Assistant Professor, Extension Crop Production Specialist
Manhattan, KS
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more
information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13571898
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rAssistant Professor, Extension Crop Production Specialist
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rKansas State University
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rAbout This Role
The Extension Crop Production/Cropping Systems Specialist provides
leadership for an interdisciplinary team to develop and deliver strong
Extension and applied research programs focused primarily in row crop
production and cropping systems for Kansas and the Central Great Plains.
The Extension Crop Production/Cropping Systems Specialist is a 12-month
tenure-eligible position that provides leadership for an
interdisciplinary team to develop and deliver strong Extension and
applied research programs, with a 70% Extension and 30% Research
appointment, focused primarily on row crop production and cropping
systems for Kansas and the Central Great Plains.
The Primary Responsibilities Of This Individual Are To Develop
educational programs for a broad clientele, including farmers, crop
advisors, agri-businesses, agency personnel, and commodity groups.
Evidence of Extension scholarship includes the development and
participation in traditional educational meetings and workshops (field
days, plot tours, crop schools, and update meetings), producing
Extension publications and training materials, newsletters and news
releases, and development and contribution to appropriate websites,
social media, and other innovative information delivery methods.
The Extension Crop Production/Cropping Systems Specialist must also have
an understanding and appreciation of the role of the state and regional
specialists, and county/district extension agents in developing
successful state, area, district, and county programs that have a
positive impact. Additional interactions include colleagues in
Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Economics, Animal
Science and Industry, Entomology, and Plant Pathology on cropping
systems, soil and water management, enterprise profitability, and
utilization of grains, oilseeds, and forages.
Central to the Crop Production/Cropping Systems program is developing a
strong, grant-funded applied research program, which complements and
informs the Extension program. This includes the training of graduate
students and publication of research results. The specialist must be
able to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and contribute
to an environment that supports collegiality and teamwork.
About Us
The Department of Agronomy was established in 1906 to promote advances
in agricultural practices in the state of Kansas. Advances throughout
the history of the Department have had major impacts on transforming the
bounty of the natural resources of Kansas into the present standard of
living enjoyed by its people.
Worksite Description
This position is On-site.
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working
to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid
work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
What You\'ll Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications
strong background in crop production and cropping systems under
field conditions.
commensurate with current career level, and strong potential for
securing extramural funding.
multi-cultural environment.
en ure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and
abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program
at this level.*
Preferred Qualifications
extension team.
agronomic crops and Great Plains cropping systems.
funding.
and building relationships with producers, commodity groups, and
industry partners.
communication technologies to disseminate knowledge.
Additional Role Information
Sponsorship Eligibility
This position is eligible for sponsorship
How to Apply
Applicants should complete the application process through K-State\'s
PageUp recruiting system at
information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13571898
r
rAssistant Professor, Extension Crop Production Specialist
r
rKansas State University
r
rAbout This Role
The Extension Crop Production/Cropping Systems Specialist provides
leadership for an interdisciplinary team to develop and deliver strong
Extension and applied research programs focused primarily in row crop
production and cropping systems for Kansas and the Central Great Plains.
The Extension Crop Production/Cropping Systems Specialist is a 12-month
tenure-eligible position that provides leadership for an
interdisciplinary team to develop and deliver strong Extension and
applied research programs, with a 70% Extension and 30% Research
appointment, focused primarily on row crop production and cropping
systems for Kansas and the Central Great Plains.
The Primary Responsibilities Of This Individual Are To Develop
educational programs for a broad clientele, including farmers, crop
advisors, agri-businesses, agency personnel, and commodity groups.
Evidence of Extension scholarship includes the development and
participation in traditional educational meetings and workshops (field
days, plot tours, crop schools, and update meetings), producing
Extension publications and training materials, newsletters and news
releases, and development and contribution to appropriate websites,
social media, and other innovative information delivery methods.
The Extension Crop Production/Cropping Systems Specialist must also have
an understanding and appreciation of the role of the state and regional
specialists, and county/district extension agents in developing
successful state, area, district, and county programs that have a
positive impact. Additional interactions include colleagues in
Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Economics, Animal
Science and Industry, Entomology, and Plant Pathology on cropping
systems, soil and water management, enterprise profitability, and
utilization of grains, oilseeds, and forages.
Central to the Crop Production/Cropping Systems program is developing a
strong, grant-funded applied research program, which complements and
informs the Extension program. This includes the training of graduate
students and publication of research results. The specialist must be
able to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and contribute
to an environment that supports collegiality and teamwork.
About Us
The Department of Agronomy was established in 1906 to promote advances
in agricultural practices in the state of Kansas. Advances throughout
the history of the Department have had major impacts on transforming the
bounty of the natural resources of Kansas into the present standard of
living enjoyed by its people.
Worksite Description
This position is On-site.
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working
to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid
work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
What You\'ll Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science, or related disciplines, with a
strong background in crop production and cropping systems under
field conditions.
- Commitment to extension education at the university level.
- Excellent communication skills in written and oral English.
- Proven ability to publish research results in peer-reviewed journals
commensurate with current career level, and strong potential for
securing extramural funding.
- Committed to graduate student mentoring and teaching.
- A commitment to fostering collegiality and teamwork in a
multi-cultural environment.
- The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to
en ure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and
abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program
at this level.*
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in extension activities at the state and local level.
- Experience in leading and working as part of an interdisciplinary
extension team.
- Experience in design and implementation of field research with
agronomic crops and Great Plains cropping systems.
- Demonstrated experience in grant writing and obtaining extramural
funding.
- Demonstrated experience in the development of Extension materials
and building relationships with producers, commodity groups, and
industry partners.
- Demonstrated skills to effectively use established and emerging
communication technologies to disseminate knowledge.
Additional Role Information
- A valid driver\'s license is required.
Sponsorship Eligibility
This position is eligible for sponsorship
How to Apply
Applicants should complete the application process through K-State\'s
PageUp recruiting system at
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Education and TrainingHigher Education