Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 23079

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Alan Dyer

adyer@montana.edu

406-994-6535

Classification Title

Working Title Assistant Professor of Mycology

Brief Position Overview

This tenure-track position requires that the successful candidate develop an innovative teaching program, develop a focused program of research/creative activity directed at solving issues in mycology or plant pathology relevant to Montana and the region and that addresses MSU’s Grand Challenges (https://www.montana.edu/strategicplan/improvinglives.html).

Faculty Tenure Track Yes

Faculty Rank Assistant Professor

Position Number 4A1370

Department Plant Sciences

Division College of Agriculture/MAES

Appointment Type Faculty

Contract Term Academic Year

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Union Affiliation

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible Eligible

Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

Contract Type MUS

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Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

The Plant Sciences and Plant Pathology Department is seeking a highly qualified and enthusiastic mycologist to contribute to our programs. The successful candidate will develop an innovative and collaborative research and teaching program relevant to the missions of the Department, College, and University.

Duties and Responsibilities

We seek a highly qualified and enthusiastic mycologist to contribute to our programs. The appointment is 60% research, 30% teaching, and 10% service.

This full time, 9-month academic year tenure-track position requires that the successful candidate develop a nationally competitive research program directed at solving issues in mycology relevant to Montana and the region and that addresses Montana State University’s Grand Challenges (https://www.montana.edu/strategicplan/improvinglives. (http://www.montana.edu/strategicplan/improvinglives.html)) html).

Possible research areas include but are not limited to fungal biology and genomics, fungal biochemistry/toxicology, forest pathology, myco-culture, and fermentation science. The successful individual will support their research with extramural funding and publish original research in refereed journals and other appropriate venues.

Montana State University prides itself on the quality of its teaching and mentoring programs. In this regard, instruction in mycology represents a critical interest for the department, college, and university. Overall instructional responsibilities include Mycology ( BIOM 423) and an advanced mycology course to be developed based on the applicant’s expertise taught in alternate years and a University Biology Core course taught annually. Additional graduate seminars, directed studies, and other high-quality, high-impact educational practices are encouraged. The successful candidate will also advise undergraduate and graduate students in academic and research/creative activities that relate to mycology and related programs.

Active participation and service to the department, college, and professional mycology organizations is expected. Outreach efforts throughout Montana are encouraged.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Ph.D. in plant pathology, mycology, or related field at time of appointment.

• Potential for excellence in teaching.

• Potential for excellence in research and a publication record commensurate with career level.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other teachers and scientists.

  Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Previous teaching experience at the university level with a high level of effectiveness.

• Demonstrated ability to secure extramural funding.

• A research program that will contribute to and is complementary to existing Montana Agricultural Experiment Station programs.

• Demonstrated potential to foster and support diversity, inclusivity, and equity.

  The Successful Candidate Will

• Possess excellent written and oral English communications skills.

• Possess effective interpersonal skills.

• Be committed to student success and quality teaching.

• Contribute successfully to PSPP and Entomology Group teaching, research, and service.

  Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

  Physical Demands

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  Posting Detail Information

  Number of Vacancies 1

  Desired Start Date January 1, 2024

  Position End Date (if temporary)

  Open Date

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  Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on August 15, 2023; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

To apply, upload your Curriculum Vita or resume and a cover letter outlining how you meet each required and preferred qualification. Discuss your interest in teaching and include how your proposed area of research will contribute to the MAES mission. Please note, this posting requires contact information for three professional references within your app profile.

Diversity Statement

Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html