Job Information
Washington State University Research Assistant Professor - Career in Pullman, Washington
Research Assistant Professor - Career
Available Title(s):
157-NN_FACULTY - Research Professor - Career
Business Title:
Research Assistant Professor - Career
Employee Type:
Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
12 Month
Position Details:
Summary of Duties:
The successful candidate will continue research that emphasizes pollinator best management practices for managed species. Research goals should focus on IPM designed to reduce Pollinator stresses based on stakeholder needs.
Programs must be based on stakeholder needs and must effectively integrate research to be consistent with the mission of the college, CAHNRS, and the WSU Department of Entomology.
The successful candidate must acquire competitive extramural funding from state, regional, and national agencies and the agricultural industry to support a comprehensive research program. The incumbent will disseminate information by publishing results in appropriate peer-reviewed journals, delivering presentations at scientific conferences and industry/grower meetings, and using the internet and other modern communication platforms. This person is expected to work collaboratively with other researchers, Extension professionals, private crop consultants, the grower community, and stakeholders.
Required Qualifications:
• By the date of hire, earned Ph.D. in entomology or a closely related field, with depth in the discipline and ability to address the breadth of honey-bee and pollinator management issues relevant to agriculturally important crops in Washington.
• Demonstrated record of accomplishments in research commensurate with career level.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with technical audiences in oral and written forms;
• Record of competitive grant success commensurate with career level;
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art techniques applicable to honey bee and pollinator health and management research;
• Demonstrated knowledge of pollinator health applied research, integrated pest management (IPM), and sustainable agricultural systems;
• Demonstrated record of stakeholder-driven research
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies.
Additional Information:
Area/College:
https://cahnrs.wsu.edu
Department Name:
Department of Entomology
City, State, Zip:
Pullman, WA 99164 OR Wenatchee, WA 99801
Department Link:
https://entomology.wsu.edu/
Annual Salary:
$80,000.00 - $90,000.00
In accordance with https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement