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Assistant Professor Weed Science

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Job location: Washington State University


Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2021-12-23
Req: R-3874

Title:

270-NN - Assistant Professor

Business Title:

Assistant Professor Weed Science

Additional Titles:

Location:

PROSSER, IRRIGATED AGRICULTURE RESEARCH CENTER, Washington State University

Employee Type:

Faculty

Job Family:

Faculty - Academic - Not OT Eligible

Position Details:

Covid-19 Vaccine Information:

In accordance with Washington State Governor's Proclamation 21.14.2, as a condition of employment, you must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation by time of hire. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Full vaccination status or an approved accommodation will be verified prior to your first day of work. Should you not be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation you will not be able to start employment with WSU. Information regarding vaccine verification and/or requesting a medical/religious accommodation is available at https://hrs.wsu.edu/covid-19/vax-verification/. Please contact HRS at hrs@wsu.edu or 509-335-4521 if you have questions.

Summary of Duties:

The incumbent will establish and lead an integrated and collaborative weed science research and Extension program in irrigated agriculture that serves the needs of clientele in central Washington production areas.

The Assistant Professor and Extension Weed Scientist will develop a nationally recognized, integrated research and Extension program in weed science. The successful candidate must acquire competitive extramural funding from state, regional, and national agencies and agricultural industry stakeholders to support this comprehensive program. The incumbent will disseminate information by publishing results in appropriate peer-reviewed journals and Extension media, delivering presentations at scientific conferences and grower meetings, and using other modern communication platforms. The person hired is expected to work collaboratively with other scientists, the grower community, agronomists, plant breeders, extension professionals, crop consultants, agricultural engineers, and other stakeholders. Teaching responsibilities will include the mentoring and supervision of graduate students and assistance with CSS course delivery as needed by the department. Other duties include serving on CSS, IAREC, CAHNRS and WSU committees.

The Weed Scientist will participate in the successful integration of weed control practices into irrigated crop production systems of central Washington. Research and extension emphases may include but are not limited to weed biology and ecology, weed-crop interference, and cultural, mechanical, chemical, and biological control strategies incorporating, when possible, innovative technologies such decision support tools, AI and machine learning, Internet of Things, robotics, and drone technologies. Herbicide-resistant weeds are an increasing issue that may warrant attention by the incumbent, as are weeds as alternative hosts for crop pests. There are more than 200 different crops grown under irrigation in the Yakima valley and Columbia Basin, providing the successful candidates with a plethora of research opportunities. Strong commodity support exists for many of the major crops, including potatoes, grass seed, grapes, apples, stone fruit, small fruits, hops, and mint.

THE DEPARTMENT OF CROP AND SOIL SCIENCES (CSS)

Faculty, staff, and students in CSS are committed to improving the long-term sustainability of agricultural systems through research, teaching, and extension. Our department offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Crop Science and Soil Science, with 65 graduate students currently enrolled. In addition, we advise another 15 to 20 graduate students pursuing Ph.D. degrees in Molecular Plant Sciences and the distance M.S. degree in Agriculture. Undergraduate students can select B.S. programs in Agricultural and Food Systems (with majors in agricultural education; agricultural technology and production management; agricultural and food business economics, and organic agriculture) and Integrated Plant Sciences (with majors in agricultural biotechnology; field crop management; fruit and vegetable management; landscape, nursery, and greenhouse management; and viticulture and enology). Facilities include a new 30-acre organic farm on the Pullman campus, six dryland and one irrigated agronomy farm within a 120-mile radius of Pullman, and labs and farms at research centers in Mount Vernon, Puyallup, Prosser, and Wenatchee. Partnerships with the USDA Agricultural Research Service, the Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest Laboratory, the University of Washington and other universities, commodity commissions, the agriculture industry, and family farms result in well-rounded and timely research, successful outreach, and opportunities for student internships. For more information, visit: http://css.wsu.edu.

