Program Specialist - Forest Industries/Wood Products Utilization

The position will develop and deliver an effective forest product utilization and marketing extension and research program focusing on the needs of Ohio's forest products industries and addressing interests, concerns, and opportunities related to those industries.

The Ohio State University

Piketon, OH

Deadline: 2004/01/01

Position:          Program Specialist -- Forest Industries/Wood Products Utilization

Location:        The Ohio State University South Centers, Piketon, Ohio

Responsibilities:  The position will develop and deliver an effective forest product utilization and marketing extension and research program focusing on the needs of Ohio's forest products industries and addressing interests, concerns, and opportunities related to those industries.  That effort will include but is not limited to programs aimed at the logging industry, addressing issues and practices to economically and efficiently harvest and utilize forest resources in an environmentally responsible way; and programs aimed at improving the economics and efficiency of small and mid-sized primary and secondary forest industries.

Qualifications:  Minimum of an M.S. degree, with at least one degree in an appropriate area related to forest industries/wood products utilization, or a suitable combination of education and experience.  The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to develop and deliver educational programs appropriate for a variety of clientele, as well as a willingness to work closely with a variety of colleagues and clientele.  Demonstrated success working in or with the Forest Industry is desirable. 

Salary:  Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Process:  Please apply on line at: www.jobs.osu.edu.  For more information contact Marsha Amlin at 740-289-2071 or amlin.1@osu.edu, or visit the South Centers web site at http//southcenters.osu.edu/.  Application deadline is April 17, 2005; the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.

THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, QUALIFIED WOMEN, MINORITIES, VIETNAM-ERA VETERANS, DISABLED VETERANS, AND INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

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