Research Associate I LPS
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Job Description
Position Function:
This is a fulltime 12month appointment. The appointee will support research associated with the MSU Turfgrass Breeding Program.
Salary Grade:13
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC these positions are Unclassified and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
Mississippi State University is Mississippis senior comprehensive landgrant institution and has the largest oncampus enrollment >22000 of the eight state institutions of higher learning. All components of the university have a strong commitment to teaching research and service. The Department of Plant and Soil Sciences has 31 on and 26 offcampus faculty members engaged in teaching research and extension and/or service programs most of who carry joint appointments. The programs are supported by stateoftheart laboratories equipment and trained support and professional staff. The department offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Agronomy Horticulture or Environmental Sciences in Agricultural Systems with Masters or Doctoral graduate students concentrating in Agronomy Horticulture or Science.
Area of Specialization:
Turfgrass Breeding
Anticipated Appointment Date:
April 2025.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Research Associate will be dedicated to developing the turfgrass breeding program. This includes establishing and maintaining germplasm collections nurseries studies and test plots in the field and in the greenhouse. Occasional laboratory work is also expected. The individual must be able to assume responsibility carry out directed research work independently with minimal supervision and work cooperatively with other team members and collaborators.
Activities in the program include but are not limited to:
Establishing and managing field trials: field preparation planting establishment mowing watering applying fertilizers and pesticides
Maintaining plants in the greenhouse: watering clipping applying fertilizers and pesticides
Collecting organizing and analyzing the data from the field and greenhouse studies and assisting in laboratory analyses
Assistance with developing reports and publications
Managing equipment resources and supply inventory maintenance preparing standard operating procedures and ordering
Supervision and training of graduate students their projects and undergraduate student labor
Occasional travel to trial sites outside of the main campus
Other duties assigned by supervisor
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: An earned Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture or horticulture.
Preferred Qualifications:
A Masters degree with an agricultural or horticultural science emphasis (turfgrass science crop science plant breeding) or practical knowledge with such disciplines. Two years of fieldrelated experience with turfgrass or crop production.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of scientific approach and methodologies
Ability to develop and follow research methodology and protocol
Ability to read understand follow and enforce safety procedures.
Knowledge of current technological developments/trends in area of expertise.
Knowledge of scientific research principles practices and protocols
Basic knowledge of data and statistical analysis
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Computer literacy in Excel Word and PowerPoint.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
The candidate must be capable of working in field and greenhouse in various weather conditions operate equipment necessary for turfgrass management (irrigation systems and equipment mowers sprayers sod cutters etc.. The individual must expect and tolerate and work outside of normal business hours (when travelling or needed for plant maintenance. Work environment could involve some exposure to hazards or physical risks (appropriate PPE provided) which require following basic safety precautions. Conditions will also require heavy lifting. Details specific to the position will be discussed during the interview process.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: must complete the online application at . Attach a resume a list of 3 references with contact information and unofficial transcripts. Social Security Numbers on requested transcripts should be redacted prior to submitting online.
For more information contact:
Dr. Marta Pudzianowska
Mail Stop 9555
Department of Plant and Soil Sciences
Mississippi State MS
Screening Date:
February 11 2025 until filled.
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment programs or activities based on race color ethnicity sex pregnancy religion national origin disability age sexual orientation genetic information status as a U.S. veteran or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance 231 Famous Maroon Band Street P.O. 6044 Mississippi State MS 39839.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
