Assistant Professor, Potato & Sugarbeet Disease Research

The American Phytopathological Society (APS); Fargo (ND); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health insurance

Retirement contributions 7.5%–12.26%

Tuition waivers (employees)

10 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

North Dakota State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Plant Pathology, Microbiology, and Biotechnology. The role emphasizes building a distinguished research program on potato and sugarbeet diseases, with teaching and service duties across the department and college.

The successful candidate will collaborate with diverse scientists, mentor graduate students, and engage with public and private stakeholders to advance potato pathology

Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in plant pathology or closely related field at hire.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct and publish in high-quality journals.
• Experience with applied research and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a regionally-, nationally-, and internationally-recognized research program on potato and sugarbeet diseases.
• Advise graduate students, teach aligned with expertise, and engage in stakeholder outreach.
• Contribute service to the department, college, and professional societies.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

Ph.D. in Plant Pathology

Job description

North Dakota State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Plant Pathology, Microbiology, and Biotechnology. The role emphasizes building a distinguished research program on potato and sugarbeet diseases, with teaching and service duties across the department and college.

The successful candidate will collaborate with diverse scientists, mentor graduate students, and engage with public and private stakeholders to advance potato pathology