The Department of Society and Conservation in the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation at the University of Montana invites applications for a full-time academic year tenure-track Assistant Professor of Natural Resource Policy to join our interdisciplinary social science faculty. We are seeking candidates who have the ability to apply policy to a range of contemporary real-world challenges in natural
resource management and environmental conservation. This position will be part of the Environmental Science and Sustainability Program, an interdisciplinary undergraduate program that connects science and solutions to provide students with the knowledge and skills to solve complex environmental problems and advance sustainability. The successful candidate will teach policy courses serving students across
degree programs within the Franke College. Courses may include undergraduate Natural Resources Policy, as well as offerings in Water Policy, Climate Policy, Wildlife Policy, and/or Environmental Politics and Policy, depending on the College’s needs and the successful candidate’s expertise. The successful candidate will also mentor and supervise undergraduate and graduate students (MS and PhD); lead an impactful,
externally-funded research program; and participate in service activities for the Program, Department, College, and University. We welcome candidates who value “partnering with place,” a UM Priority for Action focused on engagement with Montana communities and landscapes, and the application of research to practice at the federal, state, and tribal levels. For detailed information regarding faculty duties and
expectations, please contact the Search Chair, Laurie Yung , to request a copy of the Dept. of Society and Conservation Unit Standards. Position Details Title: Assistant Professor of Natural Resource Policy Schedule: Full-time academic year position beginning fall semester 2027 Salary: $70,000-$85,000 per year co
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