James Cook Endowed Chair in Wheat Research – Weed Scientist

Pullman, WA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 120000 - 150000

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

March 3 2026

If a date is not listed above review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):

280-NNFACULTY - Associate Professor 290-NNFACULTY - Professor 395-NNFACULTY - New Tenure-Track - Pre-Academic Year

Business Title:

James Cook Endowed Chair in Wheat Research Weed Scientist

Employee Type:

Faculty

Position Term:

9 Month

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

The Department of Crop and Soil Sciences (CSS) within the College of Agricultural Human and Natural Resources Sciences (CAHNRS) at Washington State University (WSU) is seeking a motivated and problem-solving researcher and instructor to join a team of scientists and extension experts in multiple disciplines including plant pathology plant science soil science entomology and plant breeding. The James Cook Endowed Chair in Wheat Research was created by the Washington Grain Commission to support wheat research to enhance the productivity of Washington growers. This position is supported by a $2.1 million endowment from the Washington Grain Commission and allows researchers to gather preliminary data in support of competitive federal grants along with addressing regional interests more rapidly. This tenure-track associate professor or professor rank faculty position is a nine-month academic year appointment plus two months of summer salary while serving in the endowed chair position.

We are looking to fill an integrated research and instructor position to begin August 1 2026 or as negotiated at the WSU Pullman campus. The successful applicant will develop a nationally recognized and regionally relevant program focused on Integrated Weed Management in Small Grains cropping systems to enhance crop productivity while increasing profits and improving environmental quality.

The Associate Professor/Professor and James Cook Endowed Chair in Wheat Research Weed Scientist should research sustainable and effective weed management strategies through applied and fundamental research for weeds of significance in small grains cropping systems in the Pacific Northwest. The incumbent will develop a research program to support the growers of small grain crops. Through collaborative efforts with USDA-ARS researchers WSU faculty and other university scientists the incumbent will lead the statewide effort to research weed biology and multifaceted control measures of weeds in small grains cropping systems. The incumbent will report to the Chair of the Department of Crop and Soil addition to pursuing an outstanding research program the successful candidate will be expected to advise graduate students teach courses to undergraduate and graduate students in the area of weed science.

Responsibilities:

This position integrates research and instruction with the successful candidateexpected todevelop a nationally recognizedresearchprogram inIntegrated Weed Management (IWM)focused on small grainscropping systems in Washington.The research programemphases may include but are not limited tosustainableandintegrated weed management strategiesweed biologyand ecologyherbicide efficacyprecision applicationtechnologiesmechanicaland cultural weed control tactics. Herbicide-resistant weeds are an increasing issue in small grains cropping systems and theselected candidatewillbe expected toinvestigatenovelmethods to control herbicide resistant weed species.Programsmust beresponsive tostakeholder needs andalignwith the missionsof the department andCAHNRS Office of Research.

The successful candidate mustacquirecompetitive extramural funding from state regional and national agencies and the agricultural industry to support a comprehensive researchprogram. The incumbent willdisseminateinformation by publishing inappropriate peer-reviewedjournals delivering presentations at scientific conferences and grower meetings and using modern communication platforms. This person is expected to work collaboratively with other researchersextension professionals private crop consultants the grower community andotherstakeholders.Other duties include serving onCSSCAHNRSand WSU committees.

Additional Information:

This is a 9-month Academic Year tenure-track position. This position may be eligible for up to 2 months summer salary conditional on successful performance and funding.

SALARY (Commensurate with experience and qualifications):

9-Month Base Salary: $120000.00 - $150000.00

Summer Salary: $ 26666.67 - $33333.33 (while serving as the endowed chair)

Total Possible Annual Salary: $146666.67 -$183333.33

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidates current experience education skills and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. For additional information please review WSUs Administrative Professional Compensation Structure.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical dental life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Faculty and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. in weed science or a closely related field and an academic record and work experience sufficient to achieve tenure at the rank of associate professor orprofessor;
Proven ability inresearchprogram leadership including planning executionanddeliverycommensuratewith careerlevel;
Demonstratedrecord of scholarly accomplishments in researchcommensuratewith careerlevel;

Additional Required Qualification for Associate Professor rank:

An academic record and work experience sufficient to be granted tenure and the academic rank of Associate Professor in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences at WSU.The rank of Associate Professor requires an established research program thatidentifiesthe individual as a significant independent contributor to their research field with the potential for national distinction.Evidence includes (but is not limited to) refereed publications citations externally funded grants the presentation of papers at professional meetings and the evaluation of thecandidatesstanding in the profession by at least four external referees.

Additional Required Qualification for Professor rank:

An academic record and work experience sufficient to be granted tenure and the academic rank of Professor in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences at WSU.The rank of Professor requires a national reputationand international engagementin the faculty members primary research area.Evidence of a national reputation includes (but is not limited to) distinction for the quality of contribution to the discipline especially in refereed publications citations funded research invitations to present papers and the evaluation of the candidates standing in the profession by at least four external referees.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated knowledge of weed management systemsand weedbiology;
Demonstrated experience working in small grainssystems;
Demonstrated record of training graduate students in the field of weedscience;
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with technical and nontechnical audiences in oral and written formsthrough refereed or non-refereed publicationscommensuratewith careerlevel;
Record of competitive grant successand refereed publicationscommensuratewith careerlevel;
Demonstrated knowledge ofstate-of-the-arttechniques inweed sciencerelevant toapplied researchintegrated managementsystemsandweedbiology;

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department of Crop and Soil Sciences Washington State University:

Faculty and students in CSS at WSU are committed to improving the long-term sustainability of agricultural systems through research teaching and extension. Our department offers M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Crop Science and Soil Science with about 100 graduate students currently addition we host graduate students pursuing an M.S. in Agriculture.

About College of Agricultural Human and Natural Resource Sciences:

CAHNRS is an expansive and diverse college that includes 13 academic units four research and extension centers distributed across the state 18 subject matter centers and one tribal and 39 county extension offices. CAHNRS fosters disciplines that serve at the interface of scientific discovery and its application to the advancement of society and improvement of the human experience.

Location: Pullman WA

Application Process:

The deadlineforsubmittingapplicationsis March16th2026 after which applications will be reviewed by the search committee. To apply visit must include the following materials:

1)a cover letter

2) a current curriculum vitae

3)teaching statement (one page limit)

4) research and extension statement (twopage limit)

For questions about the position contact Dr.Arron Carter Search Committee Chair ator 509-335-6198.

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Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 engages in law enforcement requires security clearance interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity has access to personal identifying and/or financial information unsupervised access to university buildings/property or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:

Full time

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