Assistant Professor: Extension Specialist Precision Agriculture Systems
Assistant Professor: Extension Specialist Precision Agriculture Systems
Description
External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 01/01/2025 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 07/22/2024 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants The application deadline for full consideration is August 30, 2024, and applications will be accepted until suitable candidates are identified. Nominations are encouraged and will be accepted. Nominations, questions and/or other inquiries about the positions should be directed to Dr. Wesley M. Porter, Chair of the Search Committee (wporter@uga.edu). Materials to be uploaded include (1) a letter of application including a statement of Extension and Research philosophy, (2) curriculum vitae, Location of Vacancy Tifton Area EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Classification Title Assistant Professor FLSA Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications All applicants must possess a Ph.D. in mechanical/biological/agricultural/biosystems engineering, agronomy, crop and soil sciences, or related field Position Summary The Department of Crop and Soil Sciences (CRSS) within the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) at the University of Georgia is seeking an outstanding and qualified candidate for a full-time (9-month appointment with two-months of guaranteed summer salary), 75% Extension / 20% Research / 5% Service tenure-track faculty position based at the University of Georgia's Tifton Campus in Tifton, GA (http://tifton.caes.uga.edu/). The successful candidate is expected to develop local, state, regional, national, and internationally recognized programs broadly focused on the area of Precision Agriculture. Specific areas of emphasis will be based on the candidates' strengths, and will include topics such as Advanced Machinery Systems, Precision Irrigation, Remote Sensing and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Autonomy in Agriculture, Advanced Water and Nutrient Management and other related fields and topics. The estimated start date is January 1, 2025. Additional Requirements Documented expertise in Precision Agriculture. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies The successful candidate should have a solid background in the areas listed above, a demonstrated record of scholarship, show evidence of potential to secure extramural funding, and be able to perform and publish high quality integrated work. Excellent oral and written communication skills are critical for success in this position as it includes a large appointment in Extension. The ability and desire to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment is expected. Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Develop strong, externally funded Extension and research programs in one or more of the following areas:
Utilization and implementation of precision-agriculture technologies such as yield monitors, field mapping, remote sensing, advanced data mapping and collection for site specific agriculture
Evaluation and education in digital agriculture for producers
Implementation of Precision Irrigation and Advanced Water Management Strategies directly applicable to GA producers.
Utilization of systems such as guidance systems for off-road vehicles and control systems and sensors for variable rate application
Use of drones for herbicide and seeding applications
Development of field experiments as related to precision technologies
Development and evaluation of machinery systems such as planters, fertilizer spreaders, sprayers, harvesters, tillage equipment and other equipment utilized in field operations.
Work with the existing UGA Precision Agriculture Team and other faculty within CAES, the College of Engineering, the Institute for Integrative Precision Agriculture, and related disciplines to provide leadership in precision agriculture solutions to crop production in the southeastern U.S.
Develop both Extension and research materials which can be presented at local, regional, national and international meetings.
Mentor graduate students and collaborate with Georgia county agents.
Percentage Of Time 100
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume/CV
Unofficial Transcripts
List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents
Public Svc/Extension Philosophy
Research Portfolio/Philosophy
Job ID: 80794176
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