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Iowa State University
Assistant Professor / Agronomy
Job Location: Ames, IA
Department:
Agronomy / 080141
Shift:
Tenure Track, Full Time, 9 Months
Proposed Start Date:
January 1, 2009
Job Description:
The Department of Agronomy seeks an outstanding early career scientist for a faculty position in mathematical modeling of yield and biomass production in agro-ecosystems. This position will be at least 60% research and 25% teaching with the remainder of the appointment negotiable. Iowa State University especially seeks candidates who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and outreach.
The successful candidate will make original contributions addressing the knowledge gap between potential and actual yield and biomass production, as well as catalyze interdisciplinary research programs with faculty working in crop, soil, and climate sciences. The successful candidate should have theoretical and applied interests in understanding the biotic and abiotic factors that impact crop productivity. Research could include ways to improve the light, water, and nutrient use efficiency of cereals, pulses, oilseed crops, and species grown for forage and biomass energy production. Mathematical modeling crop production systems in the context of biomass energy production, environmental sustainability, and conservation of natural resources would be a priority in research and teaching. Opportunities exist for collaboration in: (1) genotype-environment interactions (identifying plant characteristics for optimum performance across spatially variable soils and landscapes); (2) plant-plant interactions (productivity of intercropping systems, pasture mixtures, crop-weed competition); and (3) plant-pest interactions (plant responses to phytopathogens and herbivorous insects). The appointee will be expected to attract extramural funding, and publish research in peer-reviewed journals.
Teaching responsibilities will initially include one, lower-level, undergraduate course in quantitative skills for agronomists each year; one, upper-level, undergraduate/graduate course in biological and ecological modeling taught every other year; advising of undergraduate students; and directing undergraduate research projects. Supervision and advising of graduate students, participation in curriculum development, outreach programs, and performance of university service are also expected.
Iowa State University is one of the country's leading agricultural research universities and is in one of the top agricultural states in the U.S. Located in the city of Ames, ISU is in the heartland of U.S. culture and agriculture. Ames has abundant recreational and entertainment opportunities and an outstanding school system. This faculty position affords significant opportunities for the development of strong interdisciplinary research teams with departmental faculty, allied departments on the ISU campus, research organizations such as the USDA-ARS, and other state and national partners.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in agronomy, ecology, or related sciences; experience in mathematical modeling and plant physiological ecology; experience that demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills; and demonstrated proficiency in teaching.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience collaborating with faculty in complementary fields and interact with relevant components of Iowa agricultural industries/NGOs. Postdoctoral experience in crop physiology, ecology, or ecosystem modeling. Demonstrated knowledge of soil-plant-atmosphere interactions. Experience in teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level.
Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications
To ensure consideration, submit application by:
05/30/2008
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Iowa State University
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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