The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment invites applications for a Lecturer in the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, which is a 12-month non-tenure eligible position in support of the Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES) undergraduate degree program. The anticipated annual distribution of effort is 80% instruction, 15% for co-curricular and administrative activities in support of the NRES undergraduate degree program, as well as 5% service to the college, university, and profession.

The NRES undergraduate degree program is interdisciplinary and provides student with the knowledge, skills, and field experiences necessary for a career in environmental science, natural resource management, environmental consulting, or other types of environmental work. The program is tailorable to students’ interests and career goals allowing for a choice of concentrations in analysis and environmental systems. The NRES undergraduate degree program has grown by over 30% in the past three years and is presently the sixth largest undergraduate major in the college. In addition to instruction, this position will serve as the Director of Undergraduate Studies and will support the program through efforts associated with recruitment, advising, career and professional development mentorship, retention, and assessment.

The anticipated start date is July 1, 2024.

Qualifications:

PhD in Environmental Science, Forestry, Natural Resources, or similar is required. Preference will be given to candidates with college or university teaching experience. Qualifications include strong oral and written English communication skills; strong organizational skills; commitment to diverse, inclusive, high- quality undergraduate education and advising; and a strong commitment to student recruitment. The ability to work in collaborative, interdisciplinary, and cross-functional environments with other faculty, external stakeholders, as well as public, private, and governmental agencies is essential.

Location:

Lexington, KY with domestic and potentially international travel in support of the program

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is negotiable and is commensurate with training and experience. Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with diverse rewards, focusing on your total wellbeing and career development, with leadership striving to provide strong work-life integration. The university generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, the UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit www.uky.edu/HR/benefits.

Application:
Applications should be submitted by March 29, 2024, for full consideration while the position will remain open until filled. The anticipated interview period is late March to late April. Please use the University of Kentucky’s electronic application process to apply. Required documents include: 1) Cover Letter that outlines your approach to the position’s qualifications, responsibilities, and vision for innovative and impactful education in the individual course as well as overall program levels; 2) Curriculum Vita that includes a list of relevant work experience, scholarly products, and records of teaching, mentoring, and service; 3) Teaching statement that addresses instructional, advising, and mentoring approaches (Specific Request 1); 4) Statement on inclusive teaching, research, professional activities, and/or service (Specific Request 2); and 5) Contact information for at least three professional references who can address in their professional judgement your performance as an instructor, advisor, and mentor (Specific Request 3; please also indicate your relationship to the reference). Questions should be directed to Chris Matocha, PhD, Search Committee Chair, Phone: 859-257-3655, Email: cjmato2@uky.edu.
 

The University of Kentucky and the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE) are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment of mutual respect where all members of our community are able to fully engage, belong, and succeed. We support and welcome applicants of all identities such as but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, perspectives, beliefs, sexual orientation, national origin, religious belief, age, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity university. We encourage applications from women, minorities, and all interested and qualified people. The EEO Coordinator is Tim West, S-105 Agriculture Science Center North, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40546-0091.