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D. Peterson <<a href="mailto:bpeterson@montana.edu">bpeterson@montana.edu</a>>, Robert Sites (<a href="mailto:bugs@missouri.edu">bugs@missouri.edu</a>) <<a href="mailto:bugs@missouri.edu">bugs@missouri.edu</a>>, Russell Groves <<a href="mailto:rgroves@wisc.edu">rgroves@wisc.edu</a>>, S. Kristin Braman <<a href="mailto:kbraman@uga.edu">kbraman@uga.edu</a>>, Scott Miller <<a href="mailto:snmiller@uwyo.edu">snmiller@uwyo.edu</a>>, Short,Andrew <<a href="mailto:andrew.short@ufl.edu">andrew.short@ufl.edu</a>>, Silvia Rondon <<a href="mailto:Silvia.Rondon@oregonstate.edu">Silvia.Rondon@oregonstate.edu</a>>, Stephen M. 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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span>From:</span></b><span> Burrack, Hannah <<a href="mailto:burrackh@msu.edu" target="_blank">burrackh@msu.edu</a>>
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<b>Sent:</b> Wednesday, October 25, 2023 8:28 AM<br>
<b>Subject:</b> MSU Arthropod Diagnostician - Apply Now!<u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">Academic Specialist – Arthropod Diagnostician
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<p style="margin:0in"><span><span class="m_-14363408952852602h2"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:white;background:#17453a">Position
</span></b></span></span><span class="m_-14363408952852602h2"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:white;background:#17453a">Summary</span></b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The<span style="letter-spacing:-.3pt">
</span>Department<span style="letter-spacing:-.3pt"> </span>of<span style="letter-spacing:-.3pt">
</span>Plant,<span style="letter-spacing:-.3pt"> </span>Soil<span style="letter-spacing:-.3pt">
</span>and<span style="letter-spacing:-.35pt"> </span>Microbial<span style="letter-spacing:-.3pt">
</span>(PSM)<span style="letter-spacing:-.35pt"> </span>Sciences<span style="color:#424242;letter-spacing:-.5pt">
</span><span style="letter-spacing:-.05pt">and The Department of Entomology </span>
at<span style="letter-spacing:.2pt"> </span><span style="letter-spacing:-.05pt">Michigan</span><span style="letter-spacing:.2pt">
</span>State<span style="letter-spacing:.25pt"> </span><span style="letter-spacing:-.05pt">University</span><span style="letter-spacing:.2pt">
</span><span style="letter-spacing:-.05pt">invite</span><span style="letter-spacing:.2pt">
</span><span style="letter-spacing:-.05pt">applications</span><span style="letter-spacing:1.4pt">
</span><span style="letter-spacing:-.05pt">for</span><span style="letter-spacing:.45pt">
</span>a<span style="letter-spacing:.5pt"> </span><span style="letter-spacing:-.05pt">full‐time,</span><span style="letter-spacing:.45pt"> 12-month
</span><span style="letter-spacing:-.05pt">fixed-term Academic Specialist - Outreach
</span><span style="letter-spacing:.5pt">with a 25% teaching and 75% extension. </span>
<span class="m_-14363408952852602normaltextrun">The position start date is anticipated to be March 1, 2024. </span><span class="m_-14363408952852602eop"> </span>The Michigan State University’s Plant & Pest Diagnostics lab (MSU PPD) provides high-quality, timely client-oriented services related to
plant health and pest-related problems. Lab staff have expertise in plant pathology, nematology, weed science, abiotic factors that affect plant health, as well as entomology, and work as a team on diagnostic samples. As the North Central regional center
of the National Plant Diagnostic Network (NPDN), laboratory staff also connect nationally with other diagnosticians to serve on committees, share protocols and expertise, and continue professional development. Finally, diagnosticians support research programs,
teach undergraduate courses, and support the broader academic mission. MSU seeks an individual with strong entomology and outreach experience to work effectively and collaboratively with the PPD team.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><span class="m_-14363408952852602h2"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:white;background:#17453a">Qualifications</span></b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span class="m_-14363408952852602normaltextrun"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;background:white">A Masters Degree in Entomology is required.
</span></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Expertise in morphological arthropod identification. Familiarity with arthropod pest management and pesticides. Ability to work both independently and as part of a diagnostic team.
Experience in interacting with and teaching a range of diverse audiences. Evidence of excellent written and verbal communication skills. Formal and specific experience in arthropod diagnostics, including the use of molecular techniques. Demonstrated outreach
experience, e.g., writing fact sheets, delivering extension presentations, organizing and delivering training workshops, etc. Experience developing and delivering pest management recommendations. Teaching experience at the college level</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><span class="m_-14363408952852602h2"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:white;background:#17453a">Required Application Materials</span></b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><span class="m_-14363408952852602h2"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:white;background:#17453a">a)</span></b></span><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Cover letter that states how the candidate meets the requirements
of this position<span class="m_-14363408952852602normaltextrun"><span style="color:black;background:white"> (2-page maximum). b)
</span></span>Current curriculum vitae<span class="m_-14363408952852602normaltextrun"><span style="color:black;background:white"> c)
</span></span>A description of how you will contribute to our diversity, equity and inclusion goals (1 page maximum)<span class="m_-14363408952852602normaltextrun"><span style="color:black;background:white"> d)
</span></span>Names and contact information for 3 professional references</span><a name="m_-14363408952852602_bookmark5"><u></u><u></u></a></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:23.0pt"><span><span class="m_-14363408952852602h2"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:white;background:#17453a">To Apply</span></b></span></span><span></span><span class="m_-14363408952852602s4"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:white"> </span></b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black"><a href="http://careers.msu.edu/" target="_blank"><span style="color:black;text-decoration:none">Visit </span></a><a href="http://careers.msu.edu/" target="_blank">http://careers.msu.edu</a></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">(<span style="color:black"><a href="https://careers.msu.edu/cw/en-us/job/516605/specialist-outreachfixed-term" target="_blank">https://careers.msu.edu/cw/en-us/job/516605/specialist-outreachfixed-term</a></span>)</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#222222">Applications close:</span></b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#222222"> <span class="m_-14363408952852602close-date">November 15, 2023 </span>Eastern Daylight Time</span><u></u><u></u></h3>
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<span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black"><a href="mailto:byrnejm@msu.edu" target="_blank">byrnejm@msu.edu</a></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer, committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach
their full potential. Michigan State University Extension employment opportunities are open to eligible/qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs,
sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodations.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black">The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Hannah Burrack (she/her), Professor & Chair <u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Mobile: 919.208.7494<u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Twitter: @BurrackBugs<u></u><u></u></p>
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<a href="https://www.canr.msu.edu/ent/events/EIS-Symposium/" target="_blank">Excellence in Insect Science Symposium</a>!<u></u><u></u></span></p>
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