Date of posting here May 21, 2008 Type of position Tenure Track Employer Natural Resources and Environmental Management College of Trop. Agr. and Hum. Res. University of Hawai'i-Manoa Description of Employer The NREM department emphasizes the science and management of natural resources and their links to environmental quality. NREM provides students with scientific knowledge of the physical, chemical, biological, economic, social, and policy elements of natural resources management. Location Kula Maui, Hawai'i Salary Commensurate with training and experience Closing date of competition Continuous recruitment Review of applications will begin on Aug-29-2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Date position available January 2009 Description of duties Extension: Provide statewide leadership for extension programs in the management and control of invasive plant species affecting natural and managed areas. Develop and implement education programs for stakeholders and staff development for Cooperative Extension and related agencies with interests in invasive species control, prevention, monitoring, management and ecosystem protection and restoration. Disseminate research-based information to public and private stakeholders and articulate stakeholder needs to the research community. Obtain external grant funding to support extension and research projects. Research: Collaborate with extension and research faculty in developing a program of study of control methods and management options for mitigating damage caused by invasive plant species to Hawaii's forests, rangeland, pasture, wetlands, public lands and other natural or managed landscapes. Research should include options for cultural, biological and/or chemical controls of invasive species, land management strategies and determination of the severity and consequences of non-native plant species invasions. Advise graduate students and serve on graduate committees. Qualifications sought Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in an academic field emphasizing ecology, weed science, natural resources, rangeland or forestry management, ecosystem restoration, or related areas. At least three (3) years of experience in research, teaching, or outreach in invasive species management at the next lower rank or its equivalent. Academic preparation and formal course work, and/or professional experience consistent with the subject areas of extension and research stated above. Excellent communication skills. Desirable qualifications: Research or extension experience in invasive species management or control, preferably in tropical, subtropical or island environments. Knowledge of grazing or forest systems management. Demonstrated ability to develop and lead educational programs on a regional basis and to work in multidisciplinary teams. Record of successful grant preparation and administration. Contact for additional information Dr. Ali Fares, Chair Search committee NREM-CTAHR-UHM Email: afares@hawaii.edu Ph# 808 956-6361 1910 East-West Road Honolulu, HI 96822 Application procedure   Submit what Submit a letter of application that addresses your career objectives and how you meet the stated minimum and desirable qualifications. Attach a detailed CV, academic transcripts from undergraduate and graduate schools attended, and a list of three references with mail and email addresses, telephone and fax numbers. Submit to Application address: Dr. Ali Fares, Chair of Invasive Species Search Committee Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Management College of Tropical Agriculture & Human Resources University of Hawaii at Manoa 1910 East West Road Honolulu HI 96822 Electronic copies of all application materials should be submitted to nrem@ctahr.hawaii.edu. Additional Information The University of Hawaii is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, National Guard participation, breastfeeding, and arrest/court record (except as permissible under State law). Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.