Assistant/associate Professor - Wildlife Specialist

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified
Statewide wildlife management program leadership
Strong communication with non-technical audiences
Collaboration with county extension agents
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor - Wildlife Specialist to lead a statewide extension program focused on wildlife management. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a natural resources-related field and possess strong communication skills to engage stakeholders effectively

Job Summary

  • The successful candidate will lead a comprehensive statewide extension program focused on upland game bird management and nuisance wildlife issues.
  • The position requires strong communication skills to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences including landowners, hunters, and 4-H youth.
  • The incumbent is expected to generate program support through extramural funding from state, federal, and industry sources.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor - Wildlife Specialist to lead a statewide extension program focused on wildlife management. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a natural resources-related field and possess strong communication skills to engage stakeholders effectively.

Salary

Commensurate with Education and Experience; Not specified; Benefits Eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Statewide wildlife management program leadership
  • Strong communication with non-technical audiences
  • Collaboration with county extension agents
  • Development of training programs for agents
  • Publishing in peer-reviewed outlets

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with private forest landowners
  • Certification by The Wildlife Society
  • Knowledge of land-grant mission
  • Demonstrated ability to engage stakeholders
  • Fostering collaborative work environment

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in natural resources or wildlife management
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Flexibility to travel throughout the state
  • Ability to traverse forested terrain

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the United States

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