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Vacancy TypeTenured/Tenure-Track FacultyIs Internal Transfer OnlyNoWorking TitleAssistant ProfessorSalary RangeAnticipated Hiring Range$89,096Position Number00105656Work Schedule40 hours per weekFull Time Equivalent (FTE)1.00Department111501 - Horticultural ScienceDepartmentHorticultural ScienceJob City & StateRaleigh, NCPrimary Function of Organizational Unit

Since 1901, the faculty, staff and students of the Department of Horticultural Science have been providing innovative teaching, research and outreach to the citizens of North Carolina, the nation, and the world. Our research and extension programs are recognized worldwide for their contributions to applied horticultural production and to discovery science. We generate and extend knowledge about fruits, vegetables, ornamental plants, and landscape design for the purpose of increasing food security and food safety, sustaining the environment, enhancing economic vitality, and improving the quality of life for individuals and their communities.

Essential Job Duties

Develop a nationally and internationally recognized extension and research program focusing initially on strawberries and grapes with additional crops such as blackberries, and blueberries.

Provide intellectual and strategic support to project working to integrate best management practices.

Establish collaborative partnerships with faculty based at North Carolina State University, as well as with other universities, federal agencies and the private sector.

Provide input to NC Strawberry and grape commodity industries on and participate in annual field days and commodity meetings.

Establish a rigorous, nationally, and internationally recognized, extramurally funded strawberry and grape production research program.

Publish research results in relevant peer reviewed publications. Maintain a dynamic web presence, and chair and serve on graduate student committees.

Other Work/ResponsibilitiesMinimum Education/Experience

Requires Ph.D. in Biology, Horticulture, Crop Science, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Zoology or closely related field of study and 2 years of experience as a Post-Doctoral Researcher.

Must have demonstrated experience with outreach and extension activities including acquisition of extramural funding, research activities in the field of strawberry and grape production, and pathology and entomology; multiple peer-reviewed publications in the field of horticulture, plant pathology or entomology, related to strawberry and grape production or other specialty crops; extensive experience in planning, conducting and managing on-farm and research field trials in strawberry and grape production, pathology and entomology; expertise and experience in planning, conducting and managing laboratory research, including, but not limited to, molecular research (e.g. quantitative PCR); understanding of soil and root ecosystems in strawberry and grape production fields and experience in outreach and collaboration with farmers, industry partners, and stakeholder associations.

70% travel to NC State University extension locations around NC is required.

Departmental Required Skills

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Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

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Required License or Certification

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Special InstructionsJob Open Date08/28/2019Anticipated Closing DateIs this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?NoProposed Hire DateAA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Application Materials RequiredRequired Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Contact Information for References
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Transcripts

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