Position Function:
The Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Entomology, and Plant Pathology at Mississippi State University seeks to fill a 9-month tenure-track, assistant professor position in nematology based on the main campus in Starkville. This position has an anticipated 75% research and 25% teaching appointment.
Salary Grade: UC
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Department Profile:
The Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Entomology and Plant Pathology pursues an academic research and service mission within the traditions of Land-Grant Universities. The Department offers B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees and currently advises approximately 500 undergraduate and 50 graduate students.
Area of Specialization:
Nematology
Anticipated Appointment Date:
January 1, 2023.
Tenure Track Status:
Yes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to develop a multidisciplinary, nationally/internationally recognized, and extramurally-funded research program that uses both field and laboratory-based approaches to address applied research topics that synergize with existing departmental strengths in plant systems (www.biochemistry.msstate.edu/mission.php). Research may focus on any aspect of nematode biology relevant to regional agricultural and specialty crops, including turfgrass. Candidates focused on plant-parasitic nematodes, nematode parasites of invertebrates, or who use nematodes as models in plant health related areas, such as rhizosphere/rhizoplane ecology, endophytic relationships, spatial epidemiology or water quality indicators will be considered.
Collaboration with other researchers and Extension Service colleagues both on- and off-campus is expected. The successful applicant will have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, teaching foundation courses in plant pathology as well as advanced courses relevant to their area of expertise and serving on graduate student committees. The development of on-line courses is encouraged. Candidates with the ability to develop nematology-based courses to attract and reach broader audiences outside the agricultural community would be highly considered. Teaching a laboratory class in plant-parasitic nematodes is required. The successful candidate is expected to be an interactive member of the faculty as well as contribute to relevant scientific/professional societies.
Minimum Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in plant pathology or a related field and demonstrated experience working on nematode diseases of plants is required, as are demonstrated scholarly productivity and excellence in written and oral communication.
ABDs or degree pending considered (all but DISS):
Yes.
Preferred Qualifications:
Exceptional ABD candidates may be considered, but preference will be given to applicants with post-doctoral experience. Candidates with teaching experience, evidence of multidisciplinary collaborations, experience integrating basic and applied research, a record of leadership and service, and the ability to secure extramural funding will be given priority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Mississippi State University (www.msstate.edu) is a public, land-grant university whose mission is to provide access and opportunity to students from all sectors of the state's diverse population, as well as other states and countries, through excellence in teaching, research, and service. Candidates must be supportive of this mission and commit to Mississippi State University’s core values of diversity, citizenship, leadership, and service. The Carnegie Foundation designates Mississippi State University as a Doctoral/Extensive institution for the Advancement of Teaching, and The Chronicle of Higher Education has designated the university as a “Great College to Work For” (www.chronicle.com/interactives/greatcolleges18).
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applications must be submitted through the MSU employment portal at https://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu. Completed applications will include: the Personal Data Information Form (available online) as well as a current curriculum vitae, transcripts, statements of research interests and teaching philosophy, copies of up to five relevant publications and contact information for at least three references. References will not be contacted before a candidate is selected to interview. Review of applications will begin on October 31, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions or requests for further information may be routed to Ms. Kathy Breland (KBreland@entomology.msstate.edu).
Any social security numbers included on requested transcripts should be redacted prior to submitting online.
Screening Date:
August 3, 2022 until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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