Assistant Professor in Turfgrass And Managed Grasslands Weed Science

North Carolina State Of • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

The Assistant Professor in Turfgrass and Managed Grasslands Weed Science at North Carolina State University is a full-time, tenure-track position focused on developing weed management programs in turfgrass and managed grassland systems. This role encompasses extension, research, and teaching responsibilities, aiming to address practical weed management challenges and contribute to the academic community through innovative research and outreach initiatives.

Requirements

• PhD degree in a relevant discipline.
• Expertise in weed science and turfgrass management.
• Demonstrated ability in classroom teaching.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to publish peer-reviewed research in recognized journals.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with field plot research methods.
• Experience with warm- and cool-season turfgrass species.

Responsibilities

• Develop weed management programs in turfgrass and managed grassland systems.
• Conduct research addressing practical weed management challenges based on industry needs.
• Teach and co-teach courses related to turfgrass pest management.
• Advise and mentor graduate students in their academic pursuits.
• Engage in outreach educational programs for county agents and practitioners.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on integrated pest management educational programs.
• Publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Seek external funding through research grants and contracts.
• Participate in national and international research and extension collaborations.

Benefits

• Commensurate salary based on experience.
• Full-time employment with a permanent contract.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree