[Entm-researchstaff] Fwd: FW: Assistant Professor of Extension Agronomic Entomology (Montana State University)

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CC: Robert K. D. Peterson <bpeterson at montana.edu>

Forward on behalf of Dr. Peterson

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*From:* Peterson, Robert <bpeterson at montana.edu>
*Sent:* Tuesday, June 25, 2024 9:14 AM
*Subject:* Fw: Assistant Professor of Extension Agronomic Entomology
(Montana State University)

Montana State University is please to announce an opening for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor of Extension Agronomic Entomology

Assistant Professor of Extension Agronomic Entomology

Department of Plant Sciences/MSU Extension/Montana Agricultural Experiment
Station

For complete job announcement and application procedures, go to:
*https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/42138
<https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/42138>*

 Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

We seek a highly qualified and enthusiastic extension/research entomologist
to contribute to our programs. This is a full-time, tenure track renewable
fiscal year contract; 55% extension, 35% research and 10% service. The
successful candidate will develop an innovative and collaborative extension
and research program focused on agronomic entomology relevant to Montana
and the missions of the Department, College and University, and that
address MSU’s Grand Challenges
(*https://www.montana.edu/strategicplan/improvinglives.html
<https://www.montana.edu/strategicplan/improvinglives.html>*).

The successful candidate will also advise graduate students in the MS
Entomology program, as well as participate in undergraduate research
projects for the Entomology Minor. Opportunities exist to participate in
Graduate Seminars, Special Topics and guest teaching that supports the
Department and Entomology Group programs, and are encouraged.

Duties and Responsibilities:

   - Conducts extension programs in agronomic entomology across Montana,
   including communication with clientele using a variety of media. Extensive
   travel will be a part of this position.
   - Conducts research in the field of agronomic entomology with a Montana
   Agricultural Experiment Station Project.
   - Supports their research with extramural funding and publish original
   research in refereed journals and other appropriate venues. Active
   participation and service in professional entomology organizations is
   expected.
   - Active participation and service in professional entomology
   organizations.
   - Advises students in the Entomology MS and Minor programs and PSPP PhD
   programs.
   - Engage county- and reservation-based Extension faculty and create
   partnerships with professional associations, producer groups, and
   stakeholders to increase Extension’s success in efficiently identifying and
   meeting the needs of Montanans related to agroeconomic entomology.
   - Assess clientele, stakeholder and field faculty needs and develop
   resources and trainings that advance the mission of Extension.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

   1. Ph.D. in entomology or related field at time of appointment.
   2. Experience in planning, facilitating, and teaching successful
   Extension or other outreach focused educational programs.
   3. Demonstrated excellence in research and a publication record
   commensurate with career level.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

   1. Previous entomology agronomic extension and research experience.
   2. Demonstrated ability to secure extramural funding.
   3. Past record of scholarly activity in applied and/or basic
   entomological research.
   4. An existing research program that can be adapted to Montana
   Agricultural Experiment Station programs.
   5. Evidence of productive interactions with industry, agencies, and
   academic groups.
   6. Evidence of potential for successful mentoring of graduate students.
   7. Demonstrated ability to foster and support diversity, inclusivity,
   and equity.

The Successful Candidate Will:

   - Possess excellent written and oral English communications skills.
   - Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others.
   - Possess effective interpersonal skills.
   - Be committed to the Extension mission and student success.
   - Contribute successfully tThis job description should not be construed
   as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but
   a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts
   Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and
   responsibilities to this job at any time.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

   - *Must possess a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record,
   and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University
   vehicles. (If successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver’s
   license, must obtain a valid Montana driver’s license within 60 days of
   hire.)*
   - Extensive travel throughout the state to meet with constituents.o
   PSPP and Entomology Group extension, teaching, research, and service.

Physical Demands

   - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
   perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable
   accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the
   knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Screening of applications will begin on* August 1, 2024*; however,
applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool
has been established.

To apply, please upload the following documents via the MSU Jobs website at
https://jobs.montana.edu/login:

   1. A cover letter addressing interest in the position including how you
   meet each of the required and preferred qualifications.
   2. Curriculum Vita or resume.
   3. Three references.
   4. An explanation of your Extension philosophy and how your background
   prepares you to meet the needs of a combined Extension and Research
   position in Montana.
   5. A statement of how your proposed area of research will contribute to
   the MAES mission.

Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to
continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally
diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life
integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual
career couples.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act,
MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and
certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference
please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the
Demographics section of your profile.

MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can
be located on the MSU Website:
https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-hiring-onboarding/dual_career/dualcareer.html

https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/42138

Bob

Robert K. D. Peterson, Ph.D.
Professor & Department Head
Department of Land Resources & Environmental Sciences
Past President, Entomological Society of America
330 Leon Johnson Hall | Montana State University
406-994-7927 | bpeterson at montana.edu
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