Utah State University
Assistant Professor, Extension Entomologist
Utah State University, Logan, Utah, us, 84322
Assistant Professor, Extension EntomologistRequisition ID:
2024-8172# of Openings:
2Location:
US-UT-LoganCategory:
FacultyPosition Type:
Benefited Full-TimeJob Classification:
FacultyCollege:
College of ScienceDepartment:
BiologyAdvertised Salary:
Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefitsOverviewThe Department of Biology at Utah State University (USU) seeks applicants for two fiscal-year, .916 FTE tenure track faculty positions (Assistant Professor rank) in entomology. One position will focus on insect pests in horticultural crops of Utah (fruit, vegetables, and nursery) and the other in agronomic crops (alfalfa, small grains, corn) and turf. The successful candidates will be expected to establish Extension (outreach and support to UT farmers and growers) and Research programs related to insect pests in horticultural and agronomic crop production systems in UT reflecting USU's land grant mission. The candidates will also be expected to provide diagnostic support to the current Utah Plant Pest Diagnostic Lab's (UPPDL) insect diagnostician. The position will have a role assignment of 50% Extension, 45% Research, and 5% Service. There is no teaching expectation for these positions and they are not eligible for remote work.The candidates will develop, implement, and provide leadership in Extension programming, outreach, and evaluation, and achieve scholarship (such as published papers, professional presentations, and grants, etc.) for promotion and tenure. At USU, there are many collaborative opportunities across disciplines within the Departments of Biology and Plant, Soils and Climate, Applied Economics and Environmental Engineering, as well as the statewide Cooperative Extension system to meet the needs of UT agriculture.ResponsibilitiesDevelop a nationally recognized Extension program that addresses the insect pest management needs of UT producersProvide support in a timely manner to county faculty and insect diagnostician to meet the needs of residential/home insect pest questionsDevelop an applied research program in the subject areas listedAssist the insect diagnostician in the UPPDL with insect identification as neededMentor undergraduate and graduate studentsWork collaboratively with the Extension Plant Health team in the Department of Biology, other scientists at USU and USU county Extension facultyObtain extramural fundingPublish research results in peer-reviewed journalsPublish Extension materials (fact sheets, newsletter articles, and guides)Organize workshops and give presentations at grower meetings, field days, and other appropriate venuesContribute to the department/college/university and profession through serviceQualificationsMinimum Qualifications:An earned Ph.D. degree in entomology or closely related field by the time of hireSubject area expertise in management of insect pests in one or more of the following: agronomic crops, tree fruit, small fruit, vegetables, turf, and nursery cropsSkills in insect taxonomy and insect identificationExperience with applied researchDemonstrated ability to publish in academic journalsDemonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse Extension audiencesStrong desire to be a part of USU ExtensionPreferred Qualifications:Demonstrated ability to obtain external fundingExperience with publishing Extension materials (fact sheets, newsletter articles) and presenting to an Extension audienceRequired DocumentsAlong with the online application, please include the following:Curriculum vitae to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"Contact information for three professional references (email and phone number) to be entered into Candidate ProfileA cover letter that addresses the minimum and preferred qualifications and subject area expertise the candidate is applying for, to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"Research statement to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"Statement of Extension philosophy to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"Transcripts to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"Please include information for how your role(s) at the University in research, Extension/outreach, and service would support the University's mission of excellence, access, and inclusion. This information should be integrated into the statement of Extension philosophy, research statement, and into the cover letter as appropriate.Advertised SalaryCommensurate with experience, plus excellent benefitsADAEmployees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.University HighlightsFounded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful.About the RegionU.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU's main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute's 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.
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2024-8172# of Openings:
2Location:
US-UT-LoganCategory:
FacultyPosition Type:
Benefited Full-TimeJob Classification:
FacultyCollege:
College of ScienceDepartment:
BiologyAdvertised Salary:
Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefitsOverviewThe Department of Biology at Utah State University (USU) seeks applicants for two fiscal-year, .916 FTE tenure track faculty positions (Assistant Professor rank) in entomology. One position will focus on insect pests in horticultural crops of Utah (fruit, vegetables, and nursery) and the other in agronomic crops (alfalfa, small grains, corn) and turf. The successful candidates will be expected to establish Extension (outreach and support to UT farmers and growers) and Research programs related to insect pests in horticultural and agronomic crop production systems in UT reflecting USU's land grant mission. The candidates will also be expected to provide diagnostic support to the current Utah Plant Pest Diagnostic Lab's (UPPDL) insect diagnostician. The position will have a role assignment of 50% Extension, 45% Research, and 5% Service. There is no teaching expectation for these positions and they are not eligible for remote work.The candidates will develop, implement, and provide leadership in Extension programming, outreach, and evaluation, and achieve scholarship (such as published papers, professional presentations, and grants, etc.) for promotion and tenure. At USU, there are many collaborative opportunities across disciplines within the Departments of Biology and Plant, Soils and Climate, Applied Economics and Environmental Engineering, as well as the statewide Cooperative Extension system to meet the needs of UT agriculture.ResponsibilitiesDevelop a nationally recognized Extension program that addresses the insect pest management needs of UT producersProvide support in a timely manner to county faculty and insect diagnostician to meet the needs of residential/home insect pest questionsDevelop an applied research program in the subject areas listedAssist the insect diagnostician in the UPPDL with insect identification as neededMentor undergraduate and graduate studentsWork collaboratively with the Extension Plant Health team in the Department of Biology, other scientists at USU and USU county Extension facultyObtain extramural fundingPublish research results in peer-reviewed journalsPublish Extension materials (fact sheets, newsletter articles, and guides)Organize workshops and give presentations at grower meetings, field days, and other appropriate venuesContribute to the department/college/university and profession through serviceQualificationsMinimum Qualifications:An earned Ph.D. degree in entomology or closely related field by the time of hireSubject area expertise in management of insect pests in one or more of the following: agronomic crops, tree fruit, small fruit, vegetables, turf, and nursery cropsSkills in insect taxonomy and insect identificationExperience with applied researchDemonstrated ability to publish in academic journalsDemonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse Extension audiencesStrong desire to be a part of USU ExtensionPreferred Qualifications:Demonstrated ability to obtain external fundingExperience with publishing Extension materials (fact sheets, newsletter articles) and presenting to an Extension audienceRequired DocumentsAlong with the online application, please include the following:Curriculum vitae to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"Contact information for three professional references (email and phone number) to be entered into Candidate ProfileA cover letter that addresses the minimum and preferred qualifications and subject area expertise the candidate is applying for, to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"Research statement to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"Statement of Extension philosophy to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"Transcripts to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"Please include information for how your role(s) at the University in research, Extension/outreach, and service would support the University's mission of excellence, access, and inclusion. This information should be integrated into the statement of Extension philosophy, research statement, and into the cover letter as appropriate.Advertised SalaryCommensurate with experience, plus excellent benefitsADAEmployees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.University HighlightsFounded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful.About the RegionU.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU's main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute's 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.
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