Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Assistant Professor - DIH Forage Production Job Category: Faculty Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Assistant Professor Job Duties: POSITION SUMMARY: The Department of Plant and Earth Science in the College of Agriculture, Food and
Environmental Sciences is seeking a full-time, nine-month tenure track faculty position (60% research and 40% teaching) at the rank of Assistant Professor to support our Crop and Soil Science Program. The position is funded by the Wisconsin Dairy Innovation Hub ( Dairy Innovation Hub Link ). The teaching load for this 40% teaching appointment will be approximately five (5) credit hours per semester, or ten (10)
credit hours per academic year (the standard full-time teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester or 24 credit hours per academic year). The successful candidate will 1) demonstrate strong interest in forage production research for the dairy industry; 2) have an ability to conduct applied research on forage crop production systems for the dairy industry; and 3) be committed to excellence in teaching at our
primarily undergraduate institution. Opportunities exist for optional summer employment through research grants, teaching and other funding sources. Expected Appointment Start Date: January 7, 2027. Key Job Responsibilities: Research (60%) Develop an applied research program focusing on forage production related to the U.S. dairy industry. Communicate research results to diverse audiences through forums such as
professional scientific meetings, referred publications, dairy industry groups, and local producer groups. Develop collaborations and networks across the dairy industry, within local and state government, and throughout the Wisconsin Dairy Innovation Hub. Secure extramural funding sufficient to sustain a vibrant research program that includes the training and mentoring of undergraduate research students. Teaching
(40%) Develop and teach undergraduate courses in forage crop production, pasture production, and introductory plant science courses plus additional courses in the Crop Science discipline based on the successful candidate’s educational background and departmental needs. Develop innovative, student-centered courses and experiences that engage learners; regularly assess and revise curriculum to meet the evolving needs
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