IRRIGATED AGRICULTURE RESEARCH AND EXTENSION CENTER (IAREC):

The Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center (IAREC) is located near Prosser in the lower Yakima Valley of central Washington. The IAREC functions as an administrative unit of CAHNRS and maintains a strong multidisciplinary focus. Seventeen faculty members are stationed at the IAREC representing seven WSU academic and Extension departments, as well as about 100 support staff members and graduate students. Three subject-matter centers (AgWeatherNet, the Center for Precision and Automated Agricultural Systems (CPAAS), and the Clean Plant Center Northwest) operate from IAREC. Three agricultural engineering faculty members, and state-of the art sensing, robotics and computational infrastructure are housed at CPAAS providing opportunities for the candidate to collaborate in the emerging areas of AI and machine learning, machine vision, big data analytics, robotics and drone-based research and development. In addition, seven scientists and several support staff belonging to three USDA-ARS Units and Washington State Department of Agriculture personnel are co-located at IAREC. Facilities include four research farms totaling almost 1200 acres, and extensive laboratories, greenhouses, offices, and support facilities. The Tri-Cities and Yakima metropolitan areas, less than an hour’s drive from the IAREC, host the WSU Tri-Cities campus and the USDA Yakima Agricultural Research Laboratory, respectively. IAREC faculty collaborates with faculty at the WSU Wine Science Center (located at the WSU Tri-Cities campus) that offers state-of-the-art laboratory facilities for plant physiology, microbiology, and biochemistry research. IAREC faculty also collaborate with scientists at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL), national user facility located at a short distance from the Wine Science Center. World-class EMSL scientists offer expertise in fields ranging from rhizosphere research, environmental microbiology and metagenomics to analytical chemistry and high-performance computing. For more information on IAREC, visit http://iarec.wsu.edu/. For more information on PNNL-EMSL, visit: https://www.emsl.pnnl.gov/emslweb/

THE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL, HUMAN, AND NATURAL RESOURCE SCIENCES

The College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) at Washington State University is an expansive and diverse college that includes 12 academic units, 3 Extension Program Units, and 4 research and extension centers distributed across the state. CAHNRS fosters disciplines that serve at the interface of scientific discovery and its application to the advancement of society and improvement of the human experience. Our mission is to provide global leadership in discovering, accessing, and disseminating knowledge that contributes to producing a safe, abundant food and fiber supply; promotes the well-being of individuals, families, and communities; enhances sustainability of agricultural and economic systems; and promotes stewardship of natural resources and ecological systems. CAHNRS personnel embrace the opportunity to fulfill the university’s land-grant mission by making groundbreaking research discoveries, by utilizing innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and by delivering relevant, progressive extension programs that synergistically generate outcomes that enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Washington State, as well as for people around the globe. For more information, visit: http://cahnrs.wsu.edu.

Required Qualifications:

  • Earned Ph.D. degree in Weed Science or a closely related discipline with a research emphasis on weed control and management by the time of hire;
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with technical and nontechnical audiences using oral and written forms.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in field research with a variety of crops, including ability to conduct efficient and effective field experiments (plot establishment, maintenance, data collection, and analysis);
  • Demonstrated ability to organize and lead an interdisciplinary Extension program;
  • Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies;
  • Record of competitive grant success commensurate with career level;
  • Record of publication in peer-reviewed journals and Extension media commensurate with career level;
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and participate/collaborate in interdisciplinary research programs;
  • Experience supervising support staff and students;
  • Demonstrated evidence of teaching and/or student mentoring.

Additional Information:

Area/College:

College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences


Department Name:

Crop and Soil Sciences


City, State, Zip:

Pullman, WA 99164-6420


Department Link:

http://css.wsu.edu


Monthly Salary:

Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience.


FTE:

100%


Tenure Track:

Yes


Position Type:

Permanent


Posting Close Date:

Screening of applicants will begin February 18, 2022.


Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.


Application Instructions:

Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) detailed letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications 2) current curriculum vitae, an example of weed science focused extension communication media 3) an example of weed science focused extension communication media, 4) a list of four (4) references (include names, mailing addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers) 5) a statement on contributions to equity and diversity.

and 6) a scanned copy of official transcripts to facilitate screening.

Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

Please upload your example of weed science focused extension communication media, and your scanned copy of official transcripts within the cover letter section of the application.

For questions about the position contact: Dr. Ian Burke, (509) 335-2858; icburke@wsu.edu


Required Documents:

1) Detailed letter of application

2) Current curriculum vitae.

3) An example of weed science focused extension communication media. (upload in the cover letter section)

4) A list of four (4) references; include names, mailing address, email address, and telephone numbers.

5) A statement on contributions to equity and diversity.

6) a scanned copy of official transcripts to facilitate screening. (upload in the cover letter section)

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

Organization

Working at Washington State University

Founded as the people’s university, WSU embraces its land-grant heritage, seeking to transform lives through education, research, and community engagement and service. The University has been delivering life-changing knowledge and discoveries to the state, region, nation, and the world for nearly 130 years. WSU enjoys productive partnerships with major industries in the state, including agribusiness, aerospace, health care, software, technology, and construction. The colleges at WSU Health Sciences Spokane have formed robust partnerships across the state of Washington, both with large medical centers and hospitals, as well as a variety of rural and community hospitals and clinics.

WSU is Washington’s land-grant university with campuses located statewide in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, Vancouver, and online through the Global Campus. WSU also has research centers located throughout the state and extension offices in every county. Learn about WSU’s statewide reach.

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.

WSU is Washington’s land-grant university with campuses located statewide in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, Vancouver, and online through the Global Campus. WSU also has research centers located throughout the state and extension offices in every county. Learn about WSU’s statewide reach.

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.

Diversity Profile: Washington State University

As a land-grant institution, diversity, equity, and inclusion serve as core values and beliefs of Washington State University (WSU). At the university, college, or department level, WSU is committed to fostering open, proactive dialogue to create a more inclusive culture at all its locations including the five physical campuses and its online Global Campus, as well as its 39 Extension offices, four research centers, and 25 small business development centers.

Core Belief

WSU is committed to achieving an ethical and socially just society for all. Instituting social change on a large scale begins at home with system-level policies that actively promote equity. The University is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout every aspect of its statewide system. We strive to create a climate that enables underrepresented students, faculty, and staff to thrive in communities that foster a sense of belonging in a culture of inclusion. The ultimate goal? Creation of institutional culture in which inclusion and equity are the norms, a model that helps move the world toward a place in which all people are treated with dignity and respect.

Core Value

Equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Promotion of an ethical and socially just society through an intentional commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

WSU’s core ideology can be found in its System Strategic Plan. 

WSU’s Student Body

WSU's student body statewide is ethnically diverse: 31 percent of our students are underrepresented minorities, and first-generation students represent nearly 33 percent of the total enrollment. About 15 percent of WSU students hail from outside the state of Washington and about 7 percent are international students. System-wide enrollment reached a record 31,607 students in fall 2019.

Associate Vice Provost for Inclusive Excellence Recently Announced

Dr. Lisa Guerrero was recently named associate vice provost for inclusive excellence. Guerrero has been an active advocate for diversity and inclusion since joining the WSU faculty in 2004. She is currently a professor of Comparative Ethnic Studies in WSU’s School of Languages, Cultures, and Race. She will maintain her faculty position, while serving as associate vice provost in a half-time appointment.

Dr. Guerrero will provide leadership to academic affairs in implementing WSU’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. She will help to identify and implement best practices and evidence-based approaches in faculty hiring, tenure and promotion, research support, faculty retention, teaching and mentoring, and curriculum planning. One of her first areas of responsibility will be to oversee the Racism and Social Inequality in the Americas faculty cluster hire program for Fall 2021.

Representative Affinity Groups

Representative affinity groups within the Washington State University system include the following:

WSU Resources and Offices

WSU Human Resource Services supports a climate of integrity and equity that actively reflects open, respectful dialog. Additional resources are available on the Human Resource Services website.

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