Entomology & Extension specialist sought at PHREEC

Sorghum field in western Nebraska. Photograph courtesy of CropWatch.

   The Department of Entomology in the Institute of Agriculture & Natural Resources (IANR) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking applications for a Crop IPM Entomology and Extension Specialist position at the Panhandle Research, Extension & Education Center (PHREEC) in Scottsbluff, NE.  
   “This is a very important position as it serves a critical piece of Nebraska agriculture in western Nebraska that connects closely with Colorado and Wyoming," said Dr. John Ruberson, head of the Entomology Department. "Sugarbeets, dry beans, wheat, and sunflower are all important to the state and national economy, and all have their share of entomological issues. The position is a great opportunity for a motivated scientist to engage in meaningful multidisciplinary research and to make strong extension connections and impacts.”
   This specialist will provide leadership for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) research and Extension programs in western Nebraska. The successful candidate will specialize in agroecology and management of arthropod pests in row and other crops found in the region. This 12-month, tenure-track appointment is at the rank of assistant professor and the apportionment is 50% research and 50% Extension. 
    Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. in Entomology or related discipline, strong training and experience with integrated management of arthropod pests, and strong written and oral communication skills. Preferred qualifications include success in obtaining competitive extramural funding, mentoring students, teaching experience, participation in multidisciplinary teams, and demonstrated experience and effectiveness in delivering extension programs and content. Applications should be submitted by March 15, 2023.
    Dr. Bob Wright, professor of Field Crops Entomology Research and Extension, will chair the search committee. More about the Panhandle Research, Extension & Education Center in Scottsbluff is at https://preec.unl.edu.
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