Assistant/associate Professor - Wildlife Specialist

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified
Ph.d. in natural resources or wildlife field
Valid driver's license required
Ability to travel statewide frequently
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor specializing in wildlife management. The successful candidate will develop and lead an extension program focusing on wildlife management, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team

Job Summary

  • The successful candidate will lead a comprehensive statewide extension program focused on wildlife management including upland game birds and invasive species.
  • The position requires strong communication skills to effectively convey technical information to landowners, hunters, and 4-H youth through various media.
  • The incumbent is expected to generate program support through extramural funding from state, federal, and industry sources while publishing in peer-reviewed outlets.

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The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor specializing in wildlife management. The successful candidate will develop and lead an extension program focusing on wildlife management, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

Salary

Commensurate with Education and Experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in natural resources or wildlife field
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Ability to travel statewide frequently
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Experience engaging non-technical audiences

Nice-to-have

  • Certification by The Wildlife Society
  • Experience with private forest landowners
  • Knowledge of land-grant mission
  • State registration board certification
  • Collaborative work environment commitment

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in natural resources-related field
  • Degree related to wildlife or wildlife management
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Valid driver's license
  • Three professional references required

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the United States

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