Research Specialist | North Carolina A&T State University - Military Veterans

Description: This position serves in the integrated Pest Management Program in the department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design at NCA &T. The successful applicant will support research efforts within a multi-disciplinary funded project on small farm resilience using indigenous and niche vegetables. In this position, the incumbent will be involved in conducting research focused on agronomic, insect pest nutritional ecology and pest management. The goal of the research program is to develop vegetable production systems that will enable us to understand the behavioral and ecological dynamics underlying the production, health benefits and profitability relationships in the context of sustainable food production to improve food security and wellbeing in the context of climate change. The research Specialist position duties include planning, designing and conducting laboratory, greenhouse and field experiments, analyzing and interpreting data collected, and reporting the findings from the various studies. The incumbent will assist in publishing results in peer-reviewed journals and in proposal development for external funding, and supervision of project staff and students. The incumbent will participate in extension activities and attend workshops, scientific meetings and conferences to present project work. Other responsibilities include supervising and assisting students in their research projects and in training students and personnel on insect rearing and other duties as assigned by the supervisor. To assist with the design and implementation of experiments, carry out outlined scientific procedures and techniques, will have strong analytical and technical skills such as equipment calibration, operation of various instrumentation (e g soil moisture sensors, olfactometer, Noldus video system, chlorophyll monitor, growth chamber operation, etc.), and strong computer skills. Primary Function of Organizational Unit: North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University's College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences ( CAES ) has a rich history of innovation and application of cutting-edge technology. . With programs and expertise in such areas as biotechnology, agricultural and biosystems engineering, natural resources management, crop protection, waste management, and food microbiology, the A&T College of Agriculture grows concurrently with the demand for qualified graduates. Our four academic departments are the Department of Agribusiness, Applied Economics and Agriscience Education; the Department of Animal Sciences; the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences; and the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design. Within these departments, students will find a myriad of opportunities for classroom learning, research and field work. Through our Agricultural Research Program and our Cooperative Extension Program, we are able to research issues of importance to North Carolina and also provide research-based outreach training to citizens across the state and around the world. Requirements: Relevant post-Baccalaureate (Master of Science) degree experience required; for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant recent (PhD) degree with demonstrable high quality research experience with publications and professional presentations, and relevant supervision experience in substitution. Preferred: This position may include other responsibilities as assigned, within the scope of duties normally assigned in the occupational group. Special Instructions: You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A&T State University permanent employees include the following and more: Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC Health Benefits NCFlex Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS ) Optional Supplemental Plans 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.