[IUFRO RG 7.02 FORPATH] Forest Health Position

Research Assistant II/III-Associate I/II Position Summary: This position is committed to 100% research associated with the Auburn University Forest Health Cooperative. The Forest Health Coop's mission will be to address important, current and pertinent forest health issues in a way that addresses real world management problems in the southeastern United States. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: an on going research and technology transfer program involving industry, state, and private forest land owners; engage actively in research, collection and analysis of data, development of experimental designs and/or protocols that address Coop priorities. The incumbent will participate in writing research reports, technical notes and newsletter articles for Forest Health Coop Members. Will participate in presentations at Forest Health Coop meetings and at regional or national meetings of relevance. Will be required to travel to field sites across the Southeastern U.S. to install experiments, collect data and serve as a liaison with Forest Health Coop Members in a limited diagnostic capacity. Minimum Qualifications: Designation as a Research Assistant requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Forest Pathology, Forest Entomology or Forestry and two years experience in forest health issues. Designation as a Research Associate requires a Master's Degree from an accredited institution in the subject areas listed above. Employer will consider advanced degrees in lieu of experience. Desired Qualifications: The following qualifications are desired: a strong understanding of the interactions of forest health and insects and diseases that affect tree health; and an understanding of silviculture. Requisition No.: 22816 The "Review Date" indicates the date after which the hiring department will begin reviewing applications of qualified candidates. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Refer to the above Requisition # and apply on-line at: www.auemployment.com on any computer with Internet access. If you need any assistance, contact Auburn University's Department of Human Resources at (334) 844-4145 or your local state employment service office. Internet Access is also available through your public library. Auburn University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Dr. Lori G. Eckhardt Assistant Professor/Forest Pathology & Entomology Forest Health Dynamics Laboratory 3301 School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Bldg Auburn University, AL 36849-5418 Phone: (334) 844-2720 Lab: (334) 844-1058 Fax: (334) 844-1084 Email: eckhalg(a)auburn.edu Website: https://fp.auburn.edu/sfws/eckhardt/ "A professor can never better distinguish himself in his work than by encouraging a clever pupil, for the true discoveries are among them, as comets amongst the stars..." Linnaeus