Research Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist (Forensic Agriculture)
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Job Location:
Prairie View, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10-09-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title
Research Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist (Forensic Agriculture)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
College Of Agriculture Food & Natural ResourcesProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
FacultyJob Description
The College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources is seeking a dynamic innovative and interdisciplinary scholar to serve as a Research Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist with a focus on Forensic Agriculture. This is a 12-month faculty position that combines responsibilities in teaching research and community-based extension. The successful candidate will integrate forensic science principles into agricultural contexts to educate research and empower both academic and youth audiences.
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.
Responsibilities:
Develop and teach undergraduate courses in Forensic Agriculture and related disciplines (e.g. Agricultural Science Criminal Justice Plant & Soil Sciences or Environmental Science). Design and maintain innovative undergraduate curricula aligned with current forensic and agricultural standards. Advise and mentor undergraduate students including guidance in undergraduate research projects and capstone experiences.
Conduct original and applied research in Agricultural Science with Forensic Science applications such as: Soil and crop traceability Agricultural crime scene investigation and Evidence collection from agricultural environments.
Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications conferences and extension bulletins. Collaborate with interdisciplinary faculty research institutes and national experts in forensic and agricultural sciences.
Design and lead youth-focused outreach programs including: Educational workshops Community-based projects and 4-H STEM initiatives centered on Forensic Agriculture.
Collaborate with K-12 schools law enforcement agencies community centers and agricultural extension offices to integrate forensic-based learning in non-traditional settings. Develop digital content and toolkits for educators and extension agents to expand program reach.
Establish academic partnerships to support the creation of research centers youth institutes and community STEM labs focused on Forensic Agriculture.
Engage with external stakeholders (e.g. state agencies nonprofits funders) to promote program visibility and impact.
Seek external funding (grants contracts philanthropy) to support teaching research and outreach activities. Participate in faculty governance and contribute to college/university strategic goals and multiple initiatives. Participates in college-wide events.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education & Experience:
Earned Ph.D. (or ABD with expected completion before appointment) in Agricultural Science Forensic Science Agricultural Education Criminal Justice with Agriculture Emphasis or a closely related field.
No prior experience required.
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Experience in area of specialization ability to write grant proposals to secure external funding; development and implementation of extension programming; evidence of publishing in peer-reviewed journals; and participation in professional societies.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Competence in the use of personal computers; navigating communications team collaboration word processing and spreadsheet software; and using appropriate statistical-analysis software is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of teaching experience.
Demonstrated scholarly productivity or strong research potential in forensic or agricultural sciences.
Ability to design community-centered outreach and youth programs.
Experience working with extension services 4-H programs or STEM youth development.
Experience collaborating with law enforcement schools or agricultural stakeholders.
A track record of successful grant writing and interdisciplinary teamwork.
Other Requirements:
This position is primarily research-focused; however candidates should be aware that they may be required to teach one or two courses as part of their appointment depending on departmental needs and scheduling. Teaching responsibilities if assigned will be aligned with the candidates expertise and will not detract from their primary research obligations.
Job Posting Close Date:
Until Filled
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed HigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at or should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Spss
- Data Collection
- Genetics
- R
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Microscopy
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
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