Date of posting here January 29, 2008 Type of position Research Associate II position in the area of Weed Science- Horticultural crops and Invasive Weed Management. This position is currently funded for three years with potential renewal contingent upon the acquisition of additional funds and satisfactory progression of the successful candidate. Employer University of Tennessee Plant Sciences Location Knoxville, TN Salary Commensurate with training and experience Benefits Retirement, sick and annual leave, group health, life and accident insurance. The individual selected for this position may also pursue an advanced degree in Plant Sciences. Closing date of competition Screening of applicants will begin March 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled Date position available March 1, 2008 Description of duties Basic duties of this position will be to assist with the design, analysis, interpretation, execution and communication of experiments in the area of weed control in horticultural crops with a specific focus on invasive weed management in all crop and non-crop environments throughout the state of Tennessee. Specific responsibilities will include implementation and management of experimental field, greenhouse, and/or laboratory research. Weed research will include a variety of methodologies centered on various registered and experimental synthetic herbicides, organic herbicides, and various mechanical control techniques. The successful candidate will supervise and train student assistants in completing outlined research. All field, laboratory, and greenhouse experiments may require physical activity including some lifting, work in extreme temperature environments, and work around radiolabeled chemistry or chemistry of unknown toxicology. The successful candidate must be willing to travel across the state and regionally for research and associated technical meetings. Qualifications sought M.S. degree in Weed Science, Agronomy, Horticulture, or other related discipline or a B.S. degree with a minimum of 2 years experience in agriculture research is required. Strong written and oral communication skills along with the ability to work with others in a team oriented environment are a must. Training in all aspects of the design and implementation of small plot research is essential. Experience with general crop production, hydroponics, growth chamber methodology, and experience with radiolabeled herbicide research is highly desirable. Detailed experience with multiple computer systems, especially those pertaining to web based design, is highly desirable. Evidence of supervisory experience is also considered desirable. Contact for additional information Dr. Greg R. Armel Department of Plant Sciences 252 Plant Sciences Building 2431 Joe Johnson Drive Knoxville, TN 37996-4561 (865) 974-8829 garmel@utk.edu Application procedure   Submit what Cover letter, resume, and complete contact information for three references Submit to Dr. Greg R. Armel Department of Plant Sciences 252 Plant Sciences Building 2431 Joe Johnson Drive Knoxville, TN 37996-4561 (865) 974-8829 garmel@utk.edu Additional Information The University of Tennessee, Knoxville does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status in provision of educational programs and services or employment opportunities and benefits. This policy extends to both employment by and admission to the University. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex or disability in its education programs and activities pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Inquiries and charges of violation concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, ADA or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) or any of the other above referenced policies should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498 (TTY available). Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Human Resources Management, 600 Henley Street Knoxville, TN 37996-4125.