Statewide Extension Agronomy Soil Fertility Specialist

New Mexico State University; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University invites applications for an Extension Agronomy/Soil Fertility Specialist, Assistant Professor (tenure-track, 12-month). The position is based at the Agricultural Science Center in Artesia, NM with statewide responsibilities and travel required.

The appointee will lead research and Extension education programs in agronomy, soil and irrigation water, focusing on agronomic cropping systems; appointment is 51% Extension and 49% Research.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (in hand by hire date) in agronomy, soil science, plant science, or related field.
• Experience in agronomic crop production and applied research is preferred.
• Experience in Cooperative Extension is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Direct leading-edge research and Extension education programs in agronomy, soil and irrigation water.
• Emphasize agronomic cropping systems.
• Appointment is 51% Extension and 49% Research; travel required; located in Artesia, NM.

Education

PhD in agronomy/soil science/plant science or related field

Job description

New Mexico State University invites applications for an Extension Agronomy/Soil Fertility Specialist, Assistant Professor (tenure-track, 12-month). The position is based at the Agricultural Science Center in Artesia, NM with statewide responsibilities and travel required.

The appointee will lead research and Extension education programs in agronomy, soil and irrigation water, focusing on agronomic cropping systems; appointment is 51% Extension and 49% Research.