Date of posting here March 02, 2010 Type of position A 12 month, full-time, benefited, research support position Employer Kansas State University Southwest Research-Extension Center Description of Employer A field based agronomic research-extension program. Location Garden City, Kansas Description of Location http://www.wkarc.org/DesktopDefault.aspx?tabid=36 Salary Commensurate with academic training and experience. Benefits Standard Kansas State University faculty benefits apply. Closing date of competition Screening begins on April 1, 2010 and continues till position is filled. Date position available May 1, 2010 Description of duties Designing, implementing, and maintaining field and controlled-environment experiments; calibration and operation of various nutrient and pesticide application equipment, soil and plant sampling instruments, and general farm implements (tractors, combines, planters, tillage equipment, etc.); collecting, analyzing, and summarizing qualitative and quantitative data; assist with writing reports and presenting data at professional meetings; and performing related and unplanned tasks consistent with applied agricultural research. Qualifications sought Required. B.S. in agriculture or scientific related field; knowledge of modern agricultural production practices and experience with farm equipment operation and maintenance; initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision; good interpersonal skills; effective verbal and written communication skills, and proficiency in the use of computers, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphics software. Must have (or be eligible to obtain) commercial pesticide applicator’s license and commercial drivers license. Preferred. 2-4 years experience in central Great Plains agriculture. M.S. degree in agronomy, weed science, or soil science with knowledge in soil fertility, cropping systems, crop rotations, plant ecology, integrated weed management, experimental plot techniques, and statistical data analysis. Contact for additional information Direct inquiries regarding this position to: John Holman Phone: 620-276-8286 e-mail: jholman@ksu.edu Application procedure   Submit what Submit paper or electronic copies (as a single pdf file e-mailed 1) a letter of application, 2) a detailed resume, 3) copies of academic transcripts from all colleges or universities attended, and 4) a list of three references (with contact information) who are familiar with your professional abilities. Submit to jbaier@ksu.edu Additional Information KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Kansas State University actively seeks diversity among its employees. BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED