Assistant Professor - Invertebrate Crop Pest Scientist, Oregon State University
The Department of Crop and Soil Science at Oregon State University invites applications for a tenure-track position focused on mollusk pests. This is a 9-month, full-time position with a 75% Research and 25% Extension split. Responsibilities: The successful candidate is expected to develop a nationally recognized, externally funded program that will include innovative applied research of specific need and clientele interest in management of terrestrial mollusk pests in western Oregon crops. Novel/outside-the-box research in areas including, but not limited to, biological control, modifications of crop production practices or rotations, and RNAi are encouraged. The appointee will be expected to participate actively in graduate education, publish research findings in peer- reviewed journals, and transfer information to industry audiences through extension publications and presentations at grower meetings and field days Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Entomology, Plant Protection, Integrative Biology, Zoology or closely related field, and experience in applied research that is transferable to terrestrial cropping systems. Application: Position details available at: http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. Posting # 0016319. Submit a curriculum-vita including contact information for three references, a cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experiences have prepared you for this position, and a personal statement related to diversity and inclusion. To ensure full consideration, submit your application by November 30, 2015. Information about terrestrial mollusk pests in western Oregon crops available at: http://cropandsoil.oregonstate.edu/node/14477. For questions related to the position, contact Search Committee Chair, Prof. Sujaya Rao, at: suj...@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-9038. Oregon State University (OSU) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all activities. OSU particularly encourages applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help achieve the vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU has a practice of being responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
