California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly)
Assistant/Associate Professor of Forest Operations
California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), San Luis Obispo, California, us, 93403
Assistant/Associate Professor of Forest Operations
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California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) The Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Department (NRES) in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a full-time academic year, tenure-track assistant/associate professor position in forest operations starting August 17, 2026. Cal Poly has a tradition of excellence in teaching and scholarship that supports a curriculum centered on a "Learn by Doing" philosophy and focused on preparing graduates to make a positive impact on their world day one. The ideal candidate will show a strong ability to teach courses in support of the undergraduate Forest & Fire Sciences major including forest operations, forest management, fuels management, and other related courses. The scholarship area of the ideal candidate would broadly center on forest operations that address the range of climatic and conservation challenges facing forests in the West, including how aspects of forest harvest operations and fuels reduction can be applied to address these challenges. Applicants with a demonstrated ability to partner with the forest industry, professional forestry organizations, and other relevant stakeholders, to advance teaching and scholarship are encouraged to apply. Grade and salary commensurate with education and experience of the individual selected. Anticipated Hiring Ranges: Assistant Professor: $90,948 - $105,156, Associate Professor: $105,492 - $114,720. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Required Qualifications Doctorate degree focused on forest operations, forest engineering, and/or fuels reduction operations by start date with a record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and conference presentations. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with a record of excellence in teaching and research, as well as ability to mentor undergraduate and graduate students. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working collaboratively with partners including the forest industry, public forest managers, state/national agencies, and professional forestry organizations. SPECIAL CONDITIONS The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
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California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) The Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences Department (NRES) in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a full-time academic year, tenure-track assistant/associate professor position in forest operations starting August 17, 2026. Cal Poly has a tradition of excellence in teaching and scholarship that supports a curriculum centered on a "Learn by Doing" philosophy and focused on preparing graduates to make a positive impact on their world day one. The ideal candidate will show a strong ability to teach courses in support of the undergraduate Forest & Fire Sciences major including forest operations, forest management, fuels management, and other related courses. The scholarship area of the ideal candidate would broadly center on forest operations that address the range of climatic and conservation challenges facing forests in the West, including how aspects of forest harvest operations and fuels reduction can be applied to address these challenges. Applicants with a demonstrated ability to partner with the forest industry, professional forestry organizations, and other relevant stakeholders, to advance teaching and scholarship are encouraged to apply. Grade and salary commensurate with education and experience of the individual selected. Anticipated Hiring Ranges: Assistant Professor: $90,948 - $105,156, Associate Professor: $105,492 - $114,720. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Required Qualifications Doctorate degree focused on forest operations, forest engineering, and/or fuels reduction operations by start date with a record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and conference presentations. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with a record of excellence in teaching and research, as well as ability to mentor undergraduate and graduate students. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working collaboratively with partners including the forest industry, public forest managers, state/national agencies, and professional forestry organizations. SPECIAL CONDITIONS The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
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