Robert A. Nilan Endowed Chair in Barley Research and Education
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- Pullman, WA
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The Robert A. Nilan Endowed Chair in Barley Research and Education will develop an internationally recognized research program and make contributions to teaching undergraduate and graduate students. The individual will: i) lead the WSU barley breeding program, using barley as a genetic model to understand complex traits and to release varieties for food and malt markets in the Pacific Northwest; ii) develop an extramurally-funded research program focused on understanding the genetics of important traits in barley and other food crops; iii) collaborate with the current team of cereal and grain legume breeders to improve the nutritional components of these food crops; iv) deliver high quality graduate instruction in plant breeding and genetics with an emphasis on experimental design and inheritance of quantitative traits; and v) disseminate information to stakeholders by contributing to extension efforts consistent with program goals, through peer-reviewed publications, industry interactions, and collaboration.
Recent advances in genomics have opened new research possibilities in plant breeding for human nutrition, genotype by environment interactions, and genomic selection.
As an Endowed Chair, we seek a leader to join our team of cereal and grain legume breeders and geneticists to enhance understanding of the genetic architecture of complex quantitative traits and their manipulation through plant breeding, with an emphasis on traits important for food crops. Opportunities exist to lead collaborative efforts with current faculty within and outside of the department on topics relevant to plant breeding and genetics. The individual selected has the opportunity to collaborate and interface with the new Human Nutrition Plant Phenotyping Center to link plant genetics and nutritional attributes in a way that enhances the use of genetic tools to select for improved human nutrition in food crops.
Additional InformationTHE OPPORTUNITY
The Department of Crop and Soil Sciences (CSS) in the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resources Sciences (CAHNRS) at Washington State University (WSU) seeks a dynamic, motivated, problem-solving leader to join an extraordinary team of faculty members in dryland cropping systems improvement for eastern Washington State.
We are seeking to fill the 12-month, tenured/tenure-track (associate or professor rank), Robert A. Nilan Endowed Chair in Barley Research and Education beginning on or about July 1, 2019.
This position is supported by an endowment created through generous gifts from the
Washington barley industry and members of the R.A. Nilan family to honor Dr. Nilan’s 41-year career at WSU as an agronomist, plant geneticist and barley breeder. The chief objective of the Robert A. Nilan Endowed Chair in Barley Research and Education is “To provide excellence in barley research, education, product development, marketing and/or other developments of knowledge for barley that can directly or indirectly enhance the well-being of Washington state barley growers”. Teaching responsibilities include one course per year in plant breeding, quantitative genetics, and/or cropping systems, and supervision of graduate students.
View the Benefits overview for information regarding competitive benefits available.
Anticipated Start Date 07/01/2019 Tenure Track Yes Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Appointment Status Permanent Position Term in Months 12 month Monthly Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience Required QualificationsRequired:
•Earned Ph.D. degree in plant breeding, quantitative genetics, genetics, or a closely-related field by the time of hire/offer
•Record of accomplishments and qualifications commensurate with rank for appointment as associate professor or professor in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences
•Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with technical and nontechnical audiences in oral and written forms
Preferred:
•Demonstrated knowledge of plant breeding
•Record of scholarly accomplishments that demonstrates the potential to become an outstanding scholar and educator
•Demonstrated ability to organize and lead interdisciplinary research programs
•Demonstrated record of acquiring extramural competitive grant support
•Demonstrated ability to collaborate with industry and the crop research community on a local, regional, national and international scale
•Experience in experimental design, quantitative genetics, and field-based crop research;
•Demonstrated evidence of teaching and student mentoring
•Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies
Screening of application materials will begin on February 1st, 2019, and is open until filled Be prepared to submit a detailed letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications, a current curriculum vitae, a list of four (4) references (include names, mailing addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers), and a scanned copy of official transcripts (upload as “Other”) to facilitate screening.
For questions about the position contact: Dr. Arron Carter, (509) 335-6198; ahcarter@wsu.edu
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WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research with nationally recognized academic programs, renowned professors, students who make a difference, and vibrant communities.
WSU offers staff and faculty a comprehensive benefits package as well as professional development and a host of work/life quality programs. Explore WSU’s benefits.
Review the application instructions for instructions and tips on using the WSU Jobs site and applying for jobs at WSU.
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