Tenure-Track Landscape-Scale Working Lands Professor

California Polytechnic State University; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 105,492 - 114,720; Full time

Job summary

California Polytechnic State University is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Landscape-Scale Working Lands Conservation at the San Luis Obispo Campus. This full-time, tenure-track position starts in August 2027, offering competitive salary depending on experience.

The role focuses on teaching and scholarship related to conservation on working lands, aiming to prepare students as leaders in the field. Candidates must have a Ph.D. and will be evaluated on their commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments.

Responsibilities include developing innovative curriculum and conducting applied research on environmental management.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to develop an externally funded research program.
• Experience in student-centered learning and teaching.
• Ability to partner with environmental resource managers.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Environmental Management.
• Develop meaningful connections between new coursework and existing majors.
• Advance conservation goals through innovative teaching and research.

Skills

Excellence in teaching

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Conservation Biology/Ecology, or Forestry

Job description

California Polytechnic State University is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Landscape-Scale Working Lands Conservation at the San Luis Obispo Campus. This full-time, tenure-track position starts in August 2027, offering competitive salary depending on experience.

The role focuses on teaching and scholarship related to conservation on working lands, aiming to prepare students as leaders in the field. Candidates must have a Ph.D. and will be evaluated on their commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments.

Responsibilities include developing innovative curriculum and conducting applied research on environmental management.