Director, Field Station & Ecological Research

University-of-Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi invites applications for the Director of the University of Mississippi Field Station (UMFS). This leadership role oversees a 700-acre living laboratory and leads interdisciplinary environmental research and education.

The Director will manage staff, budgets, facilities, and partnerships, advancing education, research, and outreach while expanding UMFS's impact and visibility across campus and the broader community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7+ years relevant experience with 5+ years supervisory.
• Experience coordinating outreach programs and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Engages UM scientists and students to encourage use of UMFS for research and teaching with oversight (IACUC, IRB, Lab Safety).
• Works with partners to design, coordinate, and enhance outreach programs.
• Develops and submits proposals for infrastructure improvements and broad-based science activities.
• Oversees and manages fiscal activities of the UMFS budget and affiliated grants and contracts.
• Provides supervision and guidance to UMFS staff.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Outreach coordination

Grant funding development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of Mississippi invites applications for the Director of the University of Mississippi Field Station (UMFS). This leadership role oversees a 700-acre living laboratory and leads interdisciplinary environmental research and education.

The Director will manage staff, budgets, facilities, and partnerships, advancing education, research, and outreach while expanding UMFS's impact and visibility across campus and the broader community.