Assistant Professor - Row Crop Entomologist

Assistant Professor - Row Crop Entomologist

Posting Number: F2567P

Working Title: Assistant Professor - Row Crop Entomologist

Department: CAES-Entomology, UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

Location: UGA-Tifton Campus, Tifton, Georgia

Posting Date: 11/19/2025

Closing Date: Open until filled

University of Georgia (UGA) is a flagship public university chartered in 1785. UGA has more than 41,000 students and over 19 schools and colleges, including a School of Medicine. The College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences houses the Entomology department with 38 faculty and a robust graduate student body.

The Department of Entomology invites applications for a nine‑month tenure‑track (Assistant Professor) position specializing in row crop integrated pest management (IPM) with an emphasis on cotton. The job is budgeted 65% research, 30% extension, and 5% service. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a nationally recognized research and extension program, secure competitive external funding, and publish high‑impact research while mentoring students and engaging in departmental service.

• Develop and execute a nationally recognized research and extension program on row crop IPM.
• Secure external funding and conduct high‑impact research in cotton IPM, including resistance management, applied toxicology, and precision agriculture.
• Publish research in peer‑reviewed journals and present at professional conferences.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in research, field work, and academic progress.
• Engage in extension activities, communicating with row crop producers and stakeholders through traditional and digital media.
• Participate in departmental, university service, and professional outreach activities.

• Ph.D. in Entomology or a related life science discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise in IPM theory and practice, including resistance management, applied toxicology, or precision agriculture.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity and ability to secure external funding.
• Excellent communication skills for research dissemination and student mentorship.

• 1–2 years postdoctoral experience.
• Strong record of scholarly achievement and grant writing.
• Experience with agroecology, insect population genetics, and landscape ecology.
• Multistate and international collaboration experience.

• Cover letter summarizing background and qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae (max 25 pages).
• One‑page statement of research experience and interests.
• Extended statement of experience, interests, and goals for teaching and extension.
• Names and contact information for three professional references.

08/03/2026

The University of Georgia is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status.