Employer Industry: Higher Education and Research

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth through collaborative research funding
- Flexible work environment with remote-friendly options
- Potential to expand professional networks with state agencies and experts in forestry
- Involvement in significant research projects focusing on forest products and economic contributions

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Lead and manage a research project on the economic contribution of forest products industries
- Author and co-author publications based on original and secondary data
- Collaborate with project principal investigators and a team of scientists at Michigan State University and state agencies
- Assist in securing additional research funding and exploring new research directions
- Analyze Forest Inventory Analysis (FIA) data and conduct timber market analysis

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Doctoral degree in forestry, natural resource economics, agriculture economics, or related disciplines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with econometric models, input-output modeling, and time series data
- Familiarity with Forest Inventory Analysis datasets
- Ability to interpret data and results effectively

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience in conducting research related to forestry or natural resources
- Proficiency in advanced statistical analysis and modeling techniques
- Previous publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Knowledge of state and federal forestry policies
- Networking experience with industry professionals and researchers

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