Assistant Professor – Forest Pathology

Working/Functional Title

Assistant Professor – Forest Pathology

Position Summary

This position includes extension (50%), research (35%), teaching (10%), and service (5%), focusing on pathogens affecting trees in forested and urban forest settings. The successful candidate will develop an integrated research- extension program that is externally funded and nationally and internationally recognized; publish in peer-reviewed journals; and recruit and mentor graduate students. Integrating research and extension activities will include working with multidisciplinary teams of researchers, extension educators, personnel from state and federal agencies, and private landowners. The successful candidate will advance our fundamental understanding of tree diseases and contribute to developing sustainable, long-term strategies to manage major forest pathogens affecting forested ecosystems and urban landscapes. Other duties include co-instructing a course on insects and diseases of forest and shade trees taught annually to seniors majoring in forestry, horticulture, and related programs. Departmental, university and professional service also are expected.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate - Plant Pathology, Forestry, Natural Resources, or a related field

Minimum Requirements

An earned Ph.D. in Plant Pathology, Forestry, Natural Resources, or a related field, with demonstrated training and expertise in forest pathology. Applicants should have a record of scholarly activities in their field.

Desired Qualifications

Evidence of applied research, successful grants writing, extension experience, and teaching in Forest Pathology will be valued.

Required Application Materials

Upload the following required documents:
a) letter of interest that includes your qualifications for the position
b) a current curriculum vitae
c) a statement of extension, research, and teaching philosophy and vision that highlights your experience and alignment with our qualifications (3-page maximum)
d) a description of how you will contribute to CANR’s positive culture, fair access to resources, and creating a sense of belonging (2-page maximum)
e) contact information for three professional references.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Special Instructions

Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. MSU offers a generous benefits package (details at https://hr.msu.edu/benefits/index.html ).
Review of Applications: The search committee will begin reviewing applications on April 7, 2025 and continue until a suitable candidate is selected.
Questions regarding this position can be addressed to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Mary Hausbeck, Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA, hausbec1@msu.edu or by phone, 517-355-4534.

Review of Applications Begins On

05/15/2025

Website

https://www.canr.msu.edu/psm/