The School of Natural Resources at the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture invites applications for a 9-month, non-tenure track Lecturer or Senior Lecturer.  The individual must be committed to excellence in teaching, advising, and mentoring of undergraduate students.  The School of Natural Resources is devoted to providing a safe and welcoming environment to all.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities of the position include instructing or co-instructing three to five undergraduate courses per semester (fall and spring), which may include Wildlife Habitat Evaluation, Upland Habitat Management, Prescribed Fire Management, Wildlife Damage Management, Dendrology and Silvics of North American Trees, Conservation, Principles of Wildlife and Fisheries Management, and other courses as needed; co-advising the UT Wildlife and Fisheries Society (student chapter of The Wildlife Society and student subunit of the American Fisheries Society); advising undergraduate students and fostering student professional development through mentorship; maintaining a strong sense of community among students in the School; and participating in service roles to support the School, Institute, University, and profession.  There is also potential for the successful candidate to develop additional courses in their area of expertise and to instruct courses during the summer and winter semesters.

Candidates must be committed to cooperating with diverse groups within and outside of the university and have the ability to work with clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status.

The University of Tennessee is one of two land grant institutions in the state, and is the state's public flagship university.  The School of Natural Resources is the comprehensive natural resources program in the state, consisting of 31 teaching, research, and extension faculty; 13 professional and 8 administrative staff members; and more than 350 students.  The School's mission is to advance the science and sustainable management of natural resources to promote their health, utilization, and appreciation in Tennessee, the region, and beyond through programs in teaching, research and extension.

Knoxville offers a pleasant mix of urban culture and wildland recreational opportunities within close proximity.  UT is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  Approximately 3 million acres of public lands are within a 2-hour drive from UT Campus.  In addition, USDA Forest Service Forest Inventory and Analysis and U.S. Geological Survey scientists are located on or near campus, offering excellent opportunities for collaborative efforts.  Oak Ridge National Laboratory is nearby and many opportunities for association and career development are provided by the University of Tennessee Oak Ridge Innovation Institute.

Review of applications begins April 27, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. Position start date is August 1, 2023.  Salary is commensurate with experience.

Required Qualifications:  A Master's degree or higher in wildlife, forestry, or a closely related field, completed before the position start date; excellent oral and written communication skills, including interpersonal skills and the ability to connect and retain relationships both within the School and beyond; and the desire to recruit and retain diverse students in the fields of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Forestry.

Preferred Qualifications:  Experience teaching, advising, and mentoring students both in-person and online; a strong desire to co-advise the UT Wildlife and Fisheries Society;  certification as a Wildlife Biologist through The Wildlife Society; field experience, and the ability to perform strenuous tasks across diverse terrain in all types of field conditions.

To Apply:  In addition to the online application, upload a cover letter, a one-page statement of teaching philosophy, copies of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work, a curriculum vitae detailing educational background, work experience, publications, and grants secured, and the names and full contact information of three professional references, through the university's online job portal, in PDF format.  Questions regarding this position may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Emma Willcox, ewillcox@utk.edu.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone 865-974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.

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