Sustainable Water Use Specialist
Clemson University
| Clemson University: College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences: Agricultural Sciences Sustainable Water Use Specialist Location: Water Resource Institute The Agricultural Sciences Department, within the College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Life Sciences (CAFLS) at Clemson University, is seeking to fill a position as tenure-track Specialist at the Assistant Professor level in the area of Sustainable Water Use. This position is one of four tenure-track faculty hires foundational to a state-wide, strategic water initiative. The position is a 12-month appointment and located at the SC Water Resources Center building ten minutes from the main campus. The desired starting date is July 1, 2019. Clemson University is an R1 Land Grant university located on the shores of Lake Hartwell within view of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the Upper Piedmont of South Carolina, USA. The 1,400-acre campus is part of the 18,000 acres of University Farms and Forests devoted to teaching and research. Clemson University is recognized as a Top 25 public university by U.S. News and World Report. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a nationally-recognized, externally-funded research program on water conservation and re-use within the agricultural sector. The successful candidate will assist in developing water resource systems for agricultural commodities, creating an understanding the infrastructure needs and impacts on water resource systems. Expertise in managing biological (human) and chemical contaminants in water recycled for food-production systems is desired. Extend beyond a single commodity to work with both plant and animal agriculture related to water reuse. The person selected for this position will have an affiliation with the S.C. Water Resources Center and work closely with on- and off-campus research and extension personnel, external stakeholders, and state/regional/national government agencies. QUALIFICATIONS Qualified candidates should hold a Ph.D. Agronomy, Horticulture, Crop Sciences, Engineering (Agricultural, Biosystems, Ecological) or other relevant discipline. Preference will be given to candidates with evidence of collaborative research, excellent communication skills, and demonstrated success in obtaining external funding to support an ongoing research program. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Application Procedure: Please submit: (1) a letter of interest with applicant's contact information; (2) contact information for three references; (3) a one-page research philosophy and a one-page research plan; (4) an unofficial transcript from all degree-granting institutions (BS, MS, Ph.D.); and (5) a curriculum vitae. Applicants may request their candidacy remain confidential during the initial review process. Application-Interview Timeline: This position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin on or before April 15, 2019. The search committee anticipates digital/online interviews taking place in April, 2019 with on campus interviews for finalists occurring in May, 2019. If you have any question regarding the position or search process, please contact: 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. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women. Apply Here PI108698453
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