Natural Resources Job Board

 
POSITION: The Department of Rangeland, Wildlife, and Fisheries Management (RWFM) and its extension unit are pleased to invite applications for an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist – Wildlife Management position. The department addresses practical issues affecting rangelands, wildlife, and fisheries management through applied science.  We are eager to add another outstanding individual to our growing extension unit. This is a non-tenure-track appointment with 100% Extension responsibilities, but there will be ample opportunities to collaborate with our teaching and research faculty on topics of common interest. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Position will be open until filled.

 

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful applicant will be expected to build a program in their area of expertise, but there is a need to mitigate agricultural damage caused by wildlife, including predators and especially invasive animals like feral swine. Collaboration with and support of county extension agents and other Extension colleagues is required, and reciprocal support can help specialists understand local needs and establish relationships with private landowners. A demonstrated ability to work with private landowners, state and federal agencies, and other relevant partners in a collaborative and collegial manner is essential to the success of this position. The incumbent will develop a nationally recognized Extension program focusing within their area of expertise while incorporating the management of predators, effective control approaches and strategies that reduce agricultural damages.

 

The development and leadership of an independent and extramurally funded program is imperative as this person establishes their program and later advances through the academic ranks. Given the outward-facing nature of Extension, this position will be located off campus at the Stephenville AgriLife Research and Extension Center. There are many options to collaborate with state and federal agencies (e.g. APHIS/TWS, TPWD, USFWS), NGOs (East Foundation, Welder Wildlife Foundation), regional universities (TAMU-Kingsville, Sul Ross State University), and other entities across Texas to achieve common wildlife management goals. The candidate would be expected to build relationships with groups like these and with other surrounding states that may be dealing with similar challenges in wildlife conservation. 

 

REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in Wildlife Management, Ecology, Conservation or related field is required. Evidence of applied research and translating results relevant to private and public stakeholders is preferred.

 

RESOURCES: The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary, a startup package, and access to facilities and real properties associated with the Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, Texas A&M AgriLife, and the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences within Texas A&M University. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is a State of Texas agency in the Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) and boasts many high-quality academic and agency units conducting Extension education and research in areas of natural resources conservation and management. Apply at https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AgriLife_Extension_External/job/Stephenville-TX/Assistant-Professor---Extension-Specialist---Wildlife-Management_R-079303 

 
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants must submit: (1) a cover letter of interest, (2) detailed curriculum vitae, (3) no more than a two-page statement of an Extension/applied research plan, (4) a transcript of all course work (unofficial) and (5) contact information for three professional references who can provide a critical evaluation of the applicant’s qualifications. For questions, email inquiries to the attention of Dr. James Cathey, Natural Resources Institute, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843, via Ms. Theresa Nemec e-mail: theresa.nemec@ag.tamu.edu