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do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants . JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Department of Entomology at The Pennsylvania State University seeks applications for a full-time, 9-month tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor of Public Health
Entomology with 70% research, 30% Extension assignment. Candidates with expertise in arthropods affecting humans including such pests as ticks, bedbugs, mosquitoes, and/or arthropods that contribute to allergies/asthma are encouraged to apply. Research focus could include, but is not limited to, pest management, pesticide resistance, population dynamics, behavioral/chemical ecological interactions, interactions of
arthropods with pathogens and symbionts, and/or epidemiology. RESPONSIBILITIES : The successful applicant will establish a strong externally funded research program, conduct independent high-quality research, publish in leading scholarly journals, and mentor graduate students. Extension responsibilities include interacting with other specialists, county educators, and relevant stakeholder groups (especially urban
clientele) around the state, region and nation; and developing a comprehensive extension education program with a variety of outputs. The ability to engage a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students at the Departmental, College, and University levels is an important aspect of this academic appointment. REQUIREMENTS: An earned Ph.D. in Entomology, Ecology, Epidemiology, Public Health,
Microbiology/Parasitology, or related discipline; a record of excellent scholarship commensurate with their career stage as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications; and potential to be successful in securing funding for research on arthropods of human or animal health significance. The successful candidate must have completed all degree requirements by the appointment date. SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications
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