Job Description Summary
The Department of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences in the College of Agriculture at Auburn University is seeking applications for the position of Associate Research Professor – Cotton Molecular Breeder. This position will be a twelve-month, non-tenure-track position with 100% research appointment. The projected start date is January 2025.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an impactful research program with a focus using molecular genetic tools to address issues related to the cotton industry. Project areas could include, but not limited to, concerns associated with host plant resistance, abiotic stress tolerance, fiber quality, yield components, genetic diversity, and intellectual property protection. However, a strong emphasis in the program is expected to be related to disease resistance.
Advising graduate students, grantsmanship, and novel research are expectations of this position. The person in this role will actively publish and disseminate their findings in public forums and in high-quality refereed journals. They are expected to actively collaborate with other projects within and outside of Auburn University.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Molecular Genetics or a similarly related field at the time employment begins. They must also have sufficient experience to qualify for the rank of associate research professor. The successful candidate must possess excellent written and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with diverse audiences. The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and to continue working legally for the term of employment.
Desired Qualifications
Post-doc experience, experience with development and execution of regional and federal grant-funded projects.
Special Instructions to Applicants
1. Cover letter that addresses the experience pertinent to the responsibilities of the position
2. Current curriculum vita
3. Copies of ALL academic transcripts
4. Statement of research
When prompted during the on-line process, please provide names, email addresses and phone numbers for three (3) professional references. Only complete applications materials will be considered. To ensure consideration for the position, applicants are encouraged to apply by the end of business on October 25, 2024. The search may continue until the position is filled. Questions about this position should be directed to: Dr. Jenny Koebernick, Search Committee Chair, email: jenny.koebernick@auburn.edu.
