Director, Field Station & Environmental 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 multi-disciplinary research operations.

You will manage staff, budgets, and facilities, and advance UMFS education, research, and outreach in collaboration with university leadership and external partners. The incumbent will foster a collaborative environment, strengthen the field station's role in ecosystem

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7 years relevant experience with 5 years supervisory required.
• Experience managing field station operations and budgets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engages UM scientists and students to encourage use of UMFS for research and teaching activities with appropriate oversight (IACUC, IRB, Lab Safety).
• Works with partners and collaborators to design, coordinate, and enhance outreach programs.
• Partners with local/regional K-12 teachers to promote use of the UMFS for teaching purposes.
• Seeks funding to support and grow summer camps and outreach activities for K-12 students and the public.
• Establishes guidelines and policies to ensure UMFS facilities and properties are maintained in concert with long-term strategic plans.
• Creates and maintains partnerships with internal and external partners; meets with target stakeholder groups to assess needs and gain input on plans for UMFS.
• Researches and identifies potential funding sources for infrastructure improvements.
• Develops and submits proposals for infrastructure improvements and broad-based science activities.
• Partners with scientists to identify opportunities in which they may tap for UMFS-based projects.
• Oversees and manages fiscal activities of the UMFS budget and affiliated grants and contracts.
• Provides supervision and guidance to UMFS staff.
• Encourages the use of the facilities for leisure activities such as picnicking, hiking, photography, fishing, and trail running.
• Supports and encourages student organizations such as the UM Beekeepers and Hill Land Roots.

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 multi-disciplinary research operations.

You will manage staff, budgets, and facilities, and advance UMFS education, research, and outreach in collaboration with university leadership and external partners. The incumbent will foster a collaborative environment, strengthen the field station's role in ecosystem