Assistant Professor Of Practice In Urban Forestry

The Ohio State University

Columbus, Ohio, US
Urban forest dynamics
Arboriculture and tree health
Tree canopy change
The successful candidate will contribute to teaching (65%), Extension (25%), and service (10%) in areas including urban forest dynamics, arboriculture and tree health, tree canopy change, forest-based ecosystem services, tree and forest measurement, and equitable access to greenspace in municipal and urbanizing areas

Job Summary

  • The successful candidate will contribute to teaching (65%), Extension (25%), and service (10%) in areas including urban forest dynamics, arboriculture and tree health, tree canopy change, forest-based ecosystem services, tree and forest measurement, and equitable access to greenspace in municipal and urbanizing areas.
  • This position includes a 25% Extension appointment, and Extension expectations are commensurate with that level of effort.
  • The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence and offers comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Matching Summary

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching (65%), Extension (25%), and service (10%) in areas including urban forest dynamics, arboriculture and tree health, tree canopy change, forest-based ecosystem services, tree and forest measurement, and equitable access to greenspace in municipal and urbanizing areas.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Urban forest dynamics
  • Arboriculture and tree health
  • Tree canopy change
  • Forest-based ecosystem services
  • Equitable access to greenspace

Nice-to-have

  • Community engagement and outreach
  • Applied research in urban forests
  • Monitoring urban forests with technology

Key Requirements

  • Earned Ph.D. in related field
  • Evidence of teaching excellence potential
  • Experience mentoring diverse students
  • Excellent communication skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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