This tenure-track position with 60% research and 40% extension appointment will be responsible for leading an innovative and nationally recognized applied weed science research and extension program focused on dryland and irrigated cropping systems in western Kansas. Develop integrated weed management strategies based on a sound understanding of weed biology and ecology; that incorporates chemical, cultural, and mechanical tactics. Research and demonstrations may be on-farm or at any of the Western Kansas Research and Extension Center locations and/or in collaboration with faculty on main campus. Emphasis will be given to the management of herbicide-resistant weed species and the application of emerging weed management technologies such as artificial intelligence driven smart sprayer innovations for the unique challenges of the region. This individual will be expected to develop active collaborations with other public and private weed scientists and agronomists in the state and region. Expectations also include publication of research results in peer-reviewed journals in a timely manner, securing extramural funds for research and capacity building activities, training of graduate students, and an active extension program that shares expertise at workshops and answers questions from producers and agricultural professionals. Extension scholarship includes development of traditional extension publications and bulletins; interaction and collaboration with extension and research colleagues; agent mentoring, and communication with clientele via public meetings/conferences, web sites, social media, other electronic means, and individual consultation. While the emphasis of the research and extension program should be on weed management issues relevant to western Kansas, there is an expectation that the faculty member will have a regional, national, or global impact on the innovative management of weeds.

For further information, please feel free to contact Dr. Brian Olson, Department Head for the Western Kansas Research Extension Centers at bolson@ksu.edu or Dr. Augustine Obour, Search Committee Chair at aobour@ksu.edu . To apply please go to the following site: K-State Careers

Please submit the following documents:

1. A letter of application articulating experience or training relative to the qualifications for the position including; a statement of interest and vision regarding extension and applied research (maximum of 2 pages)
2. Resume
3. Undergraduate and graduate transcripts
4. Three letters of reference
5. Screening of applications begins on May 10, 2023, and continues until position is filled.