policy requires all candidates to consent to and authorize a background investigation (www.hr.uga.edu). A background investigation and request of official transcripts will be conducted on a post-offer/pre-employment basis only. The starting date is negotiable but will be no later than August 1, 2025. For additional information, please contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Kamal Gandhi (kjgandhi@uga.edu). Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests.
