West Virginia University Hiring for Postdoctoral Research Associate – Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resource at Morgantown, WV  Full Time

Postdoctoral Research Associate Position: West Virginia University School of Natural Resources

The Wildlife & Fisheries Resources program at West Virginia is seeking candidates for a postdoctoral research associate position starting in Spring 2024 or Fall 2024. The successful candidate will focus on the topic of human dimensions associated with visitation in America’s public lands and waters including National Forests in the Pacific Northwest and the NOAA National Marine Sanctuaries. The position includes a competitive salary over a 12 month period, renewable annually based upon performance and a full benefits package. Applicants interested in outdoor recreation sciences and higher education are encouraged to apply.

Qualified candidates should email to inquire about these positions. Please include a current CV and cover letter in your email.

• Interest in natural resource and recreation resource management on public lands
• Strong writing and communication skills, with developing record of scientific publication and presentation
• A conferred Ph.D. degree in Natural Resources or closely related field (candidates that are ABD will be considered, and should indicate such in their initial application interest email)
• Experience with project management, organization, and mentorship of students and project personnel
• Data analysis experience with quantitative and qualitative methods, inferential design, and survey development

The Research Lab

Dr. Robert C. Burns has an expansive background in human dimensions of natural resources with over 20 years of partnerships with agencies including the USFS, USACE, NOAA, and other state and local entities. The research focuses on topics such as visitor use and perceptions on public lands/waters, socioeconomics of natural resources, and public outreach and education. Dr. Burns and his team aim to combine traditional surveying methodology with cutting edge techniques in the realm of visitor use. The research lab emphasizes equitable opportunities for underserved populations in outdoor recreation settings through a variety of funded research efforts.

West Virginia University, designated as a Research University (High Research Activity), is a comprehensive, land-grant institution with an enrollment of over 29,000 students and includes a highly regarded Medical Center and Law school The University is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, 75 miles south of Pittsburgh, PA, within easy driving distance of major eastern metropolitan areas including NYC and Washington, DC. Morgantown. These high ratings resulted from its mix of intellectual, cultural, and social amenities; university services (including medical); year-round summer and winter outdoor recreational opportunities; small town warmth; and a public-school system that has been rated in the top two percentile in academic performance nationwide.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.