| Type of position | This is a full-time, 12-month tenure track position with a 70% research and 30% teaching appointment. |
| Employer | LSU AgCenter |
| Description of Employer | 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. |
| Location | Baton Rouge, LA |
| Description of Location | School of Plant Environmental and Soil Sciences Madison B. Sturgis (New Agronomy Bldg) |
| Salary | Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. |
| 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 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. |
| Closing date of competition | June 17, 2023 or until a suitable candidate is identified. |
| Date position available | Upon completion of the selection process. |
| Description of duties |
Candidates are sought with the vision and expertise to develop and lead an innovative research program that advances integrated weed management and incorporates state-of-the art weed management technologies The candidate must communicate with commodity and agricultural industry partners to identify, develop, and implement critical research projects. The selected candidate is expected to obtain extramural funding to support research, mentor graduate students, communicate research results at professional meetings, and publish in refereed journals. Collaboration with research and extension faculty in Louisiana, and with national experts on issues of shared interest and importance is expected. Participation in multi-disciplinary, regional, and national research initiatives is essential. The candidate will mentor graduate students and post-doctoral scientists in weed science; participate in undergraduate advising and recruiting activities, and contribute to graduate and undergraduate teaching of weed science and crop production courses. The candidate will also be expected to participate in departmental and college activities including serving on academic committees. |
| Qualifications sought |
A Ph.D. in Weed Science or other closely related field of study is required. Good interpersonal skills and leadership abilities are required for working effectively with diverse professional and public audiences and cooperators. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) with diverse audiences including scientific peers, clientele, and agribusiness representatives. Development of scholarly (peer-refereed) articles and educational curricula/programs for appropriate publications/journals and other outlets, including LSU AgCenter Extension publications, is required for professional development. Evidence of successful grantsmanship, research activity, stakeholder interaction, and teaching experience will be important considerations. The ability to multi-task and work in a team environment with research, teaching, and extension faculty representing other disciplines is critical. |
| Contact for additional information | Dr. Stephen Harrison – Search Committee Chairman
104 M. B. Sturgis Hall LSU School of Plant, Environmental, and Soil Sciences Baton Rouge, LA 70803 Phone: 225-578-1308 Email: [email protected] |
| Application procedure | |
| Submit what | Qualified candidates must apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching a cover letter, current CV, a statement of professional interest and goals, official university transcripts, three letters of reference, and a statement describing how diversity would be integrated into your research, teaching, and outreach activities. |
| Submit to | Qualified candidates must apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU. Paper, faxed or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except in lieu of attaching the reference letters online, they may be sent directly to:
Dr. Stephen Harrison – Search Committee Chairman 104 M. B. Sturgis Hall LSU School of Plant, Environmental, and Soil Sciences Baton Rouge, LA 70803 Phone: 225-578-1308 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lsuagcenter.com |
| Additional Information | The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The AgCenter is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences in individuals. To learn more, visit The AgCenter’s Diversity, Inclusion and Opportunity site. |
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