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What is a professor or assistant professor?

A Professor is a senior academic faculty member at a college or university, responsible for teaching, conducting research, and contributing to their academic field. An Assistant Professor is an entry-level, tenure-track faculty position, focusing on teaching, research, and service as they work toward promotion and tenure. Both roles involve mentoring students, publishing scholarly work, and participating in departmental and institutional activities. The main difference lies in the level of experience and responsibilities, with Professors typically having more experience and often holding leadership roles within their department.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a professor or assistant professor?

To thrive as a Professor or Assistant Professor, you generally need an advanced degree (often a Ph.D.), subject matter expertise, a strong research background, and teaching experience. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard, research databases, and academic publishing platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, mentorship, and organizational skills help foster effective learning and collaboration with students and colleagues. These competencies are vital for delivering high-quality education, advancing research, and contributing to the academic community.

What are common challenges faced by professors and assistant professors when balancing teaching and research?

Professor and Assistant Professor positions often require balancing significant teaching loads with ongoing research activities. Managing time effectively between preparing lectures, grading, advising students, and pursuing research projects can be challenging, especially during peak academic periods. Many faculty members find it helpful to set clear priorities and carve out dedicated research hours each week. Collaboration with colleagues and seeking mentorship from senior faculty can also provide valuable strategies for efficiently managing these diverse responsibilities.

What is the difference between Professor Assistant Professor vs Lecturer?

AspectProfessorAssistant ProfessorLecturer
Required CredentialsDoctorate, extensive research, publicationsDoctorate or equivalent, some research experienceMaster's or Doctorate, teaching experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentResearch, teaching, administrative duties at universitiesTeaching and research at academic institutionsPrimarily teaching, sometimes research at colleges or universities
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, research universitiesUniversities, colleges, academic research centersColleges, universities, vocational institutions

While Professors and Assistant Professors are involved in research and hold senior academic roles, Lecturers primarily focus on teaching responsibilities. Assistant Professors are often on a tenure track, whereas Lecturers may have fixed-term contracts. The roles differ in responsibilities, experience requirements, and career progression within academic institutions.

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Infographic showing various Professor Assistant Professor job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Assistant Professor/Instructor in Forestry

MANNRS

East Lansing, MI • On-site

$60 - $95/hr

Other

Posted 3 days ago

New

Key responsibilities

  • Teach approximately 7 classes per year, including courses in forestry and the Hybrid M.S. program.

  • Advise students in the Hybrid M.S. in Forestry program.

  • Develop and deliver course materials, and potentially teach and develop additional forestry courses based on expertise and department needs.

Job description

Assistant Professor/Instructor in Forestry

Posted on August 10, 2026

Position Overview

The Department of Forestry at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a full‑time, 12-month, fixed‑term, non‑tenure track Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) or Instructor (M.S.) position focused on teaching and advising students in the Hybrid-Online M.S. in Forestry (https://www.canr.msu.edu/for/graduate/Hybrid-Online-MS-Degree/index), with a 90% teaching and 10% service assignment. The position’s start date is anticipated to be in early spring 2027 and will begin as a one‑year appointment with reappointments contingent on availability of funding and teaching needs. We seek candidates who will contribute to the dynamic learning environment in the Department of Forestry. The successful candidate should have evidence of outstanding teaching skills in diverse formats, including field settings and online. Preferred candidates will have a strong foundation in professional forestry, either through employment (i.e. with state or federal agencies, industrial forestry operations, consulting forestry, or an NGO) or through teaching in an SAF‑accredited degree program. Initially, the successful candidate will be expected to teach ~7 classes per year, including 3 sections of the non‑majors course Michigan’s Forests (FOR 101, 3 cr., online) and the following courses required for the Hybrid MS program: Forest Measurements and Inventory (FOR 812, 2 cr., remote online), Advanced Silviculture (FOR 818, 2 cr., remote, online), Hybrid MS Professional Project (FOR 898, 2 cr., in‑person), and co‑teaching Professional Forestry Field Techniques (FOR 810 2 cr., in person). Teaching materials for all courses have been fully developed and are available. The successful candidate may teach and/or develop additional forestry courses, depending on the candidate’s area of expertise and Department needs. MSU has many mechanisms in place to support innovation in teaching and curriculum development. The successful candidate also will be the primary advisor for students in the Hybrid M.S. program in Forestry.

Qualifications

Required qualifications: An earned M.S. (for Instructor rank) or Ph.D. (for Assistant Professor rank) in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, or a closely related field. A demonstrated record of outstanding teaching, training, and/or mentoring relevant to the position, and a strong commitment to student success.Desired qualifications: Experience in online and field‑based teaching. Experience with course development. Work experience in professional forestry. Demonstrated experience with different sectors of the forestry profession (e.g. public, private, consulting, NGO). Professional certification as a forester is desirable through a BS or MS from an SAF accredited program, achievement of Certified Forester status through SAF, or a similar pathway.

Preferred Level of Education

An earned M.S. (for Instructor rank) or Ph.D. (for Assistant Professor rank) in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, or a closely related field.

Benefits Offered

MSU offers a generous benefits package (details at https://hr.msu.edu/benefits/index.html).

Compensation/Salary

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Application deadline: August 31, 2026

About Michigan State University

The Department of Forestry is a vibrant, growing, internationally‑recognized unit committed to interdisciplinary education, research and extension designed to understand and resolve environmental and natural resource issues. Established in 1902, MSU’s Department of Forestry was among the first undergraduate forestry programs in the U.S. and continues to innovate and lead in education, research and extension.The position will be based at Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI, USA. Michigan State University (MSU) is one of the top research universities in the world and home to nationally ranked and recognized academic, residential college, and service‑learning programs. MSU is a diverse community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, and scientists that provide regional, national, and international leadership in basic and applied research and excellence in teaching. In addition, consistent with its Land Grant origins, the MSU community pursues international engagement and provides strong extension programs that partner with diverse stakeholders to provide much needed research in the areas of food, energy, water and the environment. MSU enjoys a park‑like campus with outlying research facilities and natural areas. The campus is located in the city of East Lansing, adjacent to the capital city of Lansing. The Lansing metropolitan area has a diverse population of greater than 500,000. Local communities have excellent school systems and place a high value on education. The University is proactive about its obligations under the ADA and provides individual accessibility plans to students and employees with disabilities. MSU is also proactive in exploring opportunities for employment for dual career families, both inside and outside the University, and respects all family forms. Information about MSU’s dual career support can be found at http://worklife.msu.edu/ The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Michigan State University is committed to achieving excellence by creating and sustaining an accessible and inclusive culture that values cultural and academic diversity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

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