MSU - Michigan State University
Associate Director-AgBio Research
MSU - Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, United States, 48823
Associate Director-AgBio Research
Job no:
961891Work type:
Faculty/Academic StaffMajor Administrative Unit / College:
Msu AgbioresearchDepartment:
Abr Directors Office 40001207Sub Area:
FAS- Fac./Acad StaffSalary:
Salary Commensurate with ExperienceLocation:
East LansingCategories:
Agriculture, Research/Scientific, Continuing System Academic Staff, Tenure System Faculty, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union, Remote-FriendlyWorking/Functional Title
Associate Director-AgBio ResearchPosition Summary
Michigan State University (MSU) seeks a mission and vision-driven leader to serve as the Associate Director of AgBioResearch (ABR). Applications, inquiries, and nominations are invited.AgBioResearch, founded in 1888 as the Michigan Agricultural Experiment Station, is part of a nationwide network of agricultural experiment stations created after the passage of the Hatch Act to benefit farmers and deliver agrarian advancements. Today, our focus has broadened to include a robust research portfolio covering food, health, and the environment.The Associate Director is a key team member, contributing to the leadership, development, and implementation of ABR’s university-wide mission and vision. This mission and vision are focused on enhancing the research portfolio of agriculture, food systems, and the environment. The Associate Director will also be responsible for providing oversight on research grant administration, managing the research space portfolio, and communicating the value and accomplishments of research at MSU.Qualified candidates
must : (a) have earned a doctorate in agriculture, natural resources, biological or natural science, engineering, social sciences, or a closely related discipline and meet the requirements for tenure at the rank of full professor at MSU; (b) demonstrate outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to lead a diverse community; and, (c) demonstrate a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in a range of academic and professional activities.Key Responsibilities:
Promote the full spectrum of fundamental and applied research across MSU disciplines, including promoting future research directions and collaborations.Contribute to the strategic vision of ABR.Serve on the ABR Leadership Team and participate in weekly meetings.Engage with MSU Extension to promote collaborative efforts and advance research impacts.Work collaboratively with the ABR Communications Team to promote accomplishments and impacts of research.Connect with external partners within the Michigan agricultural and natural resources community for updates and input and to promote partnerships.Provide input on research grant administration, including pre-award, post-award, research evaluation, and data analytics.Contribute to space-related oversight linked to the ABR research portfolio.Contribute to mentoring ABR Administrative Fellows.Address other responsibilities as assigned.Required Degree
Doctorate -Agriculture, natural resources, biological or natural science.Minimum Requirements
Qualified candidates must: (a) have earned a doctorate in agriculture, natural resources, biological or natural science, engineering, social sciences, or a closely related discipline and meet the requirements for tenure at the rank of full professor at MSU; (b) demonstrate outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to lead a diverse community; and, (c) demonstrate a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in a range of academic and professional activities.Required Application Materials
All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include 4 letters of reference, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile.Special Instructions
For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by
August 30, 2024.Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.Website
HTTPS://WWW.CANR.MSU.EDU/RESEARCH/
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job no:
961891Work type:
Faculty/Academic StaffMajor Administrative Unit / College:
Msu AgbioresearchDepartment:
Abr Directors Office 40001207Sub Area:
FAS- Fac./Acad StaffSalary:
Salary Commensurate with ExperienceLocation:
East LansingCategories:
Agriculture, Research/Scientific, Continuing System Academic Staff, Tenure System Faculty, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union, Remote-FriendlyWorking/Functional Title
Associate Director-AgBio ResearchPosition Summary
Michigan State University (MSU) seeks a mission and vision-driven leader to serve as the Associate Director of AgBioResearch (ABR). Applications, inquiries, and nominations are invited.AgBioResearch, founded in 1888 as the Michigan Agricultural Experiment Station, is part of a nationwide network of agricultural experiment stations created after the passage of the Hatch Act to benefit farmers and deliver agrarian advancements. Today, our focus has broadened to include a robust research portfolio covering food, health, and the environment.The Associate Director is a key team member, contributing to the leadership, development, and implementation of ABR’s university-wide mission and vision. This mission and vision are focused on enhancing the research portfolio of agriculture, food systems, and the environment. The Associate Director will also be responsible for providing oversight on research grant administration, managing the research space portfolio, and communicating the value and accomplishments of research at MSU.Qualified candidates
must : (a) have earned a doctorate in agriculture, natural resources, biological or natural science, engineering, social sciences, or a closely related discipline and meet the requirements for tenure at the rank of full professor at MSU; (b) demonstrate outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to lead a diverse community; and, (c) demonstrate a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in a range of academic and professional activities.Key Responsibilities:
Promote the full spectrum of fundamental and applied research across MSU disciplines, including promoting future research directions and collaborations.Contribute to the strategic vision of ABR.Serve on the ABR Leadership Team and participate in weekly meetings.Engage with MSU Extension to promote collaborative efforts and advance research impacts.Work collaboratively with the ABR Communications Team to promote accomplishments and impacts of research.Connect with external partners within the Michigan agricultural and natural resources community for updates and input and to promote partnerships.Provide input on research grant administration, including pre-award, post-award, research evaluation, and data analytics.Contribute to space-related oversight linked to the ABR research portfolio.Contribute to mentoring ABR Administrative Fellows.Address other responsibilities as assigned.Required Degree
Doctorate -Agriculture, natural resources, biological or natural science.Minimum Requirements
Qualified candidates must: (a) have earned a doctorate in agriculture, natural resources, biological or natural science, engineering, social sciences, or a closely related discipline and meet the requirements for tenure at the rank of full professor at MSU; (b) demonstrate outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to lead a diverse community; and, (c) demonstrate a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in a range of academic and professional activities.Required Application Materials
All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include 4 letters of reference, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile.Special Instructions
For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by
August 30, 2024.Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.Website
HTTPS://WWW.CANR.MSU.EDU/RESEARCH/
#J-18808-Ljbffr