Research Forest Director & Silviculture Extension Specialist

Research Forest Director & Silviculture Extension Specialist

The College of Forestry (CoF) at Oregon State University (OSU) invites applications for a full‑time (1.00

FTE), 12‑month, combination position as Director of OSU Research Forests & Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Practice):
Silviculture Extension Specialist, reflecting duties in both academic and administrative areas.

• Master’s degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in silviculture and forest ecology.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively through collaborative decision‑making and respectful engagement.
• Experience in financial management and budgeting, including developing budgets, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring fiscal accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and communities, such as students, private landowners, Tribal Nations, natural resource professionals, industry representatives, agency personnel, and the general public.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• For individuals seeking the rank of Associate Professor (Practice) or Professor (Practice):
  Candidate should have a demonstrated record of accomplishment in silviculture and formal or informal instruction that merits appointment as an Associate Professor (Practice) or Professor (Practice), meeting the OSU teaching, advising, scholarship, and service criteria for appointment at the desired rank (see the OSU Guidelines for Professor of Practice Appointments and Promotion for details). OSU will consider previous years of experience at other similar institutions towards timelines for rank promotions.

• Knowledge of Pacific Northwest forest ecosystems, silviculture practices, and natural resource management issues.
• Practical experience in forest management that balances multiple values (ecological, economic, recreational, educational) to advance applied science and public engagement.
• Experience developing and delivering educational programs to audiences with varying technical backgrounds.
• Demonstrated capacity to produce scholarly or professional outputs, including peer‑reviewed publications, Extension materials, or professional presentations.
• Track record of securing external funding through grants, contracts, or partnerships.
• Demonstrated commitment to creating respectful, safe, and inclusive work and learning environments, including active efforts to engage historically marginalized or underserved communities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with media representatives and respond to public inquiries or concerns about forest management activities.