Assistant Professor - Ecology, Restoration & Wildlife

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

Job summary

San José State University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Ecological Restoration and/or Wildlife Conservation within the School of Planning, Policy, and Environmental Studies. The position entails teaching a range of environmental science, conservation, restoration, ecology, quantitative methods, and field research courses, while developing an active research program.

The successful candidate will mentor undergraduate and graduate students, contribute to school governance, and

Qualifications

• PhD in Environmental Studies or related natural science with focus on conservation.
• Evidence of or potential for teaching effectiveness.
• Evidence of or potential for a productive research program.
• Strong background in quantitative research methods.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching for a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach Environmental Studies core courses at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Maintain an active research program with publications and grants.
• Supervise graduate student projects and theses.
• Advise undergraduate majors and minors.
• Participate in shared governance and service.
• Use Canvas LMS for course delivery.
• Demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusive teaching.

Skills

Quantitative research methods

Teaching effectiveness

Conservation biology

Social-ecological systems

Education

PhD in Environmental Studies or related natural science field

Job description

San José State University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Ecological Restoration and/or Wildlife Conservation within the School of Planning, Policy, and Environmental Studies. The position entails teaching a range of environmental science, conservation, restoration, ecology, quantitative methods, and field research courses, while developing an active research program.

The successful candidate will mentor undergraduate and graduate students, contribute to school governance, and