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Assistant Professor:

Employer
University of Maryland College Park
Plant Sciences & Landscape Architecture
Location
College Park, Maryland (US)
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience
Closing date 26 Jun 2024
Discipline

Environmental Science
Job Type
Faculty Member
Employment - Hours
Full time
Duration
Permanent
Qualification
PhD
Sector
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The Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture at the University of Maryland in College Park is seeking to fill
two tenure track faculty positions associated with how biotic and abiotic stresses associated with climate change impact plant growth and development and plant competition in plant communities.

The
first position (#129406)
is focused on investigating the molecular, genetic, ecological, and/or cellular responses to abiotic stresses associated with a changing climate and the translation of research results to ameliorate stress effects on plant growth in agricultural systems and/or land
- or aquatic-based plant communities. The
second position (# is focused on the impact of biotic and abiotic stressors associated with climate change on native and invasive plant competitiveness in plant communities, and molecular and genetic, and cultural approaches to control invasive species proliferation.

Additional Duties:

Faculty members are expected to serve the professional community through review of publications and participation on competitive grant panels, in national and international professional meetings, and other activities.

It is also expected that this individual will participate in other duties and committees as required by the department, college, and university; and interact with organizations representing their clientele groups in the state and region.

Minimum:

Applicants must have a doctorate degree before the start date in a relevant area, a publication record commensurate with their experience, and evidence of a commitment to extension and teaching excellence.