Visiting Professor: Habitat Restoration & Applied Ecology

Society for Range Management; Alpine (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Borderlands Research Institute at Sul Ross State University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month Visiting Assistant Professor specializing in habitat restoration and applied ecosystem science in arid and semi-arid systems. The role emphasizes research (75%) with optional teaching (25%), leading an implemented program in rangeland and wildlife habitat restoration.

The successful candidate will manage all phases of research—from design to data collection and publication—while

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Ecology, Rangeland Science, Wildlife Biology, or a closely related field.
• Evidence of a peer-reviewed publication record is required.
• Experience in designing and implementing field-based research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an applied research program focused on habitat restoration in arid and semi-arid systems.
• Publish findings in peer‑reviewed journals and technical outlets.
• Seek external funding through competitive grant proposals.

Skills

Quantitative skills

R programming

Spatial analysis

Research design

Education

Ph.D. in Ecology or related field

Job description

The Borderlands Research Institute at Sul Ross State University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month Visiting Assistant Professor specializing in habitat restoration and applied ecosystem science in arid and semi-arid systems. The role emphasizes research (75%) with optional teaching (25%), leading an implemented program in rangeland and wildlife habitat restoration.

The successful candidate will manage all phases of research—from design to data collection and publication—while