Associate​/Professor of Weed Science

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New Mexico State University’s Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) seeks a 12-month Associate/Professor faculty member to be stationed at the Clovis Agricultural Science Center located in Clovis, New Mexico. The successful candidate will develop an innovative, applied research program in weed science, agronomy, or a closely related discipline as it relates to integrated pest management in the semi-arid west. The successful candidate will be expected to devote 90% of their effort towards research, and 10% towards teaching.

Faculty members appointed as Research Coordinator will have a portion of their research effort reassigned to administrative responsibilities.

The position may include an opportunity to serve in a three-year renewable leadership appointment as Research Coordinator of the Clovis Agricultural Science Center. The appointment is made by the Director of AES for a three-year term and may be renewed indefinitely following periodic review. The appointment is administrative in nature and may be modified or discontinued at any time at the discretion of the Director of AES.

The Research Coordinator serves as the primary point of coordination for research activities at the Science Center. This includes facilitating research conducted by resident faculty and visiting faculty (main campus or other locations). The Coordinator works closely with faculty, staff, and the farm manager to ensure that Center space is appropriately allocated and efficiently utilized. This includes planning for seasonal field availability, resolving scheduling conflicts, and helping to ensure that research projects can be successfully implemented.

AES seeks an individual who can work collaboratively with faculty across departments and colleges. The candidate will be expected to foster collaborations and participate in activities and research teams that support the work of the Center of Excellence in Food and Sustainable Agriculture (CESFAS) as well as the Cooperative Extension Service (CES).

The applicant will be expected to contribute to graduate education through recruitment, support, and mentorship of graduate students, serving on graduate committees, and engagement in disciplinary graduate programs. Teaching responsibilities may include online courses in their home department.

The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain a nationally recognized program of scholarly activity that contributes to the scientific understanding and practical application of weed science, agronomy, and integrated pest management in semi-arid ag systems. Research findings should be disseminated through publications (e.g., peer-reviewed journals, technical reports, etc.) and presentations at regional, national, and international scientific meetings. The candidate is expected to maintain a consistent record of scholarly productivity and to contribute to the visibility and reputation of NMSU through high-quality scientific outputs.

The candidate will be expected to develop a sustainable, externally funded research program that addresses critical challenges facing agriculture and natural resource management in eastern New Mexico and the semi-arid western US. The candidate should actively pursue competitive grant opportunities from diverse sources and participate in collaborative, interdisciplinary research initiatives. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to develop partnerships that enhance the impact, scope, and long-term sustainability of their research program.

The successful candidate is expected to engage stakeholders through effective communication and outreach activities that translate research findings into practical applications. The candidate should work collaboratively with AES scientists, CES personnel, agricultural producers, commodity organizations, industry, and natural resource managers to identify emerging research needs and communicate research outcomes. Outreach activities may include field days, workshops, producer meetings, extension publications, presentations, and engagement with agricultural and community organizations.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the mission of NMSU by developing research programs that address stakeholder priorities and improve agricultural sustainability, profitability, and resilience.

The candidate is expected to participate in departmental, college, and university service activities commensurate with rank that support the mission of AES, the College of ACES, and NMSU. Service responsibilities may include participation on committees, professional societies, advisory groups, etc.

Required qualifications for this position: a Ph.D. in Weed Science, Agronomy, or a related plant science field; post-graduate experience in conducting field research; and a proven record of publishing results in peer-reviewed…