Assistant Professor (Soil Physics/Environmental Modeling/Hydropedology)
LSU AgCenter
Application
Details
Posted: 06-Dec-22
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Type: Full Time
Salary: Contingent
Categories:
Research
Teaching
Specialty:
Environmental Science
Soil Science
Salary Details:
Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Current benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typically includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Required Education:
Doctorate
Work Location: School of Plant, Environmental and Soil Sciences, LSU AgCenter and LSU College of Agriculture, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Position Description: The appointment is 12 month (70% research and 30% teaching), tenure-track in soil physics / environmental modeling / hydropedology.
Research: Develop and/or amend environmental impact models (water and air quality) for site-specific conditions. The successful candidate will develop interdisciplinary research to advance the understanding of hydrological and pedological processes. Research will include fundamental soil physics and applied hydropedology that address practical issues in environmental and agronomic sciences. Current needs include investigating the effects of management (cover crops, fertilization, pesticide application, tillage, etc.) on the sustainability of agricultural systems themselves and within the broader environment. The position requires obtaining extramural funding in support of research and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
Teaching: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in soil physics, environmental impact modeling, hydropedology, and other related courses as needed.
Date Available: Upon completion of the selection process.
Application Deadline: February 17, 2023 or until a suitable candidate is identified.
Application Procedure: Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants) by attaching cover letter along with current CV including a statement of professional interest and goals, official university transcripts, two letters of reference, and a statement describing how diversity would figure into your teaching, research, or extension activities. Paper, faxed or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in lieu of attaching the reference letters online, they may be sent directly to:
Lewis Gaston, Professor, School of Plant Environmental and Soil Sciences, LSU AgCenter, Baton Rouge, LA 70803 Phone: 225-892-0198 Email: lagaston@agcenter.lsu.edu
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualification Requirements: PhD in soil physics or closely related discipline with a strong background in mathematics and modeling (including numerical methods and coding) are required. Experience with field and laboratory methods (standard and new or promising), and a commitment to effective teaching is expected. Knowledge and interest in pedology is highly desirable. Must be able to work closely with others and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The LSU AgCenter focuses on research, extension and teaching to make advancements that will benefit generations.
The LSU AgCenter is one of eight campuses of the LSU System. With offices in every parish and research stations across the state, the LSU AgCenter is committed to serving the citizens of Louisiana. That pledge includes our dedication to agriculture and the vital work of providing innovation and support for the food and fiber sector while improving agriculture’s valuable contributions to the state’s economy.
Our educational efforts span nutrition and health, food safety, backyard gardening, disaster preparedness, storm recovery, youth development, managing insects and natural threats, economic development, resource conservation and so much more.
The LSU AgCenter provides individuals, families, businesses, schools, industries and local governments with valuable information aimed at improving economic conditions, general wellness and quality of life. Our faculty members across the state are actively engaged in research that creates solutions for the many aspects of agriculture while serving all residents of Louisiana.
