Persons with both forest entomology and forest pathology experience are encouraged to consider submitting an application for this position. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The Missouri Department of Conservation is seeking applicants for the Resource Scientist (Forest Pathologist) position within the Cooperative Forest Health Program located in Columbia, Missouri, USA. Position Summary: Monitors forest disease-related disturbances on a statewide basis through ground and aerial surveys and assessment of field staff reports and samples. Evaluates disease impacts on forest health and recommends management options. Maintains diagnostic laboratory and provides diagnostic and consultant services to Department field staff, state and federal agencies, and private organizations and individuals. Identifies training needs and produces forest health training for Department field staff. Presents forest health seminars and develops forest health educational materials, diagnostic tools, and management guidelines for private, state and federal stakeholders. Conducts research on forest pathology concerns relating to forest health monitoring and resource management. Designs research studies, analyzes and interprets data, and writes scientific articles, professional reports and popular articles. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in Forestry or closely related field, and two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in forest pathology work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with ArcGIS software and GPS is desirable. Closing date for applications is October 31, 2008. For complete job description and to apply online, visit web site at: http://mdc.mo.gov/about/jobs/ --------------------------------------------------- Robert Lawrence Resource Scientist - Forest Entomologist Missouri Department of Conservation 1110 S. College Ave. Columbia, MO 65201 Voice: 573-882-9909 ext 3303 Fax: 573-882-4517 Email: Robert.Lawrence@mdc.mo.gov<mailto:Robert.Lawrence@mdc.mo.gov> ---------------------------------------------------