Assistant/Associate Professor, Forest Water Resources/Hydrology
This is a full-time (12 month), tenure-accruing position in the SFRC with responsibilities in research (70% - Florida Agricultural Experiment Station) and teaching (30% - College of Agricultural and Life Sciences).
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
Deadline: 2005/07/15
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT # 0001-5020
Title: ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR -- FOREST WATER RESOURCES/HYDROLOGY
Location: SCHOOL OF FOREST RESOURCES & CONSERVATION (SFRC)
INSTITUTE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES (IFAS)
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA (UF)
Salary: COMMENSURATE WITH QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Position Open To: Formal review of applications to begin July 15, 2005 and will continue until the position is filled.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This is a full-time (12 month), tenure-accruing position in the SFRC with responsibilities in research (70% - Florida Agricultural Experiment Station) and teaching (30% - College of Agricultural and Life Sciences). The incumbent is expected to develop an extramurally funded research program in the areas of water quality and water quantity of forested lands principally in north Florida. Examples include: (a) the analysis of nutrient loading from managed forested lands; and (b) the evaluation of impacts of water level changes upon forested wetlands on local, watershed and regional levels. Teaching responsibilities include a required undergraduate course in forest hydrology/water resources and a graduate level class in the incumbent's specialty. The faculty member will participate in graduate education by advising graduate students, serving on graduate committees, and supervising thesis and dissertation research. The initial research:teaching assignment may change over time depending upon needs of the School and/or opportunities for the faculty member.
The individual hired for this position will report to the Director of the School of Forest Resources & Conservation (http://www.sfrc.ufl.edu) and will be located on the UF campus in a tenure-accruing position. Funding for this position is cooperative with the St Johns River Water Management District (http://sjr.state.fl.us/), and the faculty member will work closely with the District in the development and execution of research projects with direct application to the District's programs. The faculty member will also support District programs in technology transfer and service. In addition, interdisciplinary collaboration and participation in the Hydrologic Sciences Academic Cluster (http://hydrology.ufl.edu) and the newly created UF Water Institute (http://waterinstitute.ufl.edu) are expected.
QUALIFICATIONS: A Ph.D. in forestry, hydrology, water resources, soils, wetland ecology or other areas of watershed science and demonstrated interest and expertise in forest hydrology/water resources are required. Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication in English, interpersonal relationships and procurement of extramural funding. Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land Grant University system, and have a commitment to UF/IFAS core values of excellence, diversity, global involvement, and accountability. Candidates should have demonstrated interest in collaborating with colleagues within academia, as well as professionals in government and private organizations, and be able to work within the U.S.
OTHER INFORMATION: Half of Florida (15 million acres) is covered in diverse forest ecosystems and they contributed over $16 billion per year to the State's economy. Water quality and quantity issues have become increasingly important in Florida and elsewhere in the southeastern USA. Forested landscapes and wetlands play a critical role in aquifer recharge and fresh water, marine and estuarine ecology. The forest, agricultural and marine industries in Florida, including recreation and tourism, are significantly impacted by forest hydrologic cycles. Acknowledging the importance of water quality and quantity, the state created Water Management Districts (WMD) to better manage Florida's water resources. The WMD's and other state agencies now manage nearly three million acres of land. In addition, the Division of Forestry administers the state's forestry Best Management Practices (BMP) program -- an applied science program to protect forest water resources, which is evolving as new scientific information and technology becomes available. Research opportunities exist for ensuring that the BMPs are effective and for improving practices associated with emerging forest/water issues.
The SFRC, a unit of the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (http://www.ifas.ufl.edu), is located in Gainesville, a culturally diverse community in north central Florida. The School has teaching, research, and extension education programs with 30 faculty members, 35 affiliate and courtesy faculty, 25 support personnel and 250 students. Educational programs are provided at the main campus in Gainesville, as well as research and education centers in Milton and Plant City. The University of Florida is a Land-Grant institution with an enrollment in excess of 49,000 students and is a member of the Association of American Universities. IFAS includes 20 academic units, 5 interdisciplinary centers, 14 research and education centers throughout the state, and Cooperative Extension units in each of Florida's 67 counties and with the Seminole Tribe. IFAS, one of the nation's largest agricultural and natural resources research and education organizations, is administered by a Senior Vice President and four Deans for the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Extension, Research, and the College of Veterinary Medicine.
The St. Johns River Water Management District manages water resources within an area of 32,100 km2 located in northeastern and east central Florida. The District seeks to ensure the sustainable use of water resources through regulation, land acquisition and management, and regional projects designed to protect and improve freshwater and estuarine ecosystems.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All applications must be submitted via the Internet at http://jobs.ufl.edu/. First time applicants must “Create / Update Resume" and then register. A letter of intent and curriculum vitae must be attached as one document. The position is listed under the “View Job Postings / Apply for Job" option. Mark “academic- Faculty" under the Job Categories and initiate the search. Mark the specific position for your “Job Basket" and then click “Apply for Jobs in Basket". Hard copies of curriculum vitae, letters of intent or any form of applications will not be accepted. Submit names and contact information of 4 references along with transcripts of academic work to the address below. For full consideration the above materials must be received by July 15, 2005. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Refer to Position #0001-5020 RETURN INQUIRIES TO:
Dr. Tim White
Director, School of Forest Resources & Conservation
Email: tlwhite@ufl.edu
or,
Dr. Eric J. Jokela
Chair, Search and Screen Committee
School of Forest Resources & Conservation
PO Box 110410
Gainesville FL 32611-0410
Email: ejokela@ufl.edu
Phone: (352) 846-0890
Fax: (352) 846-1277
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity, equal access employer. The “government in the sunshine" laws of Florida require that all documents relating to the search process, including application / nomination and references, except transcripts, be available for public inspection.
For more information, visit: http://jobs.ufl.edu/
