Job: Assistant Professor in Plant Breeding (Horticulture)

Jobing Description

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Other Conditions:

To begin approximately August 2011.

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Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop and teach in alternate years a new undergraduate course in Bioenergy Crops and a graduate level course in current breeding methodologies (marker-assisted selection, genetic transformation, and/or quantitative genetics). Collaborate with faculty in TPSS or other departments to team-teach an undergraduate course in Genetics (TPSS 371), Plant Breeding (TPSS 453), Tropical Seed Science (TPSS 421), or other course that complements the department curriculum. Supervise undergraduate and graduate students, including assisting undergraduate students desiring to develop skills with island-based seed production companies through an internship option (TPSS 492).
2. Conduct and support with extramural funding a research program for genetic improvement of short-cycle crops for bioenergy and/or vegetable production. Apply conventional breeding competencies, such as quantitative genetics and/or marker-assisted selection, to enhance crop yield and tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses in the tropics. Collaborate with researchers in CTAHR and elsewhere to leverage the program through use of genomics tools. Cooperate with other biofuels researchers, extension specialists and industry representatives to advance progress toward state goals for energy independence.
3. Obtain local, regional, and national grants to establish a nationally recognized program.
4. Provide service to the college, university, and community.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Ph.D. in plant breeding, genetics, or related biological science from an accredited college or university.
2. Experience in application of experimental design, statistics, and/or marker-assisted selection to plant breeding, as evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals.
3. Demonstrated ability to teach.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Post-doctoral research experience in one or more of the following: quantitative genetics, marker-assisted selection, or bioinformatics. Experience in the development and implementation of research programs. Demonstrated success in obtaining extramural funding.

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To Apply:

Submit application letter, curriculum vitae, official university transcripts, and name, address, phone number and email address for at least three (3) professional references to:

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Address:

1. Tropical Plant & Soil Sciences
2. College of Tropical Agriculture & Human Resources
3. University of Hawaii at Manoa
4. 3190 Maile Way, St. John 102
5. Honolulu, HI 96822

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Inquiries:

1. Richard Manshardt; 808-956-6063; manshard@hawaii.edu

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