Research Assistant Professor - Fargo, United States - North Dakota University System

North Dakota University System Fargo, United States

1 week ago

Description

Position Description:

The Department of Plant Pathology at North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND invites interested applicants for a Research Assistant Professor to oversee and conduct the operations of an NSF-funded project to research identifying microbial solutions for sustainable crop management.

This position is a non-tenure-faculty track, 12-month, full-time, benefited position, which is renewable annually (depending on funding). The research focus will include (1) the use of biofertilizers for the cultivation of non-legume crops (e.g.

corn) in the Dakotas using real-time data; (2) the use of technologies for effective delivery and variable monitoring of crop inputs to manage soil and plant health; (3) a liaison for the project to rural and Native American community; and (4) contribute to building multi-disciplinary research team within NDSU and with other institutions that address crop management.

The Plant Pathology Department has strong ties with other Departments / RECs at NDSU, agricultural companies, and stakeholders, which help successful applicants to establish their research program

Position expectations include:

1) support a research program in crop management; 2) address research needs related to crop management in North Dakota and the region; 3) establish collaborations with researchers in other NDSU departments and RECs, agriculture industry, stakeholders, and other institutions; 4) present and publish findings at scientific conferences; and 4) support and trains graduate and undergraduate students (as needed).

Minimum Qualifications:

D. in plant pathology, agricultural engineering, agronomy, or in a related scientific or engineering field (degree must be completed at the time of hire)

Interest and ability to develop a research program in the broad areas of crop production and management to support stakeholder needs.
Ability to mentor graduate and undergraduate students
Experience working independently and in a team to plan, develop, and execute research projects.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, especially to communicate research with the scientific community, stakeholders, and the public.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience in conducting laboratory, greenhouse, and field research, and presenting and publishing findings from their research through different outlets.
Understanding of Midwestern farming systems, including tools and technology (such as UAS, and farming equipment)
Experience in preparing research proposals and mentoring students.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience

Application Deadline:
For full consideration, all application materials must be received by January 31, 2024.

Documents to submit include:

An application letter that describes your interests relative to the position and how the position requirements are met.
Curriculum vitae.
Names and contact information for three references.
Candidate's research philosophy and vision

Please direct questions about the position to Dr. Febina Mathew at

Benefits:
NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university - with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire

Other benefits include:
wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay

Optional benefits include:
supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

About Us:
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university.

We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border.

Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C.

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EO/AA Statement:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Diversity Statement:
NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university.

We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another.

NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation.

Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.

Veteran's Preference Notice:
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at or

Land Acknowledgement

We collectively acknowledge that NDSU, a land grant institution, on the traditional lands of the Oceti Sakowin (Dakota, Lakota, Nakoda) and Anishinaabe Peoples in addition to many diverse Indigenous Peoples still connected to these lands.

We honor with gratitude Mother Earth and the Indigenous Peoples who have walked with her throughout generations.

We will continue to learn how to live in unity with Mother Earth and build strong, mutually beneficial, trusting relationships with Indigenous Peoples of our region.

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