Assistant Professor of Quantitative Ecology W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation FCFC

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The

W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation (FCFC)

and the

Wildlife Biology Program

at the University of Montana seek applicants for a nine-month, tenure-track

Assistant Professor of Quantitative Ecology

to begin fall 2022. We seek a research scientist who applies and develops innovative quantitative approaches to advance understanding and/or management of ecological systems in either the terrestrial or aquatic realm. Because the FCFC and Wildlife Biology Program are committed to increasing the diversity of our profession, we particularly welcome applicants who will help us diversify the leadership in our programs.

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The UM Wildlife Biology Program has been ranked as the top wildlife program in North America based on the research productivity of our faculty. We comprise highly interactive and collaborative faculty with outstanding records of scholarship and training in basic and applied wildlife biology, with both terrestrial and aquatic emphases. We are a broad, interdisciplinary program between the FCFC, Department of Ecosystem and Conservation Sciences (DECS), the Division of Biological Sciences, and the USGS Montana Cooperative Wildlife Research Unit ( www.cfc.umt.edu/wbio

Specific Responsibilities Include:

Develop a vigorous, externally-funded research program

Teach a combination of undergraduate and graduate courses linking the expertise of the candidate and needs of the program, approximately 9 credits a year

(~3 courses). Specific courses taught are flexible, but potential courses could include: WILD 470

Conservation of Wildlife Populations; WILD 240

Intro to Biostatistics; WILD 370

Wildlife Habitat Conservation & Mgmt; BIOE 370

General Ecology; WILD 571

Estimation of Demographic Parameters, and/or graduate course(s) of candidate’s choice

Advise undergraduate students in the Wildlife Biology Program and direct graduate student research in Wildlife Biology at the M.S. and Ph.D. levels

Participate in Wildlife Biology, DECS, FCFC, and University service committees

Broaden participation of members of underrepresented groups, engage diverse groups through research, teaching, and public engagement, and exhibit skill in using pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of individuals with diverse backgrounds, learning styles, and intellectual interests.

Required Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in Wildlife Biology, Fisheries or Fish Ecology, Ecology, Biostatistics, or related field of study at the time of appointment

A strong record of research and scholarship in the field of quantitative ecology, including publications in peer-reviewed journals

Experience and strong commitment to excellence in teaching

Ability to effectively mentor students from diverse and non-traditional backgrounds

A proven ability to communicate effectively with students, professionals, and the general public

Ability to work collegially with students, staff, faculty, and external stakeholders

Ability to support and strengthen justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications:

Post-doctoral research experience and training

Successful development of competitive externally-funded grants

The University of Montana

The University of Montana is one of the nation’s outstanding public universities, committed to liberal arts education, research, and strong professional programs. UM is located in Missoula, a northern Rocky Mountain city located between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. Missoula boasts abundant recreational opportunities with a blend of small-town charm and urban sophistication. Scientists and students have access to FCFC’s Lubrecht Experimental Forest and Bandy Experimental Ranch, the Flathead Lake Biological Station, and the Boone and Crockett Club’s Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Ranch. In addition, there is a strong non-University research community in the surrounding area including the Rocky Mountain Research Station, several non-profit groups, tribal, state and federal scientists (e.g., USGS, USFS).

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