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Job Opportunity: Faculty Member, Fruit Genetics and Improvement

We are seeking a highly qualified individual to join our team as a Faculty Member, Fruit Genetics and Improvement. This is a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor.

About the Position

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to assume a well-established breeding program focused on fruit genetics and improvement of perennial horticulture crops for the northern prairies. The candidate will work to fully realize the potential of genetics and genomics in transforming cultivar development, with a goal of developing and releasing improved varieties of these crops.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct research in fruit genetics and improvement, with a focus on perennial horticulture crops
  • Develop and implement a breeding program for fruit crops
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Department of Plant Sciences
  • Supervise and mentor students and post-graduate fellows
  • Collaborate with local, national, and international programs and colleagues
Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in breeding or genetics, or a closely related discipline, and a demonstrated understanding of genetics and crop improvement. The candidate must have excellent communication skills and a willingness to participate in outreach activities such as engagement with producers, industry and government, participation on industry committees and advisory boards, and participation in technology transfer and variety commercialization.

About the University of Saskatchewan

The University of Saskatchewan is a leading research-intensive university located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. We are committed to providing an exceptional learning experience and preparing graduates for leadership in the new bio-economy.

How to Apply

Applications, including an up-to-date CV, statement of research, statement of teaching philosophy, statement on equity, diversity, and inclusion, academic transcripts, and contact information for three referees, should be submitted as a single PDF file to:

Dr. Christian Willenborg (c/o Kendra Panko)
Head, Department of Plant Sciences, University of Saskatchewan,
51 Campus Drive, Saskatoon, SK, Canada S7N 5A8.