Assistant/Associate Professor Position in Global Inland Fisheries Ecology and Governance

[Meredith Gore]

*Michigan State University, College of Agriculture & Natural Resources*

*Department of Fisheries & Wildlife, Center for Systems Integration &
Sustainability*

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*Assistant/Associate Professor Position in Global Inland Fisheries
Ecology and Governance*

*Academic Year **‐** Tenure System Faculty*

*Deadline: February 15, 2016*

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*Position Summary:*

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The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University
(MSU), is seeking to fill an academic year tenure system faculty
position in Global Inland Fisheries Ecology and Governance at the
Assistant/Associate Professor level. The person selected will be
affiliated with the Center for Systems Integration and Sustainability
and will join a group of faculty, post‐doctoral research associates,
specialists, and students that provide an internationally recognized
program in fisheries science and governance. The appointment of this
position will include research (50%), teaching (30%) and outreach (20%).
The successful candidate will have demonstrated expertise and experience
in fisheries ecology and governance systems.

This scholar will also need to demonstrate their ability to work
collaboratively with multi‐sectoral stakeholders related to the
conservation and sustainable use of inland fishery resources and
freshwater habitats. Additionally, this person will be expected to
interact with policy makers, fishery management agencies, stakeholder
groups and the international community including, inter alia, the Food
and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the Great Lakes
Fishery Commission, and the Department of Natural Resources. The
successful candidate will be expected to develop a vibrant undergraduate
and graduate program based on extramurally‐funded research, participate
in teaching and experiential learning, including the development of
online and study abroad educational programs, and provide outreach and
consultation services to MSU agency partners around the world.

*Minimum Qualifications:*

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A doctorate in Fisheries or related field. Demonstrated expertise and
experience in fisheries ecology and governance systems. Demonstrated
ability to work collaboratively with multi‐sectoral stakeholders related
to the conservation and sustainable use of inland fishery resources and
freshwater habitats.

*Special Instructions:*

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Search for Posting #2602 and submit an application by February 15, 2016
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https://jobs.msu.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1452279488203.

Please attach a CV and letter of interest emphasizing your knowledge of
and experience in fisheries governance and ecology.

*Other Required Documents:*

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Statement of Research (maximum 2 pages)

Statement of Teaching Interests (maximum 2 pages)

Statement of Outreach Interests (maximum 2 pages)

Name and contact information of 3‐5 professional references

*For additional information, interested individuals can contact:*

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Dr. William W. Taylor, University Distinguished Professor in Global
Fisheries Systems (tay...@msu.edu <mailto:tay...@msu.edu>)

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Meredith L. Gore, PhD
Associate Professor
Academy for Global Engagement Fellow
President, Social Science Working Group, Society for Conservation Biology
Michigan State University
Department of Fisheries and Wildlife
School of Criminal Justice
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Natural Resources Building
480 Wilson Road, Room 13
East Lansing, MI 48824
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