Assistant Professor in Natural Resource Management

Job Description

Job Description

PURPOSE:

Lincoln University of Missouri is seeking highly motivated, creative, individuals to apply for the Assistant Professor position of Natural Resource Management with a focus on Agroforestry practices, including silvopasture, alley cropping, and riparian forest buffers. This a 12-month, non-tenure track, full-benefit eligible faculty position with 75% research and 25% extension/outreach appointments.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develop a high-impact, nationally recognized, innovative agroforestry research program (AFRP) that addresses current challenges and opportunities in Missouri and beyond.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at both grower-focused and professional conferences.
• Conduct science-backed educational outreach that aligns with producers' needs as related to agroforestry practices (silvopasture, alley cropping, and riparian forest buffers, etc.).
• Write grant proposals for extramural, competitive funding to support an AFRP.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and contribute to relevant professional societies.
• Collaborate with faculty within the University and other institutions.
• Work closely with University's research farms, extension educators, and industry partners.
• May be required to teach courses relevant to their expertise, supervise undergraduate and graduate students, and provide department, college, and university services as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean or Associate Research Director.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to conduct quality research, publish research articles in peer-reviewed journals, and secure extramural funding through grant proposals.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A collaborative mindset, valuing different perspectives and working effectively in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Agroforestry, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or a closely related field.
• Background in experimental design, data management, and statistical analysis.
• Demonstrated record of research and peer-reviewed publications in agroforestry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience of postdoctoral research in agroforestry is preferred.
• Track record of securing extramural funding through grant proposals.
• Familiarity with critical and emergent issues related to forestry/agroforestry in Missouri and beyond.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to correctly lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to drive vehicles and must have a valid driver's license.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Lincoln University. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility