Assistant Professor, Sorghum Breeding and Genetics - Masco Corporation
Manhattan, KS
About the Job
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information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13082301
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rAssistant Professor, Sorghum Breeding and Genetics
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rAbout This Role:
Assistant Professor, Sorghum Breeding and Genetics
12-month, tenure track position, 80% Research, 20% Teaching
The Agronomy Department at Kansas State University is seeking an
Assistant Professor to develop an innovative research and teaching
program in sorghum breeding and genetics to address objectives that
enhance the productivity, sustainability, and profitability of sorghum
production in Kansas and the Great Plains. Responsibilities include
leading a breeding program to develop and release new sorghum germplasm,
parent lines, and hybrids. Areas of innovation could include germplasm
characterization, application of functional genomics, statistical
genetics, and applied molecular breeding approaches to sorghum breeding.
Specific research targets may include abiotic and biotic constraints to
production and pursuit of improvement for productivity and
profitability. The presence of a large and diverse community of sorghum
researchers with the KSU Center for Sorghum Improvement and USDA-CGAHR
provides ample opportunity for cross-disciplinary collaboration. The
incumbent is expected to develop an externally funded research program
including the training of graduate students, peer-reviewed publication
of research results, and promoting collegiality within the KSU and
broader communities. Responsibilities include teaching courses in plant
breeding/genetics, and the development of commercially relevant
improvements in sorghum through public-private collaborations. The
candidate must be able to work in a multicultural setting and create an
environment that fosters collegiality, diversity, and teamwork.
About Us:
Kansas State University is a national leader in plant breeding and
genetics with a cohort of synergistic crop improvement programs
including sorghum, canola, soybean, and wheat on campus, and sorghum and
wheat programs at the Agricultural Research Center in Hays, KS. The
university prioritizes research in Food and Agricultural Systems
Innovation as well as Digital Agriculture and Advanced Analytics
([https://www.k-state.edu/research/economic-prosperity/](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5733975&targetURL=https://www.k-state.edu/research/economic-prosperity/)).
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that
includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time
off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available,
please visit:
[https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5733975&targetURL=https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits/overview/)
Worksite Options:
This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed
on employer premises or designated assignment location.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in plant breeding or genetics with extensive experience in
molecular biology and genetics.
- Experience in field-based plant genetics and molecular breeding
research with cultivated crops, and with genetic decision tools and
application of these tools in breeding.
- 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.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and a commitment to
advancing diversity in the department.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in sorghum breeding and genetics.
- Experience in plant genetics and molecular breeding with a focus on
objectives of commercial relevance.
- S ills to leverage digital and data science in the disseminate of
program activities and scientific findings.
- Experience leading or working as part of an interdisciplinary
research team.
- International research experience.
- Demonstrated experience in grant writing and obtaining extramural
funding.
- Experience in teaching at the university level with the ability to
inspire and provide leadership development for undergraduate and
graduate students.
Other Requirements:
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States
at the time of employment.
How to Apply:
To apply send a letter of application, articulating interest in the
position and experience or training relative to the qualifications for
the position, a statement of research interests (two-page limit), a
statement of teaching philosophy (one-page limit), a full curriculum
vitae, graduate transcripts, and the names, e-mails and phone number of
three references. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the
search committee chair, William Schapaugh, at
[wts@ksu.edu](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5733975&targetURL=mailto:wts@ksu.edu)
with subject line: Sorghu
information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13082301
r
rAssistant Professor, Sorghum Breeding and Genetics
r
r
r
rAbout This Role:
Assistant Professor, Sorghum Breeding and Genetics
12-month, tenure track position, 80% Research, 20% Teaching
The Agronomy Department at Kansas State University is seeking an
Assistant Professor to develop an innovative research and teaching
program in sorghum breeding and genetics to address objectives that
enhance the productivity, sustainability, and profitability of sorghum
production in Kansas and the Great Plains. Responsibilities include
leading a breeding program to develop and release new sorghum germplasm,
parent lines, and hybrids. Areas of innovation could include germplasm
characterization, application of functional genomics, statistical
genetics, and applied molecular breeding approaches to sorghum breeding.
Specific research targets may include abiotic and biotic constraints to
production and pursuit of improvement for productivity and
profitability. The presence of a large and diverse community of sorghum
researchers with the KSU Center for Sorghum Improvement and USDA-CGAHR
provides ample opportunity for cross-disciplinary collaboration. The
incumbent is expected to develop an externally funded research program
including the training of graduate students, peer-reviewed publication
of research results, and promoting collegiality within the KSU and
broader communities. Responsibilities include teaching courses in plant
breeding/genetics, and the development of commercially relevant
improvements in sorghum through public-private collaborations. The
candidate must be able to work in a multicultural setting and create an
environment that fosters collegiality, diversity, and teamwork.
About Us:
Kansas State University is a national leader in plant breeding and
genetics with a cohort of synergistic crop improvement programs
including sorghum, canola, soybean, and wheat on campus, and sorghum and
wheat programs at the Agricultural Research Center in Hays, KS. The
university prioritizes research in Food and Agricultural Systems
Innovation as well as Digital Agriculture and Advanced Analytics
([https://www.k-state.edu/research/economic-prosperity/](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5733975&targetURL=https://www.k-state.edu/research/economic-prosperity/)).
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that
includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time
off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available,
please visit:
[https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5733975&targetURL=https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits/overview/)
Worksite Options:
This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed
on employer premises or designated assignment location.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in plant breeding or genetics with extensive experience in
molecular biology and genetics.
- Experience in field-based plant genetics and molecular breeding
research with cultivated crops, and with genetic decision tools and
application of these tools in breeding.
- 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.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and a commitment to
advancing diversity in the department.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in sorghum breeding and genetics.
- Experience in plant genetics and molecular breeding with a focus on
objectives of commercial relevance.
- S ills to leverage digital and data science in the disseminate of
program activities and scientific findings.
- Experience leading or working as part of an interdisciplinary
research team.
- International research experience.
- Demonstrated experience in grant writing and obtaining extramural
funding.
- Experience in teaching at the university level with the ability to
inspire and provide leadership development for undergraduate and
graduate students.
Other Requirements:
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States
at the time of employment.
How to Apply:
To apply send a letter of application, articulating interest in the
position and experience or training relative to the qualifications for
the position, a statement of research interests (two-page limit), a
statement of teaching philosophy (one-page limit), a full curriculum
vitae, graduate transcripts, and the names, e-mails and phone number of
three references. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the
search committee chair, William Schapaugh, at
[wts@ksu.edu](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5733975&targetURL=mailto:wts@ksu.edu)
with subject line: Sorghu
Source : Masco Corporation
