Assistant Professor, Sorghum Breeding and Genetics
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Manhattan, Kansas
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On-site requirement
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Assistant Professor, Sorghum Breeding and Genetics
12-month, tenure track position, 80% Research, 20% Teaching
Position #W0007443
Location: Department of Agronomy, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506-5501
The Agronomy Department at Kansas State University is seeking an Assistant Professor to develop an innovative research and teaching program in sorghum breeding and genetics to address objectives that enhance the productivity, sustainability, and profitability of sorghum production in Kansas and the Great Plains. Responsibilities include leading a breeding program to develop and release new sorghum germplasm, parent lines, and hybrids. Areas of innovation could include germplasm characterization, application of functional genomics, statistical genetics, and applied molecular breeding approaches to sorghum breeding. Specific research targets may include abiotic and biotic constraints to production and pursuit of improvement for productivity and profitability. The presence of a large and diverse community of sorghum researchers with the KSU Center for Sorghum Improvement and USDA-CGAHR provides ample opportunity for cross-disciplinary collaboration. The incumbent is expected to develop an externally funded research program including the training of graduate students, peer-reviewed publication of research results, and promoting collegiality within the KSU and broader communities. Responsibilities include teaching courses in plant breeding/genetics, and the development of commercially relevant improvements in sorghum through public-private collaborations. The candidate must be able to work in a multicultural setting and create an environment that fosters collegiality, diversity, and teamwork. |
Instructor/Teaching Assistant Professor
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Manhattan, Kansas
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On-site requirement
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The Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources is seeking a creative, innovative Instructor or Teaching Assistant Professor to teach courses and advise students in our undergraduate Park Management and Conservation (PMC) major. |
Fellow (Post Doc)
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Manhattan, Kansas
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On-site requirement
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The Agronomy Department at Kansas State University is looking for a Fellow (Post Doc). The successful candidate will analyze and assess the spatial distribution of CRP in Kansas and the Great Plains. Analyze the potential soil carbon sequestration linked with soil type, climate, and yield potential. Determine the vulnerability of conversion to cultivated agriculture and synergy with adjacent grasslands with critical wildlife habitat. The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting research and drafting publications for technical reports, and scientific journals. The successful applicant will work in an interdisciplinary team involving ecologists, soil scientists, and modelers. |