Lead Wheat Breeding & Genetics Scientist (Tenure-Track)

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK invites applications for an 11-month, tenure-track faculty position in Wheat Breeding and Genetics. The appointee will lead the OSU wheat breeding program and guide the Wheat Improvement Team to develop high-yielding, end-use quality wheat varieties tailored to the Great Plains.

The successful candidate will integrate classical breeding with genomic selection, high-throughput phenotyping, and emerging AI-enabled digital breeding tools, while securing

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Agronomy, Crop Science, or a closely related field.
• Documented expertise in field-based plant breeding and genetics.
• Demonstrated ability to secure extramural funding and publish peer-reviewed research.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the OSU wheat breeding program and manage germplasm development and variety releases.
• Collaborate with Wheat Improvement Team and interinstitutional partners.
• Secure external funding from federal agencies, state groups, and industry partners.
• Disseminate findings in peer-reviewed journals and engage with stakeholders.

Skills

Field-based plant breeding and genomcs

Extramural funding acquisition

Publish peer-reviewed research

Communication and interpersonal skills

Leadership of cross-disciplinary teams

Education

Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field

Job description

Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK invites applications for an 11-month, tenure-track faculty position in Wheat Breeding and Genetics. The appointee will lead the OSU wheat breeding program and guide the Wheat Improvement Team to develop high-yielding, end-use quality wheat varieties tailored to the Great Plains.

The successful candidate will integrate classical breeding with genomic selection, high-throughput phenotyping, and emerging AI-enabled digital breeding tools, while securing