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Job Title

Research Assistant Professor in Wild Cat Ecology

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

T h i s faculty position i s a 100 % re s earch , 12 - mo n t h appointment involved in multiple cat projects covering diverse topics including movement ecology, transportation-related research, SECR and O ccupancy modeling , and conservation genetics . We seek a passionate scholar to be part of an exciting wild cat research program focused on field research, quantitative analyses, and mentoring younger professionals . Some international research ( s outhern Africa, northern Israel) and international conferences may be a part of this position . Current target species include ocelot, jaguarundi, bobcat, jaguar (Mexico), leopard (Botswana), and jungle cat (northern Israel). Guest lectures in a graduate conservation biology class every other year will occur . R esearch results will be shared with stakeholders, S ociety, and the scientific community through scientific publications and presentations . A portion of the successful applicant’s activities will be to assist the team leader with program needs and responsibilities . I n iti al s a l a r y shal l b e c o mm e ns u ra t e w it h q u a l i f i ca ti on s and e x p er i e n ce. We are seeking applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas: movement ecology, population genomics, SECR and Occupancy models, and/or cat behavior including spatial memory and cognition. F ield work will be a major part of this position.

Re sp o n s ibili t i e s :

• Continue to support and underpin the research, management, and activities of the 40-year ocelot program .

• Mentor undergraduate / graduate students in their professional development , including publications & presentations.

• Assist project and program needs ; lead and monitor compliance ( e.g., IACUC, technology export control ) .

• Assist program leader in pursuit of special research projects and targeted funding opportunities .

  Q u a li f i c a t i o ns :

• P h .D. i n w il d l i f e s c i e n c e, ecology, conserv ation biology , or re l a t ed f i e l d f r o m a n accre d it ed un i v er si t y .

• Proven excellence in wild cat, carnivore , or wildlife ecology demonstrated by record of research & productivity.

• Demonstrated self-initiative to work independently and skills to work within a team.

• Ability to effectively communicate with students, professionals, lay audiences, ranchers, and other scientists.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful research experience and expertise with wild cats.

• Str o n g q u a n t i t a t i v e s k ills particularly in movement ecology, spatial & ecological software, and /or genomics software.

• D e m on st ra t ed a b ili t y t o w o rk e ff e c ti v el y w i t h private landowners, f a c u l t y , st u d e n ts , a n d st a t e / f e d era l agencies .

• Abilities to contribute in a collaborative team environment and a strong background in small population biology .

  L o c a t i o n : T e x as A & M U n i v e r si t y- K i n g s v ill e ( T A MUK) i s l o ca t ed i n K i n g s v ill e, a c i t y o f a bout 25 , 00 0 i n s o u t h ern c o a st al T e x a s . K i n gs v ill e i s s u rr ou n d ed b y t h e h is t o r i c K i n g R a n c h a n d i s a bo u t 3 0 m il e s s o u t h o f C o r p u s C h r is t i ( pop u l a ti o n : 300 , 0 0 0 ), w i t h i n 2 5 m il es o f B a f f i n B a y a n d t h e G u l f o f M e x i c o , a n d a 2 - h o ur d r i v e f r o m M e x i c o . T A MUK s er v es a bo u t 8 , 00 0 st u d e n t s . T h e Feline Research Program has been an active part of the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute since the inception of both units in 1981 .

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  Submit information to:

  Dr. Michael Tewes , C h a i r, S earch C o mm i tt ee

  M S C 218 , 70 0 U n i v er s it y B l vd.

  C ae s ar K l e b erg W il d l i f e R e s e arch I n st i t u t e T e x as A & M U n i v e r si t y -K i n g s v ille K i n g s v ill e, T e x as 78363 - 82 0 2

  michael.tewes@tamuk.edu

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Thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) ! We are a public research university located in Kingsville, Texas. TAMUK is the southernmost campus of the Texas A&M University System. It is located 40 miles southwest of Corpus Christi and is within a 4-hour or less drive to multiple metro areas, including: San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and Brownsville- McAllen- Harlingen.

The mission of Texas A&M University- Kingsville is to enrich lives through education, discovery, and service in South Texas and beyond. The university's enrollment of approximately 7,000 students reflects the ethnic diversity of South Texas, with approximately 65% of the students of Hispanic origin. The university consists of five academic colleges: Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, Agriculture & Natural Resources, and Education & Human Performance. The University has the Carnegie classification of: Doctoral University: High Research Activity .

According to Forbes Media, ratings from Javelina alumni rank Texas A&M University- Kingsville among the top 25 Universities in the nation. The rankings are based on alumni feedback about their experience at the institution.

Kingsville, a friendly and safe community , is home to nearly 30,000 people and represents a vital part of the Texas ranching industry with more than 60,000 cattle and 300 quarter horses. In addition to being home to the first institution of higher learning in South Texas, Kingsville is also home to Naval Air Station Kingsville and several Fortune 500 industrial companies.

From its quaint, historical buildings downtown to the longhorn and Santa Gertrudis cattle that graze in the legendary King Ranch, Kingsville still retains much of its unique historical charm while continuing to steadily grow into its future .

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