Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute - Texas A&M -Kingsville · Texas · posted 5 days ago
Job Description Tenure-track faculty position (open-rank tenure track position) with the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute (CKWRI) in the Department of Rangeland and Wildlife Sciences (RWSC) and Dick and Mary Lewis Kleberg College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. This endowed chair position includes expectations of developing an extramurally funded research program focused on quail ecology and management (75%), teaching 1 graduate and 1 undergraduate level course (25%), and will be a 9-month appointment with potential for summer salary. We seek an accomplished scholar to lead an impactful and dynamic quail and upland gamebird research program, contribute to undergraduate and graduate student academic growth using the best practices in teaching and mentorship, and extend results to stakeholders, society, and the scientific community. The Glassell Chair in Quail Research will work closely with faculty including other upland gamebird scientists at CKWRI and will have access to a variety of resources to support quail research. Initial salary shall be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Research • Develop and lead an impactful, dynamic, and extramurally funded quail and upland gamebird research program, with a focus in Texas commensurate with a 75% research appointment. • Engage in scholarly activities appropriate to the discipline, contributing to the university’s research mission. Teaching • Teach 1 graduate-level and 1 undergraduate-level course annually • Maintain high standards of teaching effectiveness and student engagement. Service • Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in research and professional development. • Engage in professional service within the Department, College, and University. Qualifications • Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in ecology, wildlife science, rangeland science, or closely related field from an accredited university. • Evidence of innovative and applied research within wildlife or rangeland sciences, quail/upland gamebird management and ecology, ornithology, or ecology demonstrated by a record of producing manuscripts, presentations, and other scholarly materials. • A dedication to teaching and the ability to instruct courses in wildlife and rangeland ecology and management, incorporating new technologies and teaching techniques into classes. Applicants must have successfully completed a minimum of 18 graduate-level hours in wildlife and rangeland science or similar disciplines related to ecosystem management. • Demonstrated potential to attract extramural funding. • Demonstrated ability to communicate with students, professionals, lay audiences, and other scientists. Preferred Qualifications • Experience conducting research on upland gamebirds in working landscapes. • Strong quantitative skills. • Demonstrated ability to foster and sustain positive, working relationships with private landowners, other faculty, students, and state, federal, tribal, and private natural resource organizations. • Postdoctoral experience which may include University teaching and research. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Strong ability to communicate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and via media contributions • Ability to build and sustain a nationally recognized research program through grantsmanship, graduate student recruitment and mentoring, and a strong professional presence. • Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders (e.g., private landowners, agency personnel) in South Texas and beyond • Ability to positively and professionally interact with students, faculty, and staff • Skilled in using various learning strategies to maintain teaching effectiveness • Ability to advise, mentor, and guide students to promote student success Additional Information • This position is security sensitive • This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment. • This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures • All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements How to Apply • Qualified applicants should submit a (1) cover letter, (2) a statement of teaching and research philosophies, (3) detailed vita stating education, experience, and qualifications, (4) copies of transcripts from all colleges attended, and (5) three professional references including names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers. • Submit applications here • Address referrals and questions regarding the position to Dr. Jennifer Smith (Jennifer.Smith@tamuk.edu) Application Deadline: 6 November, 2026 or until a qualified candidate is identified. Preferred start date is June 2027, but start date is negotiable
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