Assistant/Associate Professor of Sustainable Forest Management

Instructional Faculty Tenured / Tenure-Track

Job no : 543437

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Work type : Instructional Faculty Tenured / Tenure-Track

Location : San Luis Obispo

Categories : Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured / Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Agriculture

Assistant / Associate Professor of Sustainable Forest Management

The Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Department (NRES) in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a full-time academic year, tenure-track Assistant / Associate Professor position in sustainable forest management starting September 11, 2025.

Cal Poly has a tradition of excellence in teaching and scholarship that supports a curriculum centered on a "Learn by Doing" philosophy and focused on preparing graduates to make a positive impact on their world day one.

The ideal candidate will show a strong ability to teach courses in support of the undergraduate Forest & Fire Sciences major including sustainable forest management, forest operations, and forest stewardship, as well as new courses related to curriculum enhancement and the candidate’s scholarship as needed.

The scholarship area of the ideal candidate would broadly center on sustainable forest management that addresses the range of economic, climatic and conservation challenges facing forests in the West, including how aspects of forest harvest operations, biomass utilization and operations can be applied to address these challenges.

Applicants with a demonstrated ability to partner with the forest industry and other stakeholders to advance teaching and scholarship are encouraged to apply.

A vision and ability to leverage Cal Poly’s Swanton Pacific Ranch to enhance education, advance applied scholarship, and strengthen Cal Poly’s connection with the forest industry are considered strengths.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Doctorate degree focused on sustainable forest management, forest and fire sciences, or forest engineering or a related field by start date with a record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and / or conference presentations.

Candidates nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered but must provide proof that the doctorate was awarded prior to the start of appointment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, effective communication and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate has the ability to develop an externally funded, applied research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students and partnerships with key stakeholders.

Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and / or service, and demonstrate a commitment to inclusive practices and working with a diverse student body.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to candidates with a record of excellence in teaching and research (commensurate with time since degree), as well as ability to mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience working collaboratively with partners including the forest industry, public forest managers state agencies and non-governmental organizations, to advance teaching and scholarship.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The NRES Department offers B.S. degrees in Environmental Earth and Soil Sciences, Environmental Management and Protection, and Forestry and Natural Resources, and an M.

S. in Environmental Science and Management. The programs enroll approximately 750 undergraduate students and 30 graduate students and are supported by 18 tenured or tenure track faculty.

HOW TO APPLY

Review begin date January 8, 2025. Applicants are encouraged to submit materials by January 8, 2025 for full consideration;

however the position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates must attach : (1) a cover letter, (2) resume / curriculum vitae, (3) unofficial transcripts of the highest degree, (4) statement of teaching philosophy, (5) goals and plans for research, (6) a statement describing the candidate’s experience(s) with diversity, equity, and inclusion and how their experiences have prepared them to advance Cal Poly’s commitment to inclusive excellence and (7) at least three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application.

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