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This is a full-time, 1.00 FTE, 12-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position at Oregon State University in the Department of Horticulture and College of Agricultural Sciences.

This position is funded at 0.75 FTE and the faculty member is expected to fund the other 0.25 FTE from grants and contracts. For the first three years, full funding would be provided by the college at 1.0 FTE.

This position has a statewide assignment in integrated weed management for processed and fresh market vegetables and specialty seed industries. This position contributes to the missions of OSU Extension Service and the College of Agricultural Sciences with principal responsibility for needs assessment, Extension program development, Extension teaching, and program evaluation.

This Extension position will develop and implement an innovative applied research and education program in integrated weed management for processed and fresh market vegetables and specialty seed industries of Western Oregon. The goal of this position is to sustainably optimize the vegetable and specialty seeds cropping systems and their interactions with other relevant crops based on the discipline of weed science with consideration for the interaction with other cropping system challenges. The research and Extension program will strive to develop environmentally and economically sound solutions on both conventional and organic systems that align with needs identified by local commodity commissions, organizations (e.g., producer organizations, registrants, Oregon IPM Center, Oregon Tilth), and other agencies (e.g., USDA NIFA, NRCS, IR-4, and ODA). The research and Extension program will enhance learning and adoption of improved technologies of producers and agricultural professionals who serve the producers, and their employees, while implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. Positions with primary responsibility for extension and outreach are likewise committed to learner success through programming appropriate for diverse audiences. There is an expectation that, as part of your role in the college, you embody and advance the principles and practices conveyed in the CAS CARE Commitment document.

Oregon State University is committed to creating and maintaining compassionate and inclusive learning and working environments for all learners, visitors, and employees. We envision collaborative community environments that enhance civility and embrace diversity. All employees are responsible for achieving this commitment. This commitment includes, but is not limited to, complying with Civil Rights and Language Access regulations. In addition, faculty members will design, develop, maintain and/or carry out Extension programs to ensure that educational programs and outreach activities serve diverse populations, including those that have been historically marginalized/excluded from participation.

Design, develop, maintain and/or carry out Extension programs to ensure that all people have equal employment opportunities and equal program participation opportunities regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or veteran's status.

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PhD in weed science or discipline closely related such as horticulture, vegetable crop production.

Demonstrated teaching, written and oral communication skills including effective use of electronic media (traditional and web-based). Demonstrated ability to write clearly and professionally for a variety of audiences.

Commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and demonstrated ability to incorporate multiple cultural perspectives in educational design and delivery.

General ability to use common computer software, including proficiency with information technology, web sites and social media.

Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Must have or be able to obtain an Oregon Pesticide Applicator's Consultant License within three months of employment and maintain it throughout employment.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

Will be required to work early morning or late evening hours. This will include outdoors in harsh weather conditions. Lift, carry, push, pull up to 100 lbs, handling, and operating farm equipment including sprayers will be required. Operate a motor vehicle. Ability to traverse uneven/rugged terrain.