Wildlife - Avian Ecologist

Wildlife - Avian Ecologist (Full Time Temporary Faculty Position)

Humboldt State University

Humboldt State University’s Department of Wildlife invites applications for an academic year (full-time; 1.0 timebase) temporary faculty position in APPLIED AVIAN ECOLOGY for academic year 2019-2020. Initial appointment will be for the Fall 2019 semester. Instructional assignments may include: WLDF 365 (ornithology), WLDF 42x (conservation and management of a specific group based on candidate’s experience), WLDF 301 (ecology and principles of wildlife management), WLDF 478 (population ecology), WLDF 485 and 585 (seminars for seniors or graduate students, respectively) or WLDF 495 (Senior Projects and Thesis). Instructional assignments will be consistent with the programmatic needs of the department and students.

An earned PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Wildlife Management, Conservation Biology, Ecology or related field from an accredited college or university is preferred at time of appointment. Applicants with progress towards terminal degree completion by appointment date will be considered.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following:

•Experience and expertise in applied avian ecology, natural history, conservation &/or management;

•Ability to identify western birds;

•Commitment to and/or experience promoting and fostering a learning environment that is

supportive of individuals from diverse backgrounds;

•Potential for effective teaching or teaching experience using a variety of methodologies;

•Interest and ability to teach a broad range of courses in the wildlife program; and

•Willingness to participate in the development of online learning experiences.

The Department of Wildlife at HSU enjoys a strong reputation for excellent undergraduate and Master’s level graduate education balanced with active applied research. It is a thriving program with approximately 385 students and has experienced significant growth in recent years. Additional information about the Department of Wildlife can be found at: http://www.humboldt.edu/wildlife/.

Qualified candidates should submit the following materials through Interfolio:

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•Letter of application;

•Curriculum vitae;

•Statement of Teaching Philosophy;

•Teaching evaluations, if applicable;

•Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are sufficient for initial review); and

•Three confidential letters of recommendation (to be submitted through Interfolio).

Additional application materials may be requested at a later time.

For the full vacancy announcement, see:

https://hraps.humboldt.edu/sites/default/files/vacancy_announcements/1920_30_wildlife_avianecolog ist_fttemp_vacancy_final_updated2.pdf