Assistant/Associate Professor - Weed Science - Louisiana State University : Job Details

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through My Draft Applications located on your Candidate Home page.Job Posting Title:Assistant/Associate Professor - Weed Science Position Type:Faculty Department:LSUAG PL4 - Central Region (Daniel O Stephenson IV (00000855)) Work Location:Dean Lee Administration Pay Grade:Academic Job Description:Work Location: This position will be domiciled at the Dean Lee Research and Extension Center near Alexandria, Louisiana, with statewide extension responsibilities for agronomic crop weed science programming. The faculty member will report to the Central Region Director of the LSU AgCenter.Position Description: This is a 12-month, tenure track position with a 75% extension and 25% research appointment. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a producer-focused extension and research programming focusing on weed management issues affecting agronomic field crops important to the state and region such as corn, cotton, grain sorghum, oats, peanuts, soybean, and wheat. This position is expected to develop an extension program working with advisory committees, Agriculture and Natural Resource parish agents, and agricultural industry representatives across Louisiana to identify stakeholder needs, develop programs that respond to those needs, and to access program impact on stakeholders. The position will support stakeholder visits, demonstrations, workshops, and educational meetings. The position will contribute to and disseminate LSU AgCenter recommendations through web-based content, social media, agricultural trade magazines, and traditional extension methods (newsletters, blogs, oral delivery and formal extension publications). This position will work closely with other weed science faculty to annually update the Louisiana Suggested Chemical Weed Management Guide and publish weed management extension publications.The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research program primarily focused on agronomic field crops (corn, cotton, grain sorghum, oats, peanuts, soybean, and wheat) grown in the Louisiana Atchafalaya and Red River Valleys, but is highly encouraged to implement research throughout Louisiana as needed to help develop weed management programs for Louisiana agronomic crop producers. They must interact with commodity and agricultural industry partners to identify, develop, and implement critical research projects. Collaboration with research and extension faculty within Louisiana, as well as with national experts on issues of shared interest and importance will be encouraged. Formal participation in multi-disciplinary, regional, or national research initiatives will be expected. Results of research should be published in peer-reviewed journals and other scientific/technical publications. Extramural funding to support the activities of the position should be solicited from federal and state agencies, commodity (state and national) research boards, and agricultural industries. They are expected to actively participate in graduate education by chairing graduate committees, serving on graduate committees, supervising thesis and dissertation research, and publishing results with their graduate students.Qualification Requirements: A Ph.D. in weed science or other closely related agricultural field of study is required. Documented training in weed science research and agronomic crop production practices is critical to the success of the position. Applicants should have demonstrated effective oral, written, and electronic communication skills necessary for presentations to a variety of audiences using various methods of communication. Evidence of successful grantsmanship, extension and research activity, and stakeholder interaction will be important considerations. The ability to multi-task and work in a team environment with extension and research faculty representing other disciplines is critical.Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.Date Available: Upon completion of the interview process.Application Deadline: November 10, 2024 or until a suitable candidate is identified.Application Procedure: Apply online at (or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching files containing a letter of application, curriculum vita, official university transcripts, three letters of reference and a statement describing how diversity would figure into your extension or research activities. Paper, faxed or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in lieu of attaching the reference letters online, they may be sent directly to: Dr. Daniel O Stephenson, IVRegional Director/Central RegionCoordinator Dean Lee Research StationLSU Agricultural Center8105 Tom Bowman DriveAlexandria, LA 71302Phone: 318-###-####Email: [email protected] site: www.lsuagcenter.comThe LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity EmployerAdditional Job Description:Competencies:NoneSpecial Instructions:Posting Date:September 13, 2024 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):Additional Position Information:Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment. Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.Essential Position (Y/N):About the LSU Agricultural Center:The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 on campus academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter's website at www.lsuagcenter.com. The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. The AgCenter is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences in individuals. The AgCenter is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.HCM Contact Information:Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-###-#### or emailed [email protected].