Assistant Professor of Plant Pathology

Position Summary

Lincoln University of Missouri of is seeking highly motivated, creative individuals to apply for an Assistant Professor position of Plant Pathology to develop a high-impact, nationally recognized research and extension program that addresses the critical and emergent issues of plant disease control.

This is a 12-month, non-tenure track, full benefit-eligible faculty position with responsibilities of approximately 75% research and 25% extension.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Develop a multi-disciplinary research and extension program with an emphasis on organic production, IPM, and emergent plant disease control.
• Conduct innovative laboratory and field research and outreach activities.
• Write grant proposals for extramural, competitive funding to support plant research and extension programs.
• Publish research and findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Collaborate with faculty, farm employees, extension educators, producers, and industry partners.
• Contribute to relevant professional societies.
• May be required to teach courses relevant to expertise, supervise graduate students, provide department, college and university service.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated abilities to conduct research and extension activities, publish research articles, and secure funding through grant proposal.
• Expertise and experience in field demonstration and workshop management are highly desirable.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with organic production regulations, standard operation procedures.
• Willingness and ability to work in a team-oriented environment with a diverse group of faculties.

Education and Experience

• Ph.D. in plant pathology or a closely related field is required.
• Experience of postdoctoral research and teaching is preferred.
• Background in experimental design, data management, and statistical analysis is highly desirable.

Lincoln University is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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