Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist - Cotton

The Department of Crop, Soil and Environmental Sciences in the College of Agriculture at Auburn University seeks dynamic and innovative applicants for the position of Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist - Cotton. This position will be a twelve-month, tenure-track position with 75% extension and 25% research appointment. The projected start date is November 01, 2024.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will develop and maintain an impactful research and extension program focused on promoting the profitable and environmentally sustainable production of cotton. This research and extension program has a long history of providing solutions for Alabama growers, suppliers of agricultural inputs, and end-users of cotton.

The person in this position should provide leadership in cotton agronomy programming, supported by faculty and extension agents from Auburn University and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Responsibilities include conducting in-service training for extension agents, as well as developing written, web-based, and social media materials for producers and other key stakeholders. They will be expected to conduct applied research related to cotton production in Alabama. Additionally, the person in this role can advise and mentor graduate students.

Minimum qualifications include an earned Ph.D. from an accredited institution in agronomy or a similarly related field at the time employment begins. Documented evidence of individual and/or collaborative research in an agronomically related discipline resulting in peer-reviewed publications is required. 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.

Applicants must apply for the position by visiting the link: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/47058 and attach the following:

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 extension programming

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 end of business on September 15, 2024. The search may continue until the position is filled. Questions about this position should be directed to: Dr. Steve Li, Search Committee Chair, email: xzl0004@auburn.edu

The University: Auburn University is a Carnegie R1 research institution and one of the nation's premier land, sea and space grant institutions with an enrollment of more than 33,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Auburn University is ranked in the top 50 public universities for its undergraduate programs. The University is located in the city of Auburn in east-central Alabama along the rapidly develop I-85 corridor, approximately 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, GA and southeast of Birmingham, AL and is about 60 miles northeast of the state capital (Montgomery). Auburn residents enjoy a thriving community, recognized as one of the "best small towns in America" with easy access to major cities or to beach and mountain recreational facilities. Auburn University is understanding and sensitive to the family needs of faculty. For details, visit the following link: http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/.

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