Weed Science & IPM Research Leader — Semi-Arid West

Southern Weed Science Society; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University’s AES seeks a 12-month Associate/Professor to lead an innovative weed science program at the Clovis Agricultural Science Center in Clovis, NM. The successful candidate will devote 90% of effort to research and 10% to teaching, with potential leadership as Research Coordinator for the center.

The role emphasizes collaborative research across departments, engagement with CES and CESFAS, graduate education, and dissemination of findings through publications and outreach

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Weed Science, Agronomy, or related plant science field.
• Post-graduate experience in field research.
• Proven record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Develop an innovative, applied weed science research program related to integrated pest management in semiarid western regions.
• Contribute to graduate education through recruitment, mentorship, and service on graduate committees.
• Disseminate research findings via publications and presentations at regional, national, and international meetings.
• Engage stakeholders through outreach activities such as field days, workshops, and extension publications.
• Pursue competitive grant funding and build collaborative, interdisciplinary research partnerships.

Job description

New Mexico State University’s AES seeks a 12-month Associate/Professor to lead an innovative weed science program at the Clovis Agricultural Science Center in Clovis, NM. The successful candidate will devote 90% of effort to research and 10% to teaching, with potential leadership as Research Coordinator for the center.

The role emphasizes collaborative research across departments, engagement with CES and CESFAS, graduate education, and dissemination of findings through publications and outreach