Invasive Species Working Group at Virginia Tech
Location
Blacksburg, VA | United States
Job description
Virginia Tech is seeking applicants for seven tenure track positions associated with the Invasive Species Working Group (ISWG). These new faculty positions will be housed within several colleges and academic units across campus as part of a large university wide interdisciplinary investment ( Destination Area Phase 2) to make Virginia Tech a center of excellence in the science, policy, and management of invasive species at state, national, and international levels. Please note that p ositions will be announced throughout the 2024 calendar year:
Environmental Law and Policy –Applications close March 15th, 2024
Invasive Species Research and Extension – Applications close April 8th, 2024
Applied Economist – Upcoming
Environmental Data Scientist – Upcoming
Management Technologist – Upcoming
Global Change Biologist – Upcoming
Invasive Plant Genomics – Upcoming
Collaboration amongst new hires and existing faculty is paramount and will enhance flagship programs in a broad range of disciplines and build on the broad foundation developed by the ISWG. This long-term vision will create a strong interdisciplinary team of Virginia Tech faculty working on one of the top five global threats by addressing invasive species research, teaching, and outreach. We are seeking individuals who possess the skills to bridge disciplinary divides, drive innovative solutions, and engage in team science to apply.
You can view complete job descriptions and applications on the ISWG’s website at
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