The Distinguished Endowed Chair In Soil Health For Potato Cropping System

Washington State University (WSU)

Pullman, WA, United States
Base: $100,000 - $150,000; summer salary: $22,222....
Soil health for potato cropping
Integrated research-extension program
Collaborate with growers and industry
The Distinguished Endowed Chair will develop and lead an integrated research-extension program with national and international impact, closely collaborating with growers and the processing industry to develop practical methods for promoting soil health and improving potato productivity

Job Summary

  • The Distinguished Endowed Chair will develop and lead an integrated research-extension program with national and international impact, closely collaborating with growers and the processing industry to develop practical methods for promoting soil health and improving potato productivity.
  • Responsibilities include leading and participating in soil health research proposals, defining research objectives, leading collaborative projects, and coordinating grower-based research on commercial farms.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package, with potential eligibility for up to 2 months' summer salary.

Matching Summary

The Distinguished Endowed Chair will develop and lead an integrated research-extension program with national and international impact, closely collaborating with growers and the processing industry to develop practical methods for promoting soil health and improving potato productivity.

Salary

Base: $100,000 - $150,000; Summer Salary: $22,222.22 - $33,333.33; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Soil health for potato cropping
  • Integrated research-extension program
  • Collaborate with growers and industry
  • Secure extramural funds
  • Deliver high quality instruction

Nice-to-have

  • Communicate effectively with diverse audiences
  • Interdisciplinary research program leadership
  • Work with diverse cultures and ideologies

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in soil science or related field
  • Minimum 6 years post-Ph.D. experience (Associate)
  • Minimum 10 years post-Ph.D. experience (Professor)
  • Experience mentoring and leading funded research
  • Recognized leader (Professor rank)

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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