Tobacco & Hemp Extension Professor

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure-eligible Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Plant and Soil Sciences, Extension Title Series, to lead county-based tobacco and hemp education and applied research. The position combines 80% extension/service and 20% research, with a 12-month appointment and July 1, 2027 start.

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in agronomy or crop science, evidence of strong written and oral communication of applied research, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in agronomy, crop science, or a closely related discipline.
• Evidence of strong written and oral communication of applied research findings.
• Experience or potential for extramural funding and extension leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead county-based educational programs for tobacco and hemp production (80% extension).
• Develop and evaluate education and applied research programs for specialty crops.
• Collaborate with faculty, industry, and agencies; supervise graduate education and committees.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Extension leadership

Education

Doctorate in agronomy or crop science

Job description

The University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure-eligible Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Plant and Soil Sciences, Extension Title Series, to lead county-based tobacco and hemp education and applied research. The position combines 80% extension/service and 20% research, with a 12-month appointment and July 1, 2027 start.

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in agronomy or crop science, evidence of strong written and oral communication of applied research, and the ability to