Posted March 15, 2010
ASSISTANT
DIRECTOR & STATE PROGRAM LEADER, AGRICULTURAL & NATURAL RESOURCES
(AGNR).
Reports to Associate Director of the University of Maryland
Extension(UME). Provide
overall leadership in AGNR program identification, planning,
implementation, evaluation and reporting.
Work with other Assistant Directors. Develop linkages with state and federal agencies. Work with faculty in all aspects of their mentoring and
growth. Minimum
requirements of an Associate Professor or Senior Agent rank with a
PhD Degree and five years experience in AGNR.
April 30 deadline. For the official position announcement and
position description, visit the College of Agriculture and Natural
Resources website:
http://agnradmin.umd.edu/AGNRJobs/
Posted March 8, 2010
Entomologist
– POSITION DESCRIPTION: Undertakes insect, rodent, and other pest
management programs and monitors every aspect of pest management
from surveying, supervising staff, materials usage, preparing
reports, being the most important source of daily field information,
report's findings, assist with logistical needs, participates in the
education of departmental trainees and others as required. Develops
effective solutions for pest problems. Serves as a consultant to
Saudi Aramco personnel. Incumbent's advice and services support the
objectives of various departments including those concerned with
health, housing, horticulture and food.
SELECTION CRITERIA: Education: Master's degree (M.S. or M.A.) in
Entomology. Experience: At least 8 years of professional experience
in urban and industrial entomology, which includes the management of
insects, rodents, and other pests. Proficiency in spoken and written
English is required to make clear verbal and written reports, to
keep up with the literature in the field, and to make effective
contact with the public. Arabic not required but a desirable goal
for incumbents. Must have thorough knowledge of entomological
principles and practices, especially those related to urban and
industrial pest management. Additional experience in public health
pest management and horticultural pest management is desired. Must
comprehend sanitation principles as they apply to pest prevention.
Must work well with the public.
COMMENTS: A specialist in urban and industrial pest management.
Incumbent will be required to spend a majority of time in the field
where incumbent will help train and oversee contractor staff. Will
ensure that field work and pesticide applications and usage are
being carried out in a professional and safe manner and according to
the terms of the contract. Will help develop effective solutions for
newly introduced pest problems and will oversee the units long
standing proactive pest management programs that have kept the
company residential and industrial areas relatively pest free.
Click here to apply.
Posted March 5, 2010
Assistant
Professor – Vegetable Entomologist
– 12-month, 70% research/30% extension
tenure-accruing position in the Gulf Coast Research and Education
Center near Tampa FL. Appointee will develop an independent and
nationally/internationally recognized vegetable entomology program.
A Ph.D. in entomology or closely related discipline is
required. To view complete position description and application
instructions, please visit
https://jobs.ufl.edu and
search for requisition # 0804219.
The University of Florida is an equal employment opportunity
employer.
Posted March 3, 2010
RESEARCH ENTOMOLGIST/RESEARCH
TOXICOLOGIST
- The USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Crop Protection and
Quality unit at the San Joaquin Valley Agricultural Research Center
is seeking a POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE for a TWO YEAR
APPOINTMENT. Ph.D. is required. GS-11 salary is commensurate with
experience ($56,411 - $58,291 per annum) plus benefits. The
incumbent will conduct research on controlling insect populations in
field and stored product scenarios. Expertise in toxicology is
essential; experience in chemical analysis, insecticide resistance,
and/or systems-based approaches to pest control is desirable. The
incumbent will have access to an insectary with over 20 species in
culture; for details visit
http://www.ars.usda.gov/Main/site_main.htm?modecode=53-02-15-65.
Send CV, representative publications, and references to Dr. Spencer
Walse, USDA/ARS/SJVASC, 9611 S. Riverbend Ave., Parlier, CA 93648 or
e-mail (spencer.walse@ars.usda.gov). Citizenship restrictions apply;
see
http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/hrd/jobs/VISA/countries.htm. USDA/ARS
is an equal opportunity employer.
Posted March 3, 2010
Multiple
positions: Postdoc, Technician and Research Scientists
– Applications are invited for scientists to join an international
team working on ongoing extramurally-funded projects to develop
methods for the control of mosquito vectored diseases. Additional
information may be found at:
http://dobsonserv.ca.uky.edu.
Applications, informal enquiries, and requests for additional
information should be addressed to:
katie.garrity@uky.edu.
Posted March 2, 2010
Scientist - Applied Entomology
– Mt Albert, Auckland, New Zealand. Within our Applied Entomology
group, this position is focused on research in sustainable pest
management for outdoor vegetables and covered crops. Working as
member of a highly experienced and well respected team, you'll be
involved in the production, evaluation and potential release of
biological control agents against significant insect pests, the
development of integrated pest management systems and strategies and
the improvement of pest identification tools for crop surveillance.
You will also make an important contribution to the reporting of
research outputs, and the development of funding proposals. As a
minimum, you will have a PhD or MSc with postgraduate work
experience in an area of entomology and insect pest management such
as IPM development/implementation, biological control, insecticide
testing, applied ecology or insect resistance management. For more
information, registration details and to apply for this position
please visit
www.careers.plantandfood.co.nz.
