Applied Crop Agronomy Lead (Extension & Research)

OSU Rec Sports - Sport. Leadership. Wellness.; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hermiston Agricultural Research & Extension Center (HAREC), part of Oregon State University, invites applications for a full-time, 12-month fixed-term Assistant Professor (Practice) in field crop agronomy, focusing on soil health, plant nutrition, and irrigation management. The position is based in Hermiston, Oregon with an academic home in the Department of Crop and Soil Science.

The appointee will develop an Extension and applied research program addressing soil, nutrient, and irrigation

Qualifications

• PhD in agronomy, soil science, or closely related field.
• Excellence in extension teaching and informal education delivery.
• Knowledge in soil, nutrient and/or irrigation management.
• Applied research skills in crop production; able to independently conduct and manage field operations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with broad and diverse audiences.
• Possess or obtain Oregon Department of Agriculture Pesticide Consultant License within six months.
• Commitment to inclusive learning environments.
• Collaborate and cooperate effectively within a team.
• Serve constituents from diverse backgrounds and with different life experiences.

Responsibilities

• Extension teaching and related assignments
• Applied research
• Scholarly outcomes
• Service

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Diverse audiences understanding

Extension teaching

Research program development

Education

PhD in agronomy/soil science

Job description

The Hermiston Agricultural Research & Extension Center (HAREC), part of Oregon State University, invites applications for a full-time, 12-month fixed-term Assistant Professor (Practice) in field crop agronomy, focusing on soil health, plant nutrition, and irrigation management. The position is based in Hermiston, Oregon with an academic home in the Department of Crop and Soil Science.

The appointee will develop an Extension and applied research program addressing soil, nutrient, and irrigation