Associate/Full Professor in Ecosystem Science Department of Ecosystem Science and Management
We are seeking a creative, dynamic, and ambitious scientist with research interests in ecosystem modeling, whole system analysis, and integrative sciences to join the faculty of the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management (http://essm.tamu.edu) at Texas A&M University. We invite applications from candidates in all disciplines of ecosystem science. We particularly seek a scientist with expertise in modeling and whose research integrates human dimensions and natural systems. The appointee will have the opportunity to participate in and lead the Center for Natural Resource Information Technology (CNRIT) (http://cnrit.tamu.edu) at Texas A&M University. The appointed faculty member will develop an independently funded research program in their area of interest. This is a tenure-track or tenured position with an expected 30% teaching and 70% research effort. General Duties and Responsibilities: The appointee is expected to develop world class research and teaching programs focused on whole systems analysis, informatics, and the development of models, tools, and theories for integration of ecological, social, and cultural dimensions of ecosystem science and management. The incumbent is expected to contribute to the department's teaching mission by developing an undergraduate or graduate course in his or her area of expertise. As the director of CNRIT, the candidate would be expected to lead a team of scientists in addressing significant real-world natural resource, environmental, or agricultural problems. Qualifications: (preferred/required) Required - An earned Ph.D. in any discipline related to ecosystem science; including ecological, agricultural, natural resource, or environmental sciences (for example: ecology, forest or range management, agronomy, hydrology, geosciences, remote sensing). Demonstrated ability to acquire extramural funding for research. Outstanding record of publication. Preferred - Demonstrated knowledge and experience in ecosystem modeling. Demonstrated ability in research program management. Demonstrated ability in building multi-disciplinary teams that addressed national and international problems relating to natural resources, agriculture, and the environment. Description and Opportunities: Ecosystems are inherently integrated settings that simultaneously involve communities, economics, and environmental components. The emerging Science of Integration uses whole system analysis and theories for integrating all dimensions of ecosystem science and management using cutting edge technologies. This position has significant opportunities to collaborate in, lead, and continue to build ongoing programs. Center for Natural Resource Information Technology (CNRIT) CNRIT facilitates research and development that takes a holistic and interdisciplinary approach to information management and decision systems for planning, monitoring and assessing management systems, new technologies and policy relative to the economic well-being of landholders, society and the natural resources supporting future generations. CNRIT has several contract funded personnel, including system analysts, programmers, and modelers and ongoing contracts that provide opportunities for continued innovation. International programs, with multiple Principal Investigators, are an important component of the current CNRIT research portfolio. As the Director of CNRIT the successful candidate will have opportunity to collaborate and participate in programs in other centers including National Center for Foreign Animal and Zoonotic Disease Defense (FAZD) (http://fazd.tamu.edu), Spatial Sciences Laboratory (http://ssl.tamu.edu) and Blackland Research and Extension Center (http://www.brc.tamus.edu). Application deadline is December 31, 2008 or until a suitable candidate is found. Interested individuals should send: (1) a letter of intent, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) names and contact information of five references. Application should be made on-line at: https://greatjobs.tamu.edu/, refer to NOV# 03808. Additional information can be obtained from: Richard Conner, T.M. O'Connor Professor and Chair, Search Committee Ecosystem Science and Management Department Texas A&M University 2138TAMU, College Station, TX 77843-2138 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Phone (979-845-7456) The Texas A&M University System is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in the workplace.