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Working title: Assistant Researcher- Field Crops Specialist Official title: ASST RESEARCHER(E05LN) Degree and area of specialization: MS Degree in Plant Pathology, Agronomy or related discipline Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience: Candidate must possess a strong foundation in the principles and concepts of plant pathology. Candidate must be familiar with working with plant pathogens and have 2-3 years of experience working in a plant pathology or closely related laboratory environment. Knowledge and experience with field-based research is desired, but not mandatory. Principal duties: 20% Conduct field, greenhouse, and laboratory research projects; oversee the training of student employees and assist with the training of graduate research assistants. 20% Design and run field-based plant variety and fungicide product evaluations, including installation of trials, maintenance of plots, collection and analysis of data, and development of final reports. 20% Update and revise UW extension booklets, fact sheets, and web pages related to disease of field crops. 15% Prepare manuscripts on research results for submission to relevant plant pathological journals. Write articles on research results for trade magazines and UW extension publications. The researcher must have effective oral and written communication skills. 15% Deliver UW Extension talks related to field crops diseases at field days, meetings and other related events. The researcher must have the ability to use modern delivery technologies to reach diverse audiences. 10% Order laboratory supplies and maintain laboratory, greenhouse, and field equipment; Oversee laboratory safety and maintain adequate levels of personal protective equipment (PPE). Other duties as directed. The researcher is supervised by a faculty member in the Department of Plant Pathology. The researcher must provide own transportation or have a valid driver's license. The researcher must be a good communicator, be self-motivated, and have a positive attitude for teamwork. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hiring. A period of evaluation will be required ************************* Appointment type: Academic Staff Department(s): CALS/PLANT PATHOLOGY Full time salary rate: *Minimum* $38,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Term: This is a renewable appointment. Appointment percent: 100% Anticipated begin date: OCTOBER 01, 2012 Number of positions: 1 TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION Application must be received by: SEPTEMBER 26, 2012 (this deadline will be extended soon) HOW TO APPLY: Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #74349 to Damon Smith Phone: 608-262-1410 1630 Linden DrFax: N/A Room 284Email:dlsmit...@wisc.edu Madison, WI 53706-1598
