Posting Details
Posting Details
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Institution
South Dakota State University
Working Title
Assistant Professor-Soil Health Research
Posting Number
F01933P
Department
SDSU-Agronomy, Horticulture & Plant Science
Physical Location of Position (City)
Pierre
Posting Text
South Dakota State University (SDState) is seeking an Assistant Professor – Soil Health Research in the Department of Agronomy, Horticulture & Plant Science. The incumbent will be a critical member of a collaborative precision farming research team and is expected to explore sustainable soil and crop management practices that can increase soil aggregation, soil profile water storage, reduce compaction, increase nutrient cycling, and increase water/nutrient use efficiency to improve the resiliency of crop production in South Dakota. This position is located in Pierre . This position is a 9 Month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.
The Department of Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science is a multidisciplinary department with the size and breadth to address today’s complex scientific issues while retaining the student-centered focus, an SDSU plant science hallmark. All of our programs feature a carefully designed balance of theoretical principles and hands-on experience to produce a well-rounded graduate who is prepared for the 21st century workplace. As a result, our graduates are in high demand and frequently have jobs before graduation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
The incumbent will be a critical member of a collaborative precision farming research team. The incumbent is expected to explore sustainable soil and crop management practices that can increase soil aggregation, soil profile water storage, reduce compaction, increase nutrient cycling, and increase water/nutrient use efficiency to improve the resiliency of crop production in South Dakota. The incumbent will develop science-based, region specific, information for agricultural producers, crop specialists and natural resource managers that enables climate-smart decision-making that supports optimum crop yields, soil health, and environmental stewardship. Publication of scholarly work in peer-reviewed journals and graduate student mentoring is expected of the successful candidate. The incumbent will be positioned in the Pierre, South Dakota Regional Extension Center and will play a cooperative and collaborative role in the research programing of the Dakota Lakes Research Farm operated by the Agricultural Experiment Station.
Scholarly/Research: This role directly aligns with SDSU’s commitment to Science Sciences. Beyond research, this position is vital for securing competitive grant funding that supports SDSU’s research infrastructure and benefits the broader agricultural community. Funding may come from various sources—including USDA NIFA, FFAR, and SARE, state-level grants, commodity groups, foundations, and industry collaborations.
Teaching/Advising : This individual is expected to have a strong commitment to teaching and serving the needs of students from AHPS . Teaching responsibilities will include a graduate level course courses relevant to the department’s and CAFESs curriculum. Specific course information : PS-462/562 Environmental Soil Management and other courses as needed.
BENEFITS :
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Posting Details
Logo
Institution
South Dakota State University
Working Title
Assistant Professor-Soil Health Research
Posting Number
F01933P
Department
SDSU-Agronomy, Horticulture & Plant Science
Physical Location of Position (City)
Pierre
Posting Text
South Dakota State University (SDState) is seeking an Assistant Professor – Soil Health Research in the Department of Agronomy, Horticulture & Plant Science. The incumbent will be a critical member of a collaborative precision farming research team and is expected to explore sustainable soil and crop management practices that can increase soil aggregation, soil profile water storage, reduce compaction, increase nutrient cycling, and increase water/nutrient use efficiency to improve the resiliency of crop production in South Dakota. This position is located in Pierre . This position is a 9 Month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.
The Department of Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science is a multidisciplinary department with the size and breadth to address today’s complex scientific issues while retaining the student-centered focus, an SDSU plant science hallmark. All of our programs feature a carefully designed balance of theoretical principles and hands-on experience to produce a well-rounded graduate who is prepared for the 21st century workplace. As a result, our graduates are in high demand and frequently have jobs before graduation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
The incumbent will be a critical member of a collaborative precision farming research team. The incumbent is expected to explore sustainable soil and crop management practices that can increase soil aggregation, soil profile water storage, reduce compaction, increase nutrient cycling, and increase water/nutrient use efficiency to improve the resiliency of crop production in South Dakota. The incumbent will develop science-based, region specific, information for agricultural producers, crop specialists and natural resource managers that enables climate-smart decision-making that supports optimum crop yields, soil health, and environmental stewardship. Publication of scholarly work in peer-reviewed journals and graduate student mentoring is expected of the successful candidate. The incumbent will be positioned in the Pierre, South Dakota Regional Extension Center and will play a cooperative and collaborative role in the research programing of the Dakota Lakes Research Farm operated by the Agricultural Experiment Station.
Scholarly/Research: This role directly aligns with SDSU’s commitment to Science Sciences. Beyond research, this position is vital for securing competitive grant funding that supports SDSU’s research infrastructure and benefits the broader agricultural community. Funding may come from various sources—including USDA NIFA, FFAR, and SARE, state-level grants, commodity groups, foundations, and industry collaborations.
Teaching/Advising : This individual is expected to have a strong commitment to teaching and serving the needs of students from AHPS . Teaching responsibilities will include a graduate level course courses relevant to the department’s and CAFESs curriculum. Specific course information : PS-462/562 Environmental Soil Management and other courses as needed.
BENEFITS :
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- Ph.D. in soil science, agronomy, or closely related field successfully completed by the appointment date is required.