The Extension Weed Science Specialist is a non-tenure-track position specializing in weed management in agronomic crops and pasture environments. This position is a 12-month appointment with a 100% Extension appointment. The anticipated starting date is January 1, 2025. The successful candidate will be located ???
The Extension Weed Science Specialist will collaborate with diverse partners to develop and implement a weed science program in South Carolina to help reduce negative effects on agriculture production.
JOB DUTIES:
40% - Essential - UK65: Develop and implement a statewide weed science program plan of work. Collaborate with subject experts, agents, and volunteers to coordinate and deliver new weed science programming and resources to address emerging needs in South Carolina and for the Southeastern Region.
UK67: Develop and implement a statewide weed science program plan of work. Collaborate with subject experts, agents, and volunteers to coordinate and deliver new weed science programming and resources to address emerging needs in South Carolina and for the Southeastern Region and collaborate on a national level. Manage and train volunteers through curriculum development and programmatic efforts.
30% - Essential - UK65: Establish yourself as a content expert at the National level by producing and disseminating scholarly outputs and products (publications, videos, expert presentations, validated evaluation instruments, applied research outputs, etc.) that support weed science. Serve as a resource to Extension agents and clientele within the state in the area of weed management.
UK67: Establish yourself as a content expert at the National level by producing and disseminating scholarly outputs and products (publications, videos, expert presentations, validated evaluation instruments, applied research outputs, etc.) that support weed science. Serve as a resource to Extension agents, associates, clientele, and other specialist within the US in the area of weed management.
20% - Essential - UK65: Collaborate with Agriculture team members, statewide program efforts, and other program teams in program development and delivery. Collaborate with state agriculture and natural resource agencies (South Carolina Department of Agriculture, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources), federal agencies (USDA NRCS), universities, and non-government partner organizations (South Carolina Farm Bureau) to develop and implement a weed science program in South Carolina to help stakeholders.
UK67: Collaborate with Agriculture team members, statewide program efforts, and other program teams in program development and delivery. Collaborate with state agriculture and natural resource agencies (South Carolina Department of Agriculture, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources), federal agencies (USDA NRCS), universities, and non-government partner organizations (South Carolina Farm Bureau) on a national level to develop and implement a weed science program in South Carolina to help stakeholders.
10% - Essential - UK 65: Attend or lead Extension team meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor. Identify and participate in opportunities for self-improvement and professional development at the state, regional, and national levels. Communicate effectively, both verbally and through written correspondence to Extension and program administrators at the state level.
UK67: Attend or lead Extension team meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor. Identify and participate in opportunities for self-improvement and professional development at the state, regional, and national levels. Communicate effectively, both verbally and through written correspondence to Extension and program administrators at the state and national levels.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Doctoral / Professional Degree - Weed/Crop Science
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Doctoral / Professional Degree - Weed Management Work Experience 3+ years - working in Extension in the area of weed science at a land-grant university.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
JOB KNOWLEDGE Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Manages Work of Others - Manages work of others including hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff. Plans organizational structure and job content.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES Provides Budget Input - Provides input into the budgeting process, and oversees fund allocation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Doctoral / Professional Degree - Weed Management Work Experience 3+ years - working in Extension in the area of weed science at a land-grant university.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
100% - Exposure to heat or cold 5% - Exposure to dust/fumes 100% - Wet or humid 100% - Noise 5% - Vibration 50% - Mechanical hazards 50% - Chemical hazards 5% - Electrical hazards 5% - Radiant energy hazards 5% - Burn hazards 50% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids) 100% - Overnight Travel
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours: 37.5
JOB LOCATION:
Clemson, SC
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.
