Asst. Prof at U of Arkansas

[Sherry Sandretto <slsandre@xxxxxxx>]

* **UAPB **Aquaculture/Fisheries Center*

*Faculty Position in Small Impoundments/Reservoir Management*



*Position:*                                  Assistant Professor (Small 
Impoundments/Reservoir Management)



*Location:*                                Department of Aquaculture and 
Fisheries, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, Pine Bluff, Arkansas



*Appointment:*     Twelve month tenure track (30% teaching; 30% 
research; 40% extension)



*Qualifications:*   Ph.D. in Aquaculture, Fisheries or closely related 
field.  Demonstrated ability to develop a productive research program 
related to managing small impoundments and reservoirs, to publish 
peer-reviewed publications, and to develop effective and innovative 
teaching techniques is required.  A commitment to developing a dynamic 
research and extension program that has a strong impact on the state of 
Arkansas is required. 



*Duties and Responsibilities:*   Arkansas has over 100,000  
privately-owned impoundments that are managed for fisheries, wildlife, 
and aesthetic purposes, as well as one of the highest angler 
participation rates in the U.S.  The Aquaculture/Fisheries Center has 
statewide responsibility to provide research-based extension 
recommendations in the state of Arkansas for aquaculture, fisheries, 
small impoundments and reservoir management.  The incumbent will develop 
a productive research program in these same areas and will be expected 
to produce science-based management recommendations.  The incumbent will 
teach graduate and undergraduate courses in management of small 
impoundments and other fisheries subject areas.   



*Personal Characteristics:*     The person selected for this position 
must be committed to a productive research program and to contributing 
science-based management recommendations for farm pond and reservoir 
owners in Arkansas.  Must be committed to effective teaching.  Must have 
the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholder groups.  The 
individual must be willing and capable of developing effective working 
relationships across various fisheries and aquaculture disciplines 
within the department.



*Salary:*                        Commensurate with and depending upon 
qualifications and experience.



*Fringe Benefits:*         Annual and sick leave per University policy, 
group health, life, disability, and retirement benefits.



*To Apply:*                                A letter of application, 
resume, official transcripts, and three letters of reference should be 
sent to:

                                               Dr. Carole R. Engle, 
Chairperson

                                               Department of 
Aquaculture and Fisheries, Mail Slot 4912

                                               University of Arkansas 
at Pine Bluff

                                               1200 N. University Drive

                                               Pine Bluff, AR 71601

                       *TEL:* (870) 575-8523;   *FAX:* (870) 
575-4637    *E-mail:* cengle@xxxxxxxx <mailto:cengle@xxxxxxxx>



*Closing Date:*             September 15 , 2009 or until a suitable 
candidate is found.