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CROP SCIENCE

Turfgrass Breeder

Tenure Track Position

Date Posted: 02/26/2008
Doctorate/Equivalent Required
North Carolina State University, Department of Crops Science
Assistant/Associate Professor

A 12 month, tenure track appointment, Turfgrass Breeder, is available in the Dept. of Crop Science at NC State University. The individual will be responsible for developing a comprehensive, nationally recognized program of turfgrass improvement that includes cultivar releases. The individual will be expected to interact with turfgrass physiologists, pathologists, entomologists, and molecular biologists at NCSU and other public and private organizations to complement ongoing programs of turfgrass research and improvement.

The position will be supported by the NC Agricultural Research Service, but extramural funding will be necessary to establish a nationally recognized program. The individual is expected to conduct a productive research program and participate in academic programs of the Crop Science Department, including graduate student training. Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Crop Science, or related field is required. The successful candidate will be able to bridge applied plant breeding with molecular and biotechnology approaches for the improvement of turfgrass species. Experience with turfgrass systems is desirable, but not essential.

Applicants should apply online at http://jobs.ncsu.edu for position number 01-06-0712 no later than April 21. 2008. Send original undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference to: Joyce Elias, University Administrative Manager, Dept of Crop Science, Box 7620, NC State University, Raleigh, NC 27695-7620; Telephone: 919-515-2648; e-mail: joyce_elias@ncsu.edu.

Documentation of identity and employability of the applicant will be required before the hiring process can be finalized.

NC State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations during the application process should contact Joyce Elias at 919-515-2648.