Assistant/Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Natural Resources Science Communication
- Employer
- The University of Georgia
- Location
- Athens Area
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- Professional Fields, Communication & Journalism, Science & Technology, Agricultural Science & Extension
- Position Type
- Tenured & Tenure-Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
F2159P
Working Title:Assistant/Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Natural Resources Science Communication
Department:Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res
About the University of Georgia:Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department:The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources is a professional school with world class research, teaching, and outreach programs in natural resources conservation and is committed to inclusive excellence. The Warnell School is comprised of 68 faculty, 100 support staff, 265 undergraduates, and 240 graduate students (www.warnell.uga.edu). The School offers Bachelor of Science, Master of Forest Resources, Master of Natural Resources, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in the areas of Forestry; Fisheries & Wildlife; Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management; and Natural Resource Management & Sustainability. The School manages over 17,000 acres of forestland across the state in support of its teaching, outreach, and research missions.
College/Unit/Department website:www.warnell.uga.edu
Posting Type:External
Employment Type:Employee
Benefits Eligibility:Benefits Eligible
Anticipated Start Date:08/01/2025
Job Posting Date:10/17/2024
Open until filled:Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:To ensure full consideration, please apply by November 17th, 2024. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of extension, teaching, and applied research interests (totaling less than three pages), unofficial transcripts of all college-level work, copies of up to three recent publications, and contact information for three references. Applicants are encouraged to provide a portfolio highlighting their use of innovative communication strategies/tools to convey scientific information to diverse audiences. Individuals selected as finalists will be asked to submit official college transcripts to ofatranscripts@uga.edu. Letters of reference will be solicited by the search chair for finalists prior to interviews. University policy requires all candidates to consent to a background investigation (www.hr.uga.edu). Finalists will be required to provide a signed consent form authorizing the University to conduct a background check (www.hr.uga.edu). The background investigation will be conducted on a post-offer/pre-employment basis. The start date is negotiable but August 1st, 2025 is preferred. All applicants MUST apply online. No paper applications will be accepted. For additional information, please contact Dr. Yanshu Li, Chair, NRC Search Committee (yanshu.li@uga.edu).
We strongly encourage and welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.
Athens Area
EEO Statement:The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Open Rank
Faculty Rank:Open Rank
Contract Type:Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status:Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications:Candidates must possess a Ph.D. degree prior to the starting date with an emphasis on natural resources science communication, science communication, agricultural education, environmental education, or a closely related natural resources discipline.
Position Summary:The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University of Georgia in Athens, GA invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in natural resources communication. This is a full-time, 9-month position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, with responsibilities in outreach (60%), teaching (35%), and professional service (5%). The successful candidate is expected to conduct applied research to support outreach and teaching programs.
For the outreach appointment, the successful candidate will integrate three main functions: (1) instruction and training of extension professionals and undergraduate and graduate students, (2) applied research, and (3) consultation and technical assistance to stakeholders. Instruction and training will include program design, project coordination, instructional materials development, and program evaluations. Applied research should address problems, opportunities, or issues of relevance to the outreach mission of the Warnell School (https://www.warnelloutreach.org/), meeting academic and/or professional standards, and leading to a peer-reviewed publication. The successful candidate will build collaborative partnerships with a variety of stakeholders including formal and non-formal educators, private landowners, forest industry, agricultural producers, federal and state agencies, natural resource professionals, and nongovernmental organizations. The candidate will also be expected to establish interdisciplinary collaborations with faculty in the Warnell School and across campus. In particular, the candidate is expected to collaborate with Warnell School faculty in communicating their research outcomes using innovative new media (e.g., via videos, social media, mobile apps, graphics, streaming platforms, and podcasts). The position is based in Athens, Georgia, but requires travel throughout Georgia.
For the teaching appointment, the successful candidate will teach two traditional on-campus courses per year. One course should be in their area of expertise, and the other will preferably focus on stakeholder-based science communication. The candidate will also assist with an undergraduate capstone service-learning course and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Professional service includes serving on School/University committees and actively participating in professional/scientific societies.
Appointment at the Associate Professor level requires a record consistent with promotion to Associate Professor at the Warnell School, including strong evidence of emerging stature as a regional/national authority, securing external funding, ability to produce and communicate research, and excellence in teaching and working with students. Service at the Associate Professor level for 1-2 years is preferred for this rank.
Candidates should demonstrate: (1) strong oral and written communication skills, (2) scholarship through peer-reviewed publications and/or technical publications, (3) commitment and ability to conduct public outreach and teaching, and (4) willingness to work closely with stakeholders from diverse groups and with varied background knowledge of natural resources and environment.
Individuals with expertise in the following areas are encouraged to apply: natural resources science communication, science communication, agricultural education, environmental education, or a closely related natural resources discipline.
Demonstrated (1) proficiency in using new media for natural resources science communication; (2) ability to secure extramural funding for outreach and research programs; (3) record of developing, delivering, and evaluating training programs; (4) ability to teach coursework in science communication and/or natural resource related disciplines; and (5) ability to integrate science and stakeholder values for natural resource decision-making.
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Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:No
Does this position require a P-Card? :No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :No
Is driving a responsibility of this position?:Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):No
Credit and P-Card policy:Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy:Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Organization
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. Founded in 1785, it is the birthplace of public higher education in America.
Today, UGA enrolls more than 40,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The main campus has 460 buildings on 767 acres of land. The total acreage of UGA in 30 Georgia counties is 41,539. UGA has 18 colleges and schools, which include Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environment and Design, Family and Consumer Sciences, Forestry and Natural Resources, Graduate School, Journalism and Mass Communication, Law, Pharmacy, Public Health, Public and International Affairs, Social Work, Veterinary Medicine, and the Honors College. It offers 24 baccalaureate degrees in more than 140 fields; 33 master’s degrees in 144 fields; 8 educational specialist degrees; four doctoral degrees in 99 areas; professional degrees in law, pharmacy and veterinary medicine; and more than 170 study-abroad and exchange programs. UGA Libraries rank among the nation’s best research libraries and contain a total of 5.3 million volumes and one of nation’s largest map collections. The university has had 25 recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, making it one of the nation’s top Rhodes producers among public universities. UGA is home of the Peabody Awards, presented annually for distinguished achievement and meritorious public service for television, podcast/radio, and digital media. It also is home of Georgia’s State Botanical Garden, state Museum of Art and State Museum of Natural History. Additionally, UGA has one of the largest and most comprehensive public service and outreach programs conducted by an American educational institution.
- Telephone
- 706-542-3000
- Location
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215 S. Jackson St.
Athens
Georgia
30602
US
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