Position Announcement

Assistant Professor and Extension Range Specialist
Texas AgriLife Extension Service
Texas A&M University System

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Rangeland Ecology and Management, Ecosystem Science or other Natural Resources related discipline. The equivalent of two years in Extension, teaching, research, post doctoral or related professional experience is preferred.

Area Served: Position will be headquartered at the Texas AgriLife Research and Extension Center in Corpus Christi. Districts served will include South District 12 and Coastal Bend District 11.

Salary: Commensurate with ability, education and professional experience.

Administrative Relationships: The individual selected will serve as a faculty member in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management, Texas A&M University and will respond to AgriLife Extension Administration through the Department Head and Associate Department Head for Extension. Cooperation with district and county Extension faculty and other Extension faculty in planning, conducting and evaluating educational programs is expected.

Major Job Responsibilities: Develop a high profile, effective educational program in Rangeland Ecology and Management, with emphasis on south Texas rangelands, at regional, state, national and international levels,. Work cooperatively with diverse stakeholders, including other state and federal agencies, commodity groups, private industry, private landowners and non-governmental organizations to formulate educational programs for diverse audiences and develop innovative approaches to solving a variety of environmental problems.

Applications will be accepted immediately and until the position has been filled. A candidate for the position will not be selected until after March 1, 2010. This is a 12-month 100% Extension, non-tenure track position. Apply online at http://greatjobs.tamu.edu for NOV 04624.

Texas AgriLife Extension Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.