POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Oregon State University
Department of Rangeland Ecology and Management
Department Head and Professor
Corvallis, OR

Department Head and Professor, Department of Rangeland Ecology and Management, Oregon State University. This position is a full time, 12-month position as Department Head with tenure at .75 FTE at the rank of Professor.

Education or research experience should emphasize rangeland soil-plant-animal dynamics and rangeland management. The incumbent will be expected to manage an academic department in a land grant university, with responsibilities to livestock producers, state and federal agencies, professional organizations and conservation groups. Ability to work cooperatively with the public, academic research and teaching departments, land management agencies, conservation groups, and private landowners is necessary.

Requirements include Ph.D. in rangeland management or a closely related field, and acquired experience in and understanding of university teaching and research in the academic discipline/unit. Other requirements include having acquired a national or international reputation for scientific achievements in rangeland ecology and management meriting appointment as a tenured full professor, success in securing and administering grant/contract funding to support a broad range of activities characteristic of the activities of the Department of Rangeland Ecology and Management. A commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity is also required. Preferred requirements include a demonstrated understanding of sustainable livestock management in rangeland settings.

For full consideration, applications should be completed by April 30, 2008. Online application submission is at http://oregonstate.edu/jobs.

Oregon State University is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and has a policy of being responsive to dual career needs.