The Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation at Virginia Tech invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor in the area of fish or fisheries management, conservation, or governance. This is a full-time, tenure-track, 9-month appointment with primary responsibilities in teaching (50%) and research (50%). The successful individual will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in their area of expertise with an average teaching load of 1.5 to 2 courses per year. Advising and mentoring of both graduate and undergraduate students is required. Strong preference will be given to candidates who can develop a research program that engages with state agencies as well as national or international funding sources and programs. Participation in departmental, college and university affairs and collaboration with faculty both within and across the university is strongly encouraged and expected. More information can be found at www.fishwild.vt.edu. Direct nominations and inquiries to Dr. Eric Hallerman, Chair, Search Committee: Fish or Fisheries Conservation and Management, Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation, College of Natural Resources, Virginia Tech, 100 Cheatham Hall (0321) Blacksburg, VA 24061. Phone: 540-231-3257 or email ehallerm@vt.edu. Application materials should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three professional references, and a three page statement of interests and experience related to teaching, research, and commitment to diversity. All application materials must be submitted electronically, using the online system at www.jobs.vt.edu, referring to posting No. TR0180100. Review of candidates will begin on October 15, 2018, and continue until a suitable candidate is identified.
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