Assistant Professor: Invasive Weed Scientist

The Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Wyoming invites applications for an eleven-month tenure-track assistant professor position in the biology and control of invasive weed species. Responsibilities of the position include 85% extension and research effort and 15% teaching and service effort. The successful applicant will be expected to build an innovative extension program relevant to agricultural concerns in Wyoming, develop an externally funded research program in invasive weed biology and management, and teach one undergraduate course on invasive plants annually. Recruitment and training of graduate students is also expected.

Applicants must possess a PhD in Weed Science or related field at the time of appointment. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.  The ability to deliver science-based information via modern media to various audiences is an important selection criteria. Candidates with relevant post-doctoral experience and a strong record of peer-reviewed research publication and grant procurement will be preferred.

Screening of applications will begin on October 15, 2008 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified.   The position offers salary commensurate with experience, a competitive start-up package, and excellent benefits. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University of Wyoming is an Equal Access/Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 

To apply, please submit the following as PDF files attached to an e-mail message: cover letter, curriculum vitae, names of three references, and a three-page (maximum) statement of goals and philosophy regarding extension, research and teaching. Please submit these files to:

Dr. Stephen K. Herbert, Department Head

sherbert@uwyo.edu

Department 3354, Plant Sciences

1000 E. University Ave.