Deadline: Tue, 01/10/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: Mississippi State University Job Field: Forestry Wildlife Job Type: Assistantship Location: Mississippi Location Detail: Mississippi State University Job Description: The Department of Forestry in the College of Forest Resources and the Forest and Wildlife Research Center at Mississippi State University is seeking applicants for a funded M.S. assistantship. The successful candidate will work under the direction of Dr. Eric McConnell in the area of forest business, which includes topics related to timberland investment, timber procurement, forest operations, forest real estate management, and forest taxation. The research focus will be tailored to align with the program’s mission as well as the successful candidate's interests, strengths, and professional goals. The candidate will be expected to communicate his/her research results in writing through peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, and/or Extension fact sheets and bulletins. Presentations at regional, national, and international meetings will also be required. Thus, applicants must be independent and passionate about furthering their education in forestry and forest business. The assistantship is available beginning in August 2023. The 2-year position includes a stipend ($16,000 annually), tuition waiver, and insurance. Associated fees are the student’s responsibility. Qualifications: Required qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources with an emphasis in forestry, or a related field Ability to meet all admissions requirements to the Department of Forestry M.S. program Excellent oral and written communication skills Valid driver’s license Preferred qualifications: Interest or experience using statistical, spatial, and/or operations research software to solve research problems Exposure to drafting research articles, technical bulletins, or similar reports Miscellaneous: About Mississippi State University: Information about the Department of Forestry at Mississippi State University as well as admissions criteria can be found at https://www.cfr.msstate.edu/forestry/index.asp and http://www.grad.msstate.edu/. Interested candidates should email Dr. Eric McConnell a short letter of interest, your resume, and unofficial undergraduate transcripts. The successful applicant will be required to apply to the Graduate School at Mississippi State University. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The application deadline for 2023 fall enrollment is either May 1, 2023 (international), or August 1, 2023 (domestic). MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, disability status, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population. What do I do if I need an accommodation: In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.misstate.edu. If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.misstate.edu. Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired. How to Apply: Contact Information: Eric McConnell, Ph.D. Department of Forestry Forest and Wildlife Research Center Box 9681 Mississippi State, MS 39762 Office: MSU Main Campus, Thompson Hall 365 E-mail: eric.mcconnell@msstate.edu Phone: (662) 325-6340
