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Asst Prof - Forest Resource Economics

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Title
Asst Prof - Forest Resource Economics
Organization
Michigan State University
Description

The Department of Forestry at Michigan State University invites applications
for a 9-month tenure-system position, at the assistant professor rank, with a focus in Forest
Resource Economics (50% research, 30% teaching, 20% extension). The position has the option of a
joint appointment in the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics.


We seek an outstanding and innovative scientist, to identify and address issues related to decision-
making and economic aspects of managing forest ecosystems, for a range of products and services,


through research, teaching, and extension. Possible areas of research expertise could include (but
are not limited to) economic analysis and/or business viability of: forest management and
silvicultural practices; wood products and forest carbon markets and trade; ecosystem services and
non-timber forest products; forest sector taxation and estate planning; and management of fire and
other natural processes. The successful candidate will annually teach an undergraduate course in
forest resource economics / management and a graduate course within the successful candidate’s
expertise that aligns with graduate curriculum goals of the Department(s). The successful candidate
will be expected to develop an internationally-recognized research program by securing competitive
external funding, publishing in leading peer-reviewed journals, and advancing our understanding of
economic and business attributes associated with the management of forested ecosystems. The
successful candidate will also engage in Extension research, which provides an opportunity work
with external stakeholders to conduct research that translates into positive economic and
environmental impacts that help serve local business and economic development. These activities
could include initiating stakeholder-engaged research, developing forest economics programs for
public and private forest stakeholders, business development initiatives, or integrating information
to guide forest management decisions and/or public policy. Other responsibilities include recruiting
and training graduate students, undergraduate mentoring, and Department, College, University,
and professional service.
Required qualifications: An earned Ph.D. in Forest, Natural Resource, or Environmental Economics
or a related field. Applicants should have a record of, or demonstrated ability for, scholarly activities
including teaching, writing peer-reviewed journal articles and successful grant applications, and a
strong interest in outreach / extension activities and working with people from diverse backgrounds.
Previous extension experience is not required.

Qualifications
Salary
Job Type
Full Time Experienced
Location
East Lansing, Michigan United States
Posted on
2019-12-04
Expires on
2020-01-15
Desired Start Date
Not provided
How to Apply
For consideration, submit your application online at http://careers.msu.edu to job
number 623450. Upload the following required documents (PDF format): 1) a letter of interest
detailing qualifications for the position, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of research experience and
future direction (2 page max), 4) statement of teaching experience and philosophy (2 page max), 5)
an explanation of how you will contribute to our goals of inclusive excellence and diversity in
teaching, research and / or extension (2 page max), and 6) a list of three professional references
with contact information (institution, email address, phone number). Incomplete applications will
not be considered.
Application deadline: Review of applications will begin January 15, 2020 and continue until a
suitable candidate is selected. Inquires may be made to Prof. David MacFarlane, Chairperson, Forest
Economics Search Committee, by email macfar24@msu.edu (preferred) of by phone at (517) 355-
2399.