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Assistant Professor, Human Dimensions of Ecosystem Management

Position: The Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology invites applications for an academic-year, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Human Dimensions of Ecosystem Management with emphasis on forests and wildlife (60% research, 40% instruction). Candidates should have research interests in one or more of the following areas: community forestry; collaborative and participatory resource management; social aspects of ecosystem management; social drivers and consequences of landscape change; risk perception and analysis in conservation; impacts of changing societal trends on the values and uses of forests and wildlife; state and non-state governance concerning ecosystem management, endangered resources, or sustainability.

Organization
Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology, UW Madison

Location
Madison, WI

Application Deadline
09/15/2007

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong research program with a focus on the human dimensions of ecosystem management and to teach 2 to 3 classes, including a required upper-level course in resource policy. Other course responsibilities will depend on the qualifications and interests of the selected candidate and may be at the undergraduate or graduate level. Graduate student mentoring will be an important part of the incumbent’s program, and success in obtaining extramural funds for research is expected. The successful candidate will be required to perform university and community service as appropriate.

Qualifications: An earned doctorate with expertise in a social science such as forestry, geography, political science, sociology, resource economics or policy, or closely related field is required. The ability to apply social science concepts, models and theories to the study of natural resources, especially forests and wildlife, is essential. Preference will be given to candidates that present evidence of the potential for teaching excellence and a beginning record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States and have excellent English and communication skills. The successful candidate must complete her/his Ph.D. before appointment at the assistant professor level.

Please apply at

www.forest.wisc.edu/open_positions/

by September 15, 2007 to ensure full consideration. Direct inquiries to Dr. Nancy Langston, Search Committee Chair at

nelangst@wisc.edu

UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Information about the department and links to College and campus programs can be found at

www.forest.wisc.edu

For more information, see www.forest.wisc.edu/open_positions/.