Assistant Professor: Ecological Restoration & Wildlife

Lancashire Wildlife Trust; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Ecological Restoration and/or Wildlife Conservation. The successful candidate will teach across environmental science, conservation, restoration, and ecological methods, build a productive research program, and mentor students in a supportive, inclusive environment.

The School of Planning, Policy, and Environmental Studies emphasizes equity and interdisciplinary work, with strong connections to field-based teaching and

Qualifications

• PhD in Environmental Studies or a related natural science field focused on conservation, in particular ecological restoration/wildlife conservation.
• Evidence of or potential for teaching effectiveness in environmental studies
• Evidence of or potential for a productive research program in environmental studies
• A strong background in quantitative research methods
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of courses spanning environmental science, conservation, restoration, ecology, quantitative methods, and field research.
• Develop an active research program and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participate actively in School governance.

Skills

quantitative research methods

Education

PhD in Environmental Studies or related natural science field

Job description

San José State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Ecological Restoration and/or Wildlife Conservation. The successful candidate will teach across environmental science, conservation, restoration, and ecological methods, build a productive research program, and mentor students in a supportive, inclusive environment.

The School of Planning, Policy, and Environmental Studies emphasizes equity and interdisciplinary work, with strong connections to field-based teaching and