Lecturer II​/Teaching Assistant Professor​/Assistant Professor, Statewide Natural Resources S

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno Extension is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative Extension Specialist in Natural Resources to provide statewide development, delivery, and evaluation of applied research and educational programs focused on Nevada’s natural resource needs. This full‑time position is based out of the Humboldt County Extension Office in Winnemucca, Nevada, while supporting statewide Extension initiatives.

• Design, deliver, and evaluate evidence‑based educational programs on applied natural resource topics.

• Utilize diverse teaching methods including workshops, demonstration sites, publications, webinars, and digital media.

• Provide leadership for statewide Extension initiatives, program teams, and strategic planning efforts related to natural resources.

• Develop collaborative relationships with county, state, tribal, and federal partners.

• Engage with interdisciplinary teams and external stakeholders to conduct applied research relevant to Nevada’s natural resource priorities.

• Translate scientific research into practical tools and recommendations for diverse audiences.

• Identify and pursue extramural funding opportunities to support natural resource education and research initiatives.

• Manage grants, contracts, and reporting in compliance with University and sponsor guidelines.

• Publish peer‑reviewed articles, Extension bulletins, and other scholarly and educational materials.

• Develop and provide impact reporting for Extension activities and stakeholder communications.

• Participate in University and Extension committees and working groups.

• Contribute to UNR Extension’s mission of fostering thriving communities through engaged scholarship and education.

• Master’s or Ph.D. degree from an accredited institution in natural resources, environmental science, rangeland management, ecology, or a related field.

• Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering educational or outreach programs.

• Knowledge of natural resource issues relevant to Nevada.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ph.D. in a related field.

• Experience working within Extension or similar outreach/education environments.

• Knowledge of rangeland health in arid environments.

• Demonstrated success in securing grants or contracts.

• Experience working with diverse and underserved populations, including tribal communities.

A valid Class C driver’s license or higher operator’s license within 30 days of employment.

• Work a flexible schedule, with periodic evening and weekend work.

• Periodically travel throughout the state to assist with multi‑county or statewide efforts related to subject matter expertise or attend area and statewide Extension meetings.

• This position involves working in both office settings and field environments.

• Travel within Nevada will be required.

Lecturer II / Teaching Assistant Professor – Assistant Professor. To view the salary schedule for this position, please refer to the Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty.

• Health insurance options including dental and vision.

• Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance.

• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.

• No state income tax.

The University provides a reduced‑rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Faculty dependents have unlimited credits, but to be eligible, children must be unmarried and under 24 and receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or the employee’s spouse or domestic partner.

The University offers a dual‑career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion. The university is an affirmative action employer and is an equal opportunity employer for minorities, women, people of faith, and veterans.

This posting is open until filled. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. The search will close without notice once a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.