Term Instructor of Forestry: Natural Resource Economics

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About NMHU

Highlands University is an open admissions university with over 70% Hispanic, Native American or African American with nearly 40% studying at the Master’s Degree level. The university is committed to student success and improved retention and graduation rates. NMHU serves approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students at the main campus in Las Vegas, NM (one hour east of Santa Fe) and another 1300 students at centers in Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, and Albuquerque. For more information about the university, visit the website at www.nmhu.edu.



Position Information

Job Title Term Instructor of Forestry: Natural Resource Economics Rank Instructor Classification Title Term Position Summary
This position will be responsible for all aspects of the preparation and delivery of FORS 3050 Natural Resource Economics as an online course within the Department of Forestry, including the preparation and delivery of lectures, assignments, and exams, as well as any and all grading and the assignment of final course grades. This position will also be responsible for maintaining communications with students and advising them in relation to this course and the subject matter dealt with therein, as well as participating in departmental discussions and meetings as needed. Duties and Responsibilities
- Serve as the instructor of record for FORS 3050 Natural Resource Economics within the Department of Forestry
- Be responsible for all aspects of the preparation and delivery of the assigned course, including lectures, assignments, and exams
- Be responsible for all grading associated with the assigned course, including the assignment of final course grades
- Maintain communications with students and advise them as needed in relation to the assigned course and the subject matter dealt with therein, including uploading course materials to the course page using the university’s online learning management platform (currently Brightspace)
- Participate in departmental discussions and meetings as needed Minimum Qualifications
- An earned Ph.D. in Forestry, Forest Biology, Forest Science, Economics, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated expertise in forestry and natural resource economics

New Mexico Highlands University has implemented a mandatory COVID -19 vaccine requirement for NMHU students and employees. For detailed information, visit Coronavirus ( COVID -19) information – New Mexico Highlands University (nmhu.edu) Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching university-level courses in forestry, economics, and/or related disciplines Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Working knowledge of forestry, natural resources economics, and related disciplines
- The ability to communicate clearly and effectively using a variety of media
- Experience with online education
- The ability to effectively design, develop, and deliver university-level courses Work Location Online - Outside of New Mexico

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F241P Posting Open Date 11/17/2021 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
A complete application will include: 1) Letter of interest, 2) Curriculum Vitae, 3) Unofficial copies of advanced degree transcript. For more information please contact Dr. Joshua Sloan, 505-454-3208 jlsloan@nmhu.edu. For disabled access or services, call (505) 454-3224. International applicants must be in legal status to work in the United States. NMHU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Quick Link https://nmhu.peopleadmin.com/postings/7077 Supplemental Questions

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1. Cover Letter/ Letter of Interest
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts Conferring Required Degree

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