Assistant Professor/NE Regional Extension Agronomist
Job no: 516194
Position type: Academic / Faculty - 12 month
Location: Other
Division/Equivalent: 3670010010 Ag Deans Office & Dir AES
School/Unit: 3670010230 Northeast Regional Ext Office
Categories: Agriculture, Education / Instructional, Research / Scientific / Grants, Extension Agent / Educator, Crop Production, Agronomy, Plant Sciences
About This Role: |
The Eastern Kansas Research and Extension Centers at Kansas State University is seeking an Assistant Professor/Extension Agronomist to lead an active and innovative extension education and applied research program to support counties in the Northeast region of Kansas, focusing on agronomic crop production and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of Extension specialists and research scientists. Tenure home for this position will be in the Department of Agronomy. The deployed Extension and applied research program should be responsive to the issues and needs of the people of Northeast Kansas and Kansas State Research and Extension (KSRE) Agriculture Extension Agents. The successful candidate will investigate cropping systems for the region, collaborate with other subject matter disciplines at the regional and state level, and meet expectations of extension-related scholarship and applied research. The candidate filling this position is responsible for providing leadership for Extension educational programs in field crops, precision agriculture tools/techniques, soils, and weed management in Northeast Kansas. The Extension role includes an ability to plan, design, implement, evaluate, and market Extension educational programs. The primary crops produced in the area include corn, soybean, sorghum (grain and forage), and wheat. The person selected for the position will provide leadership for Extension agents in Northeast Kansas providing programming in agronomy and cropping systems. Additionally, the successful candidate will provide mentorship and in-service training opportunities for local unit Extension agents across this region that includes 31 counties. Extension scholarship includes development of traditional extension publications and bulletins; interaction with Extension and research colleagues; and communication with clientele via public meetings/conferences, web sites, social media, and other electronic means. Development of a nationally recognized and extramurally funded Extension and applied research program that complements the Extension educational goals and objectives of KSRE is an expectation of the position. While the emphasis of the program should be on issues relevant to Northeast Kansas, there is an expectation that some of the programming will have a state, regional, national and/or international impact and will provide an innovative vision for agriculture in Kansas. |
Why Join Us: |
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits |
We Support Diversity and Inclusion: |
Kansas State University embraces diversity and promotes inclusion. The University actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community. |
Worksite Options: |
This position is eligible for remote worksite. Work is performed fully in a remote capacity. An employee who is working remotely must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. |
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How to Apply: |
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Screening of Applications Begins: |
Screening will begin December 1, 2023 and continues until position is filled. For inquiries, please contact Dr. Dorivar Ruiz Diaz at ruizdiaz@ksu.edu or Robert Weaber at bweaber@ksu.edu |
Equal Employment Opportunity: |
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. |
Background Screening Statement: |
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee. |
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