The University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK) seeks to employ an Assistant/Associate Professor or an Instructor of Forest Management. This 9-month, full-time tenure-track position includes expectations for scholarship and service. Teaching responsibilities include 12 credit hours of forest management and biology courses in both fall and spring terms. Course assignments will be determined based on the successful candidate’s skillset, but may include dendrology, forest management, advanced silviculture/mensuration, and/or chainsaw operations. In addition to course development and delivery, responsibilities may include participation in the continued development of Associate’s, Bachelor’s, and Master’s level degree programming in forest management. The successful candidate will also be expected to develop scholarships appropriate to the field of forest management, especially research that engages undergraduate students.
The successful candidate will also contribute to the program, unit, division, and university functions. The successful candidate will be expected to work in a highly interdisciplinary and collaborative environment across departments and University of Maine campuses while maintaining the highest standards in the classroom. Course delivery is primarily in person with an emphasis on field-based learning, though the faculty may explore online or flipped classroom delivery of some courses or course content. A commitment to quality undergraduate teaching to diverse populations is required. Successful applicants will be required to make a successful progression towards tenure. Other duties may be assigned.
This academic year position is expected to begin in August 2025.
The starting salary is $48,078 for the Instructor level, $57,806 for the Assistant Professor, and $65,912 for the Associate Professor level, based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. Benefits include a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.
About the University
Located on the northernmost border of Maine, the University of Maine at Fort Kent is a career-focused campus offering relevant, experiential, academic programs and services with personalized attention. UMFK’s diverse student population enjoys the opportunity to live and learn in a beautiful, natural setting and a caring, friendly atmosphere where they thrive as engaged members of the community.
Our vision is that UMFK will transform students into professionals who have the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to meet the evolving demands of a modern workforce.
Taught by full-time faculty, our average class size is 16 students to one faculty member. Our students come to us from throughout the United States as well as approximately 30 countries.
The great outdoor environment of the St. John Valley and the forests of New England provide UMFK with abundant resources for learning and research, as well as easy access to the joys of outdoor sports and nature activities. The University and surrounding communities also play important roles in preserving, cultivating, and celebrating the Franco-American/Acadian culture in the St. John Valley and housing one of two Acadian Archives/Archives acadiennes in the nation. UMFK is the only institution in the United States located at the center of the French culture of northern Maine, eastern New Brunswick, and western Québec, offering opportunities for students to study and live in a bilingual region. The surrounding town of Fort Kent is a welcoming town of approximately 3,800 people who are active in various festivals, community gatherings, and civic work. UMFK is embedded near the center of town allowing easy access to amenities and the community at large.
UMFK ranks among the top tier of all northern colleges for the tenth consecutive year, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2021 rankings. For the past 15 years, UMFK has been repeatedly selected as one of the outstanding colleges and universities that The Princeton Review recommends to college applicants in its print and online editions.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in forest management or a closely related field for Instructor level (note: Instructor should be promoted within four years to a higher rank to be considered for tenure)
- Highest degree traditional to discipline for Assistant/Associate Professor level (Ph.D.).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate with diverse students and staff.
- Demonstrable interest in teaching using multiple modalities and mentoring undergraduate students.
- Practical experience in forest management or field-based forestry research
Preferred Qualifications:
- Three to five years of college-level teaching experience
In addition to the required qualifications, preferred qualifications include at least three years of relevant forest management field experience. A non-forestry terminal degree in a discipline other than forest management may be considered if the candidate has a clearly demonstrated knowledge of and field experience in forest management.
To apply, visit the UMFK Careers Page at https://umfk.careers.maine.edu/.
The following items are required to complete the application process:
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Transcripts
Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
Appropriate background checks are required.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
