Assistant/Associate Professor of Wildlife Population Dynamics

Job Title : Assistant / Associate Professor of Wildlife Population Dynamics Location : Alpine Department : Borderlands Research Institute Job No. : Position G98284 Posting Date : 12 / 19 / 2024 Until Filled : Yes Appointment Date : 09 / 01 / 2025 Salary : Competitive and commensurate with experience, with a comprehensive benefits package. Required : Qualifications :

• A Ph.D. in Ecology, Wildlife Biology, Population Biology, Conservation Biology, or a closely related field.
• Strong quantitative skills in population modeling, statistical analysis, and proficiency in relevantsoftware such as R.
• Proven ability to develop and lead research focused on wildlife population dynamics, with applications for species of conservation concern.
• A demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications. Primary Responsibilities : The Borderlands Research Institute (BRI) at Sul Ross State University is hiring a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Wildlife Population Dynamics, with an anticipated start in Fall 2025. We seek a scholar with expertise in wildlife population dynamics, particularly in the context of species restoration and management within arid ecosystems. This position will be critical in advancing our understanding of how restoration practices impact species recovery and long-term population health. The successful candidate will develop an independent research program focused on wildlife population dynamics, specifically for species targeted for restoration and conservation. This role will include designing studies to assess population trends, analyzing factors influencing population viability, and applying quantitative approaches to model and predict management outcomes for key wildlife species. Key Responsibilities :
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support BRl’s mission, contributing innovative research to wildlife conservation and management.
• Develop and implement research on wildlife population dynamics, with applications for species restoration and management, particularly in arid ecosystems.
• Engage with key species of interest, including game and non-game species.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students, guiding their research and academic development in population ecology and conservation.
• Secure external funding to support research and contribute to grant-writing efforts.
• Publish research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed scientific journals, contributing to population dynamics and species restoration.
• Commitment to teaching, student mentorship, and program development. The individual hired for this position will be responsible for teaching several key courses in the Natural Resource Management and Wildlife programs, including :
• Population Dynamics
• Agricultural Statistics
• Ecological Modeling This position is security sensitive. Other Information : Texas Law requires a 60 day waiting period before new state employees are eligible to enroll in health insurance. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at [https : / / srinfo.sulross.edu / udps / ](https : / / srinfo.sulross.edu / udps / )The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as : campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing [stulifesulross.edu](mailto : stulifesulross.edu) About SRSU : Sul Ross State University, located in Alpine, Texas (www.alpinetexas.com), is in the Scenic Davis Mountains of West Texas, is a member of the Texas State University System, is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, and has an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students on campus in Alpine, Texas. At an elevation of 4,480 feet, and on the periphery of the Chihuahuan Desert, Alpine enjoys mild winters and cool summers.Davis Mountains State Park, Fort Davis National Historic Site, Big Bend National Park, and Guadalupe Mountains National Park, are all within one to three hours driving distance from Alpine. More information is available regarding Sul Ross State University and position openings through our website (http : / / www.sulross.edu). See http : / / www.sulross.edu