Trailblazing Tenure-Track Professor, Multifunctional Landscapes

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park seeks an Assistant or Associate Professor of Multifunctional Landscapes. This tenure-line position emphasizes 75% research and 25% teaching, with a focus on balancing human needs with ecosystem health.

The successful candidate will lead undergraduate and graduate courses while engaging in impactful ecological research. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and a strong publication record. A competitive start-up package is included.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) with degree requirements completed by application date.
• Strong publication record and evidence of securing extramural research funding.
• Preference for candidates studying forested ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Focus on balancing human needs and ecosystem requirements at landscape scales.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in remote sensing and spatial data analysis.
• Contribute to building expertise in Biological Solutions to Climate Change.

Skills

Remote sensing

GIS

Spatial statistics

Landscape modeling

Diverse population engagement

Education

Ph.D. in Forestry, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or related field

Job description

Penn State University in University Park seeks an Assistant or Associate Professor of Multifunctional Landscapes. This tenure-line position emphasizes 75% research and 25% teaching, with a focus on balancing human needs with ecosystem health.

The successful candidate will lead undergraduate and graduate courses while engaging in impactful ecological research. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and a strong publication record. A competitive start-up package is included.