Assistant Professor - Row Crop Entomologist

Position Details

Job Title: Assistant Professor – Row Crop Entomologist

Department: CAES-Entomology, University of Georgia (Tifton Campus)

Employment Type: Employee, Academic (9 months)

Tenure Status: Tenure track

Start Date: August 3, 2026

Location: Tifton, Georgia

The Department of Entomology at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure‑track position in row crop integrated pest management with emphasis on cotton. The role is budgeted at 65% research, 30% extension, and 5% service, and is expected to develop a recognized research and extension program, secure external funding, publish high‑impact research, and mentor students.

• Develop a nationally recognized research and extension program in row crop IPM, focusing on cotton.
• Secure competitive external funding and publish high‑impact research.
• Mentor graduate‑ and undergraduate‑students in research.
• Collaborate with the UGA Cotton Team and other state and international partners.
• Communicate research findings to row‑crop producers, extension agents, and stakeholders through traditional and digital media.
• Serve actively in departmental, university service, professional activities, and outreach.

• Ph.D. in Entomology or related life science discipline.
• Post‑doctoral experience of 1–2 years is preferred.
• Strong record in scholarly achievement and excellent communication skills.
• Expertise in integrated pest management theory and practice, including invasive species management, resistance management, applied toxicology, transgenic and molecular approaches, population genetics, landscape ecology, or precision agriculture (remote sensing).
• Ability to engage in multidisciplinary collaboration and achieve externally funded research.

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