Please quote vacancy number 1697. Applications close 19 March 2010.
Posted February 24, 2010
ENTOMOLOGIST - The Fresno County Ag Commissioner/Sealer Office
in Fresno, California invites applications for an Entomologist
position. Applications will be accepted beginning February 22, 2010
through March 5, 2010. We seek a broadly trained individual to
supervise detection programs, interface with the public and other
agencies and perform field and laboratory investigations related to
injurious insects. To view the complete announcement, please visit
www.jobaps.com/fresno.
All application materials must be received by March 5, 2010. Fresno
County is an equal opportunity employer.
Posted February 23, 2010
Post
Doctoral Research Associate – Entomology
– The Post Doctoral Research Associate in Entomology will perform
research on the detection and management of wood-boring beetles of
interest to the nursery industry at the Tennessee State University
Otis L. Floyd Nursery Research Center, McMinnville, TN. Major
emphasis on development of improved trapping methodologies for
scolytid, buprestid, and cerambycid borers. Ph.D. degree in
entomology or related field. Experience in statistical analysis,
insect curation, proper pesticide handling procedures, insect
management techniques, and ability to carry out independent
research. Experience with wood-boring insects is desirable. Please
visit our website for full description and online application at
http://jobs.tnstate.edu.
TSU is an EO/AA/M/F employer.
Posted February 23, 2010
Assistant/Associate
Professor in Insect Systematics and Taxonomy
– The Department of Entomology, Faculty of Agricultural and Food
Sciences, University of Manitoba, Canada invites applications for a
tenure track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate
Professor, commencing July 1, 2010, or as soon as possible
thereafter, to teach and conduct research in Insect Systematics and
Taxonomy. The position will be weighted at approximately 45%
teaching, 40% research and 15% service/outreach. Qualified
applicants must possess: a Ph.D. in taxonomy and systematics of
insects or closely related arthropods; a record of independent
research as demonstrated by scholarly publications; the potential
for developing a strong externally funded research program in one or
more areas of insect systematics or taxonomy; demonstrated ability
or potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching;
and excellent oral and written communication skills. For more
information on this opportunity, please visit:
http://umanitoba.ca/cgi-bin/human_resources/jobs/view.pl?posting_id=83819
Posted February 19, 2010
Research
Scientist - Entomology and Biological
– Control Text of position ad: There is an indefinite position to be
filled by CSIRO Entomology in Brisbane, Australia, for a Research
Scientist with the USDA Australian Biological Control Laboratory. An
entomologist is being sought to conduct research into the discovery
and evaluation of biological control agents for weeds and pests of
the United Sates which are native to Australia and Southeast Asia.
The position description and selection criteria can be found at
https://recruitment.csiro.au/asp/Job_Details.asp?RefNo=2010%2F51.
For further information please contact Matthew Purcell (matthew.purcell@csiro.au,
ph. +617 32142847).
Posted February 16, 2010
Regulatory
Manager – Long Grove, IL.
– Preparation of document packages and compiling material for US
EPA, Canadian (PMRA) and state regulatory submissions (including new
product applications, re-registrations, new uses, fee payments,
sub-registrations, amendments to labels & confidential statements of
formula (CSFs) and other regulatory actions). Provide regulatory
advice and support to sales and marketing and customers (including
label reviews for sub-registrations & "me-too" kits). BS with
minimum of 3-5 years of regulatory experience in a Life Sciences
field, or related experience required. For a complete job
description including the job requirements, please go to the career
section at
www.valentbiosciences.com.
Contact: Human Resources, Valent BioSciences Corporation, 870
Technology Way, Libertyville, IL 60048.
careers@valent.com. Equal
Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
www.valentbiosciences.com.
Posted February 15, 2010
Aquatic
Invertebrate Zoologist
– The Department of Biological Sciences at
Western Illinois University invites applications for a tenure-track
faculty position at the rank of assistant professor beginning August
2010. We seek a broadly trained aquatic invertebrate zoologist with
research interests in aquatic invertebrate ecology. To view the
complete announcement, please visit
http://www.wiu.edu/employment/emp.sphp?id=846. To insure full
consideration, all application materials must be received by March
12, 2010. Applications will not be returned. AA/EO employer. WIU
has a non-discrimination policy that includes sex, race, color,
sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, religion,
age, marital status, national origin, disability, and veteran
status.
Posted February 12, 2010
Faculty Research Associate –
OSU /HAREC is accepting applications for a Faculty Research
Assistant (Entomology Program). Position description, requirements
and application instructions are located at
http://oregonstate.edu/jobs
search for posting #0005257. Applications accepted until March 12,
2010. For more information call (541) 567-8321. OSU is an equal
opportunity affirmative action employer.
Posted February 12, 2010
M.S. RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP, Sugarbeet IPM, University of Idaho
– Research will focus on effects of reduced tillage on insect pests
and natural enemies in sugarbeets. Send brief statement of interest
to Dr. Erik Wenninger (erikw@uidaho.edu;
208-736-3625). Full announcement:
http://www.cals.uidaho.edu/pses/
