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Research Instructor

3 months ago

Brandon Manitoba RJ, South West, Canada Chamber Group Full time
Research Instructor - Agronomist in Residence

About the Opportunity

Come be part of a growing team with an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of education and research in this vital sector. Assiniboine College (AC) and Manitoba Pulse Growers (MPSG) share the vision of an AC faculty member conducting research, teaching course(s) and performing extension in sustainable pesticide use. We are seeking a dynamic and accomplished individual to serve as the inaugural Agronomist in Residence (AiR) in sustainable pesticide use. The AiR will lead applied research in practical knowledge about how to utilize pesticides to protect farm profit, prevent the onset of resistance including the protection of agro-ecosystem health.

Responsibilities:

  • Research and Innovation: Foster a vibrant applied research environment, promoting collaborative and interdisciplinary research initiatives in sustainable pesticide use.
  • Instruction: Instruct students in a classroom or field training situation and provide academic assistance during consultation hours. Modify and/or develop course objectives, course outlines, curricula and evaluation procedures and instruments with the aid and use of software platforms and technology. Identify, prepare, and organize course materials and learning resources for course delivery.
  • Industry Collaboration: Develop and maintain strong partnerships with pulse and soybean industry leaders, governmental agencies, and community organizations to extend the relevance and impact of applied research.
  • Grants and Funding: Proactively and in collaboration with MPSG and other industry stakeholders seek external funding opportunities and grants to support applied research activities, infrastructure development, and student initiatives.
  • Student Engagement: Enhance student engagement through innovative teaching methods, experiential learning opportunities, and industry partnerships.

Qualifications:

  • Degree in a relevant field, graduate degree preferred. Preference for Agronomy, Plant Science or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrated expertise and experience in small plot and on farm applied research related to comparative efficacy and crop safety of herbicide, fungicide, insecticide and nematicide active ingredients and/or branded products, evaluation of product application timing, evaluation of pest identification techniques, verification of pest prediction models and pesticide application thresholds, tracking development of pesticide resistance, evaluation of innovative tools particularly data driven precision tools to achieve optimal pesticide application.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills to effectively engage with faculty, students, industry partners, and the broader community.
  • Ability to foster a diverse and inclusive academic environment that values equity, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Strong commitment to high-quality teaching, applied research, and community engagement.
  • Experience in developing and maintaining industry partnerships and collaborations.
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