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Texas State University Hiring for Postdoctoral Scholar in Wildfire and Wildlife Governance at San Marcos Full Time
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Position Title:
Postdoctoral Scholar in Wildfire and Wildlife Governance
Job Posting Number:
202425NTL
Job Location:
San Marcos
College:
College of Science and Engineering
Department/School:
Biology
Position Description :
Dr. Chris Serenari, Assistant Professor in Human Dimensions of Wildlife in the Department of Biology at Texas State University – San Marcos, is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral researcher (24-month appointment), starting Fall 2023. Applications will be accepted from early career scholars (≤ four years post Ph.D.). Preference will be given to those with skill in qualitative data collection and analysis, expertise in wildfire social science, and a track record of peer-review publication.
Dr. Serenari’s lab focuses on applied and rigorous social science to improve wildlife governance, with emphasis on designs for the future. The post-doctoral researcher will serve as co-PI for a Joint Fire Science Program-funded study to investigate the socio-political antecedents of fire suppression spending costs and how wildlife agencies can help build wildfire-resilient communities through collaboration. Duties include conducting a literature review, interviews, and qualitative data analysis, as well as contributing to writing and disseminating research findings.
The candidate will also be expected to lead or assist with external grant proposal writing, study design and data collection, course instruction, science communication, peer-review publication, student mentoring, among other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in natural resource management or related field within last four years
- Proficiency in qualitative research (e.g., interviews, coding)
- Proficiency in writing and speaking the English language
- Ability to lead collaborative conservation social science projects
- Willingness to travel and present findings domestically or abroad
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the study of wildfire governance
- Experience in the study of wildlife governance
- Track record of peer-reviewed publications
- Proficiency in quantitative methods
Application Procedures:
Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/43446.
To ensure full consideration, please submit the following:
1. Current CV
2. Cover letter highlighting qualifications to conduct research in the wildfire or wildlife conservation governance domains
3. Three recent journal publications
4. Unofficial transcripts
5. Contact information for at least three references
The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.
Type of Position:
Full-Time
Proposed Start Date:
Fall 2023
Posting Date:
07/25/2023
Full Consideration Date:
09/15/2023
Open Until Filled?:
Yes
EEO/AA Statement:
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible.
Record Checks and Verifications:
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Eligibility for Employment:
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.
Why Work at Texas State?:
Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.
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