POSITION TITLE:

Weed Scientist - Assistant/Associate Professor
CLOSING DATE: May 31, 2008 or until filled.
DESCRIPTION:

This 12 month, tenure track position at the assistant/associate professor rank in the Department of Plant Sciences is 80% research and 20% teaching. Responsibilities will include weed science research to address weed biology and ecology as related to agricultural practices in North Dakota. Both field and laboratory research concerning weeds and their interaction with agricultural and natural environments is expected. The selected individual will teach courses in weed biology/ecology and weed identification. The person in this position will have the opportunity to study cropping systems, the interaction of weeds within both natural and artificial environments, and/or organic weed control. They are expected to advise graduate and undergraduate students, interact with commodity groups, and participate in university activities. They are also expected to train students in practical methods of weed biology and ecology research.

Field, laboratory, and greenhouse facilities and equipment are available along with technical support. Cooperation with other weed scientists and other scientists in the college is expected.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Assistant Professor
 
  • Ph.D. in weed science or a related plant science discipline
  • Demonstrated experience in practical field and lab research involving weed biology and/or ecology
  • Familiarity with statistical analysis
  • Superior written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work as a team member
  Associate Professor
 
  • In addition to the qualifications listed above, significant experience/accomplishments in ones area of expertise are required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • University teaching and advising experience and experience in writing grant applications.
RANK, SALARY & BENEFITS:

Commensurate with training and experience; employer participating TIAA and CREF retirement; Social Security; paid annual and sick leave; paid disability, group health, and life insurance.

TO APPLY:

Screening of applications begins immediately after the closing date and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. For full consideration, candidates must submit the following materials by the closing date to the address below:

1. A letter of application discussing how the stated qualifications are met.
2. A detailed resume.
3. Official academic transcripts from all institutions attended.
4. Statement of teaching philosophy.
5. Arrange to have three current letters of reference sent to:

Dr. Rodney G. Lym, Chair of Search Committee
Department of Plant Sciences
North Dakota State University
P.O. Box 5051
Fargo, ND 58105

Phone: 701-231-8996
FAX: 701-231-8474
Email: Rod.Lym@ndsu.edu

NDSU is an Equal Opportunity Institution. Women and traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

THE UNIVERSITY

North Dakota State University is enjoying a remarkable period of growth and success. Located on the state’s eastern border in Fargo, North Dakota’s largest city, NDSU is the state’s Morrill Act land-grant institution.

Recognized as an engaged university and considered a leader among its peers, NDSU has set enrollment records for seven years in a row. With more than 12,500 students, NDSU encompasses a broad spectrum of curricular offerings, scholarly activity and service. The university strives to be an innovator in information systems, technology transfer, economic development and lifelong learning. NDSU also is home to the state’s first full NCAA Division I athletic program.

NDSU employs more than 730 ranked faculty and lecturers, about 360 administrators, extension educators and experiment station researches and approximately 740 graduate assistants and fellows. In total, the university has more than 5,600 full-time and part-time employees across the state.

The university has a commitment to students, faculty and staff to provide an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and safe. NDSU is in the initial stages of implementing a strategic plan for diversity, equity and community to ensure the commitment. To learn more about the plan, visit http://www.ndsu.edu/diversity/documents.php.

Innovative teaching and learning are conducted in nine academic units: the Colleges of Agriculture, Food Systems and Natural Resources; Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Business; Engineering and Architecture; Human Development and Education; Pharmacy, Nursing and Allied Science; Science and Mathematics; University Studies; and the Graduate and Interdisciplinary studies. NDSU has 108 baccalaureate majors, 55 master’s degree programs, 38 doctoral degrees, eight certificate programs, three professional doctoral degrees and one specialist degree.

NDSU researchers are leading major initiatives in such areas as nanotechnology, microelectronics, polymers, food safety and materials science. In a partnership with Alien Technology Corp., NDSU’s Research and Technology Park is home to the world’s first mass scale Radio Frequency Identification tag research and production facility.

The NDSU Research and Technology Park also is expanding with the NDSU Center for Technology Enterprise, a business and technology incubator that will promote the development of new technology-based companies.

The North Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station and NDSU Extension Service are integral parts of the university.

In 2004, the university added a 75,800-square foot, five-story NDSU Downtown, providing a cutting-edge facility for art, architecture and landscape architecture students. A $10 million project renovated the century-old building to include studios, classrooms, a wood shop, digital media room, gallery and an outdoor sculpture area.

This year, the university began enlarging its presence in downtown Fargo with the groundbreaking of two more projects. Richard H. Barry Hall, formerly the Pioneer Mutual Life building, will house the College of Business and the Department of Agribusiness and Applied Economics. The work of this project includes 135,000 square feet, with a three-story classroom wing and a 250-seat auditorium.

Klai Hall, formerly the Lincoln National building, will be the new home to the Department of Architecture and Landscape Architecture. Another floor will be added to the building, and plans call for it to house the architecture and landscape architecture library, two studios, a model building shop and materials laboratory.

NDSU, which is one of two major research universities in an 11-institution state university system, is striving to substantially increase the number of international students enrolled at the undergraduate and graduate levels. NDSU also serves people across the state through continuing education and extension programs. NDSU also participates in the Tri-College University consortium with neighboring Minnesota State University Moorhead and Concordia College.

The Community

Named one of the most desirable places in the country to live by Money magazine, Fargo is quickly earning a reputation as a great place to live. Located in the rich farmlands of the Red River Valley, the Fargo-Moorhead community has many qualities that contribute to this reputation, including highly-respected educational opportunities, advanced medical technology, a progressive business community, numerous cultural and arts opportunities, a clean environment and good-hearted friendly people.

Fargo ’s revitalized downtown has gained recent national publicity through such media outlets as the Los Angeles Times, The Today Show, National Public Radio and MSN.com. The reports describe an energetic, contemporary feel to many of the downtown’s trendy restaurants, nightlife and entertainment opportunities.

With more than 175,000 people in the community and about 500,000 people in the service area, Fargo-Moorhead is among the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle and was recently named an All-American City. To learn more about what national publications are saying about the community’s quality of life, visit www.fmchamber.com/community/qualityoflife.html.


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