The Arkansas Forest Resources Center, University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, is seeking to fill a Program Associate position to support faculty research in forest health and silviculture that advances our understanding of forest systems’ response to natural and anthropogenic disturbances. This position is a 12‐month, one year appointment with the possibility of extension based on satisfactory performance and funding availability.
The successful candidate is expected to work independently on assigned duties ranging from assisting in proposal preparation and publication in peer‐reviewed journals, supervising program technicians and temporary staff and students, and conducting field research. Research related responsibilities include data management and statistical analysis, maintenance of accurate records, maintenance of laboratory facilities, preparation of progress reports and presentations, equipment acquisition, and budget monitoring. Information transfer duties include providing technical assistance in support of experimental design and statistical analyses, and independently delivering oral and poster presentations at meetings, conferences, and field‐tours. Required qualifications: M.S. degree in Forestry or other Natural Resources related field; strong quantitative background including spatial analysis and modeling; proficiency with spatial analysis and statistical software such as SAS, R, ArcGIS; ability to develop and proficiently carry out vegetation sampling and measurement; experience in use of a wide variety of measurement tools and equipment; working knowledge of relational databases; familiarity with southern forest systems including a mastery of plant identification; effective oral and written communication skills; willingness and ability to work outdoors, in adverse weather conditions; strong knowledge of field and laboratory safety procedures; ability to travel, including overnight travel, a valid driver’s license; ability to lift 50 lbs; proof of eligibility to work in the United States. ADDITIONAL PREFERRED: Experience with grant writing and submission procedures; demonstrated record of referred journal publications; knowledge and experience in fire management, forest health, and/or silviculture; experience with tree‐ring data collection and analysis; familiarity with reference management software. SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications. Excellent benefits. APPLICATION: Please visit https://jobs.uark.edu/postings/12417 to apply for this position, # NCA54P. You must electronically submit your cover letter, resume, a copy of your academic transcripts, any prior publications, and contact information for 3 references. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until March 31, 2016. CONTACT: For application questions, please contact Rhonda Parris at par...@uamont.edu. For additional information about this position, contact Dr. Mohammad Bataineh (870‐460‐1449; batai...@uamont.edu <mailto:batai...@uamont.edu> ). The University of Arkansas System is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution. Persons regardless of race, color, national origin, age, or disability are encouraged to apply. Mohammad M. Bataineh, Ph. D. Assistant Professor of Forest Health Arkansas Forest Resources Center, U.A Division of Ag. School of Forestry & Natural Resources, U.A. at Monticello 110 University Court, P.O. Box 3468 Monticello, AR 71656 Office Phone: (870) 460-1449 Cell Phone: (903) 388-3894 Fax: (870) 460-1092 Email: batai...@uamont.edu Mohammad M. Bataineh, Ph. D. Assistant Professor of Forest Health Arkansas Forest Resources Center, U.A Division of Ag. School of Forestry & Natural Resources, U.A. at Monticello 110 University Court, P.O. Box 3468 Monticello, AR 71656 Office Phone: (870) 460-1449 Cell Phone: (903) 388-3894 Fax: (870) 460-1092 Email: batai...@uamont.edu
