Deadline: Mon, 01/15/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Davis & Elkins College Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location: West Virginia Location Detail: Elkins, West Virginia Job Description: Davis & Elkins College, a private college in the liberal arts tradition, invites nominations and applications for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Biology, Environmental Science, and Sustainability beginning in the Fall 2024 semester. A Ph.D. in Forestry is preferred, individuals with a MS in Forestry and experience in forestry operations are encouraged to apply. We seek applicants with a strong interest in teaching and advising, who will be able to teach a 4/4 course load in a variety of forestry courses such as, Timber Harvesting, Wood and Forest Products, and Silviculture. While forestry will be the faculty member’s primary teaching responsibility, an ability to teach a range of courses in Environmental Science and Sustainable Resource Management is strongly preferred. Rank is dependent upon qualifications and the position is renewable upon satisfactory performance. Davis & Elkins College seeks to “prepare and inspire students for success and for thoughtful engagement in the world.” To fulfill this mission, the Department is committed to providing a rigorous education that also provides students with opportunities for experiential learning, and encourages internships, collaboration and practical problem solving. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: We seek applicants with a strong interest in teaching, advising and mentoring, who can contribute to teaching related to ‘SAF Required Areas of Study’ that may include but are not limited to classes in timber harvesting, wood products, silviculture, forest/natural resource management. Specific instructional assignments depend upon the candidate’s expertise and the needs of the department. In addition, the candidate is expected to advise and provide mentorship to undergraduate students in the department. The faculty member will work closely with faculty in the department and division, field station management, WV Division of Forestry, forest landowner associations, other state and federal agencies, Society of American Foresters, and other organizations within and beyond West Virginia. Miscellaneous: A Ph.D. in Forestry is preferred, individuals with a MS in Forestry and experience in forestry operations are encouraged to apply. How to Apply: All applications must include a letter of interest addressing how the applicant can fulfill the requirements of the position and advance the mission of the College, a curriculum vitae or resume, and the names and contact information (including phone numbers and e-mail addresses) of four professional references. Official transcripts will be required before an appointment is made. Please submit materials electronically via e-mail to Ms. Donna McCauley, Administrative Assistant, Office of Academic Affairs, Davis & Elkins College at mccauleyd@dewv.edu. Please write “Forestry” in the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled, but all applications received before January 15, 2024 will receive full consideration. If you have any questions about the position, please email Dr. Crystal Krause, krausec@dewv.edu.
