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Job Title

Sue and Radcliffe Killam Endowed Chair in Wildlife, Livestock, and Habitat Interactions (Open-Rank Professor)

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Job Summary

Tenure-track faculty position (level depending on qualifications), with the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute (CKWRI) in the Department of Rangeland and Wildlife Sciences (RWSC) and College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. The endowed chair will also work with the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management (KRIRM) in studying wildlife and livestock interactions. The Chair will develop an extramurally-funded research program focused on wildlife, livestock, and habitat interactions (75%) and teach 1 graduate or 1 undergraduate level course (25%) per long semester. The position will be a 9-month appointment with potential for summer salary. We seek an accomplished scholar to lead an impactful and dynamic research program, contribute to undergraduate and graduate student academic growth using the best practices in teaching and mentorship, and extend results to stakeholders, society, and the scientific community. The Killam Chair will administer 2 endowed graduate student fellowships through CKWRI, advise CKWRI and KRIRM graduate students, and conduct collaborative research with the East Foundation on Foundation ranches in South Texas. Initial salary shall be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1) Develop and lead an impactful, dynamic, and extramurally-funded program studying wildlife, livestock, rangeland habitat, and their interactions commensurate with a 75% research appointment,2) Teach 1 graduate-level and 1 undergraduate-level course annually to meet the needs of the Department,3) Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in research, case studies, and professional development,4) Participate in outreach activities with wildlife stewards and livestock producers,5) Engage in professional service within the Department, College, and University as needed.

Minimum Requirements

Ph.D. in rangeland science, wildlife science, animal science, ecology, or related field from an accredited university.1) Evidence of innovative and applied research on wildlife and livestock grazing, demonstrated by a record of producing manuscripts, presentations, and other scholarly materials.2) Ability to instruct courses in grazing and rangeland management, incorporating new technologies and teaching techniques into classes. Applicants must have successfully completed a minimum of 18 graduate-level hours in range and wildlife science or similar disciplines related to wildlife and rangeland management or livestock grazing.3) Demonstrated potential to attract extramural funding.4) Demonstrated ability to communicate with students, professionals, lay audiences, and other scientists.

Preference will be given to applicants with:

1) Experience conducting research on working lands, specifically including areas managed for livestock production and wildlife.2) Experience managing wildlife and/or livestock production enterprises.3) Strong quantitative skills.4) Demonstrated ability to foster and sustain positive, working relationships with private landowners, other faculty, students, and state, federal, tribal, and private natural resource organizations.5) Postdoctoral experience which may include University teaching and research.

CKWRI, RWSC, KRIRM, and TAMUK

CKWRI is a privately funded research unit at TAMUK that has provided science-based information for enhancing the conservation and management of Texas wildlife and rangelands for over 40 years. The successful applicant will join an established and award-winning team of 30 faculty and research staff who work with 55 M.S. and Ph.D. students to conduct innovative and applied research in partnership with numerous non- government organizations, state and federal agencies, and private landowners across the state. As faculty members of the RWSC Department, CKWRI scientists mentor, educate, and provide hands-on experiences to 150 undergraduate students, playing a critical role in developing the next generation of wildlife professionals. For 20 years, KRIRM has sustained the ranching heritage through education, innovation, and outreach. The core of KRIRM efforts involves training the next generation of ranch managers via classroom and case study experiences. Students earn a M.S. degree in Ranch Management. Faculty and students alike enjoy small class sizes at TAMUK, a institution serving 7,000 students and the oldest, continuously operating public institution of higher learning in South Texas.

Location

The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi (population: 300,000) and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo. The region boasts world-class fishing, hunting, and birding, access to the longest, undeveloped barrier island in the world (Padre Island National Seashore), and a friendly community rich in history and culture.

Application Instructions

Qualified applicants should submit a (1) cover letter, (2) a statement of teaching and research philosophies, (3) a detailed vita stating education, experience, and qualifications, (4) copies of transcripts from all colleges attended, and (5) three professional references including names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers. Address referrals and questions regarding the position to Dr. David Hewitt. Submit applications: https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TAMUK_External (https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TAMUK_Externaln)

Dr. David Hewitt, Chair of Search Committee

MSC 218, 700 University Blvd.

Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Kingsville, Texas 78363-8202 david.hewitt@tamuk.edu

Prior to issuing a letter of appointment, official transcripts must be received directly from each degree-granting institution by the Office of the Provost, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, MSC 102, Kingsville, Texas 78363-8202. However, for review of application, applicants may submit unofficial transcripts from each institution of higher education attended directly to the search committee chair as instructed above.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.