Research Associate (FIA)

Hiring Organization: Department of Forestry Michigan State University
Employment type: Full-Time
Job Location: East Lansing, MI
Application Due Date: September 20, 2024

Position description: The Department of Forestry at Michigan State University (MSU) is seeking an outstanding Research Associate to lead and work on a research project focused on the economic contribution of forest products industries, timber market analysis, and Forest Inventory Analysis (FIA) data. The successful candidate is expected to author/co‐author publications based on new and secondary data and assist in managing the project. The position holds the potential for extending research in new directions and to collaboratively pursue additional research funding. The position also holds the potential to increase the candidate’s professional network and work closely with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and other state agencies in the Northeast and Midwest region. The position will begin as a one‐year appointment with available extensions, depending on continued funding availability and satisfactory performance.

Required Qualifications: A doctoral degree in forestry, natural resource economics, agriculture economics or related disciplines; and strong skills in written and verbal communication.

Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate for this position will have experience with input-output modelling, econometric models with time series and panel data, experience in Forest Inventory Analysis dataset and ability to interpret data and results.

Location:  The position will be based at Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI, USA. MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote‐friendly. Some or all the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon. Some travel may be available. The candidate will work closely with project PIs and a team of scientists at MSU, Michigan DNR, and other state agencies.

To Apply: Submit your application online at https://careers.msu.edu to position number 978683. Upload the following required documents: 1) a short letter of interest detailing qualifications for the position and research interests (no more than two pages), 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a writing sample (preferably a journal article or dissertation chapter), and 4) three professional references with contact information (institution, email address, phone number). Incomplete applications will not be considered. ABD candidates expected to graduate in December 2024 will be considered.

Application deadline: Desired start date is November 1st, 2024, but a later start may be possible. Queries about this position should be directed to Dr. Jagdish Poudel (poudelja@msu.edu ). Review of applications will begin on September 20, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

MSU is an equal opportunity employer and the MSU Department of Forestry is committed to promoting diversity in research. We actively encourage applications from, and nominations of, women, persons of color, veterans, persons with disabilities and other individuals who can contribute to the intellectual diversity and cultural richness at Michigan State University. MSU is committed to providing a work environment that supports employees’ work and personal life and offers employment assistance to the spouse or partner of candidates for faculty and academic staff positions.

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