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Assistant Professor of Plant Pathology – Host/Pathogen Interactions
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| Institution | South Dakota State University |
| Working Title | Assistant Professor of Plant Pathology – Host/Pathogen Interactions |
| Posting Number | F01099P |
| Department | SDSU-Agronomy, Horticulture & Plant Science |
| Physical Location of Position (City) | Brookings |
| Posting Text | The Department of Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science at South Dakota State University invites applications to fill a nine-month, full-time, benefit eligible, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Plant Pathology position with teaching (20%) and research (80%) responsibilities. This position is supervised by the department head of Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science and is open until filled. South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access. RESPONSIBILITIES: The incumbent will develop a nationally and internationally recognized collaborative research program focused on the impact of abiotic stress factors on the plant ‘s resilience, the pathogens’ make-up, and their interaction to address the impact of climate change in South Dakota’s variable climate growing areas and in the region. The successful applicant will teach an undergraduate course(s) in disease management of field crops. Undergraduate and graduate student mentoring is expected. In addition to maintaining an active research and teaching program, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in service activities, interact and collaborate with colleagues, and generally contribute to the numerous missions of the department. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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BENEFITS: South Dakota State University offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Position is open until filled with full consideration given to applications received by 1 January 2023. APPLICATION PROCESS: SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu , search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, Curriculum Vitae, most recent transcripts, and a reference page with the contact information for four professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is university policy to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. |
| Posting Date | 10/21/2022 |
| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| First Consideration Date | 01/01/2023 |
| Advertised Salary | Commensurate with Experience |
| Duration of the Term | 9 months |
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| Appointment Percent | 100 |
| Tenure Status | Tenure Track |
| Proposed Rank | Assistant Professor |
| Work Hours | Variable |
| Typical Hours Worked Per Week | 40-50 hrs/week |
| Appointment Type | Regular |
| Scope of Search | External (includes Internal) |
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| Department Description and Cultural Expectations | South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs, an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students, and over $60 million annual research expenditures. South Dakota State University offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world. Its employees embrace the university’s core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity of thought, and excellence through continuous improvement. The Department of Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science includes over 40 faculty whose expertise spans the fields of Agronomy, Entomology, Genetics, Horticulture, Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Precision Agriculture, Seed Science, Soil Science, and Weed Science. The Department has a robust research program that consistently ranks at the top of departments at SDSU. Discovery and dissemination of science-based knowledge are core missions of the department. Our faculty Extension Specialists and Field Specialists provide an effective structure for meeting this mission. In academic programs, the department provides nationally competitive training for undergraduate students leading to B.S. degrees in Agronomy, Horticulture and Precision Agriculture. Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science also offers a strong graduate training environment leading to M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Plant Science and Biological Sciences. As the state’s 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of the university is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, Aberdeen and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota. Jackrabbits Athletics competes as a NCAA Division I member, with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League and the Big XII for wrestling. Brookings is home to approximately 26,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Livability.com rates Brookings as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees. It considers Brookings among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota. The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state’s highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school and a high school. The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival. |
| Equal Employment Opportunity Statement | South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128. |
| Contact Information | Dr. Kristopher Osterloh, Search Chair, Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science Department, SDSU, Box 2108, Brookings, SD 57007, (605) 688-4600 or Kristopher.Osterloh@sdstate.edu. |
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