[Plantsci] Extension Weeds Specialist: South Dakota State University

[Donna-Rae Marquez]

On Behalf of the Plant Science Department at South Dakota State University:

 

Extension Weeds Specialist - Assistant Professor 

Department of Plant Science 

South Dakota State University

 

The Department of Plant Science at South Dakota State University invites
applications to fill a nine-month, tenure-track faculty position (75%
Extension and 25% Research).  Two months of summer salary will be provided
for the first three contract years.  SDSU actively seeks to increase social
and intellectual diversity among its faculty.  Women and persons
underrepresented in higher education are especially encouraged to apply.  

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Develop a dynamic Extension program and a complementary
research program in weed management in agronomic and horticulture crops and
range/pasture areas in South Dakota.    Provide leadership for the transfer
of information and technologies to agricultural producers, crop consultants,
and allied industry.   Provide technical support for weed management topics
to horticulture extension programs.  This faculty member will work
cooperatively with other Extension Specialists, Field Specialists, and IPM
and pesticide education coordinators to develop effective, interdisciplinary
training and clientele programs.  The incumbent will be expected to utilize
a variety of delivery techniques including the iGrow web portal, distance
educational technologies, traditional meetings, individual consultations,
and intensive short courses.  This individual's research program should be
coordinated with SDSU Research Weed Scientists and focus on priority issues
in integrated weed management, weed resistance, plant competition, and/or
weed control techniques in major field crops that will be successfully
supported through external funding (federal/regional/state/crop commodity
groups).  Successful grantsmanship and participation in multidisciplinary
and multi-state activities is expected.  The successful applicant will
recruit and train quality graduate students. Service to university, state,
regional, and national committees as appropriate.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:  Ph.D. in Agronomy or closely related field, successfully
completed by the appointment date, with an emphasis in weed management.
Field experience in integrated weed management, herbicide evaluation
studies, and plant identification is also required.  The successful
candidate must be able to interact effectively with agricultural producers,
allied industry professionals, colleagues, staff, students, and other
clientele with extension experience programming preferred.  The incumbent
must be able to communicate (both verbally and in writing) effectively and
have demonstrated research abilities.  Demonstrated abilities to work both
as a team leader and a team member are imperative. The individual must have
the ability and willingness to travel throughout the state. Experience in
delivering educational programs via the Internet and other distance
education technology is desired.  

 

SALARY:  Commensurate with background and experience.

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Position is open until filled.  Review of
applications will begin July 15, 2013. 

   

APPLICATION PROCESS:  SDSU accepts applications through an on-line
employment site.  To apply, visit:  https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by
the position title, view the job announcement, and click on "apply for this
posting."  The system will guide you through the electronic application
form.  The employment site will also require the attachment of a cover
letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the
qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, official
transcripts, and a reference page with a minimum of four current references.
Paper applications will not be accepted.  SDSU is especially interested in
candidates that can contribute to and/or coordinate course offerings that
address the experiences of underrepresented minorities in organizations.
Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require
assistance with this process.  Questions on this opening should be referred
to:  Dr. Sharon Clay Department of Plant Science, SDSU, Box 2140C,
Brookings, SD 57007, (605) 688-4757, Sharon.clay at sdstate.edu.

 

 

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