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Assistant Professor – Weed Science *Huntley, MT*
Description of Duties
A successful candidate will develop an applied, field-oriented research program focused on weed management strategies associated with crops and cropping systems of the region with an emphasis on irrigated row crops and cereal production. An integrated approach to developing weed control strategies while reducing the risk of developing herbicide resistance is expected.
Cooperation with MAES weed scientists, private industry, other research/extension personnel, farmers, and related commodity groups will be necessary to develop research priorities.
Opportunities exist to mentor graduate students.
-Ph. D. in weed science or related discipline at the time of hire.-Knowledge of weeds, weed biology, herbicides, and integrated weed management with a demonstrated experience in field crop production.-Expertise in planning, designing, and implementing field research and interpreting research results using accepted scientific methodology.-Demonstrated experience in communicating verbally and in. writing with scientists through peer-reviewed scientific publications-Hands-on experience applying experimental pesticides.