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Position (posted 10/21/09): Computer Specialist - Job: Upgrade and maintain departmental computer graphics and teaching laboratories. Perform systems analysis, planning, evaluation and design work on facility. Install, update and maintain the software, hardware, and license records of the laboratories to assure computer services are available at all times to students and faculty. Facilitate computer-assisted learning. Provide technical expertise to faculty developing distance learning projects; on-line, web-based information and interactive multimedia presentations to extend OSU's learning environment beyond the traditional classroom. Evolve and improve software development techniques and processes. Provide instruction and training to departmental faculty, staff and students on the use of network, OS and applications software and related computer hardware. Provide workstation support services and technical problem resolution to departmental users. Maintain network services to departmental users. For experience and other information visit: jobs.okstate.edu , click the "Search Listings" button, type in Computer Specialist in the Approved Position Title box and hit the search button.

Position (posted 9/29/09): A ½ time PhD Graduate Research Position in ornamental flower breeding is available Spring 2010. The successful candidate will use traditional breeding techniques for plant improvement with focus on tissue culture, genetic manipulation, and hybridizations
Further information: submit an email to Dr. Dunn; bruce.dunn@okstate.edu
To apply for admission:  you must submit the following materials to the Graduate College: 1) a completed application form and application fee, 2) official copies of transcripts from any school you previously attended, 3) official GRE scores (school code 6546, dept. code 0109), 4) three letters of recommendation from faculty who are acquainted with your academic abilities, 5) a statement of research and career interests, and 6) international applicants must submit official scores from the TOEFL exam. The minimum required TOEFL score is 570 (paper) or 88 (iBT).  Additional information and links to online forms are available at the following address:  http://gradcollege.okstate.edu/

Position Title: (posted 9/23/2009) Student Assistant- Distance Ed is a temporary position available through May 2010 at Oklahoma State University in the Horticulture and Landscape Architecture Department, contingent upon available funding. The position may be extended based on performance and continued availability of funding. The student filling this position will be responsible for assisting the development and implementation of a distance education graduate course in temperature stress physiology for about 10 hours per week. Hours are flexible and may include some evening or weekend duties (which can be addressed by remote connection). Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, computer skills (including graphics), and experience using D2L course management software. This is not a programming position. Plant science/physiology/biochemistry background is highly desirable. Individual must be reliable and results-oriented. Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply, send resume, transcripts, and contact information for three references to Jeff Anderson (jeff.anderson@okstate.edu). OSU is an AA/EEO E-Verify employer committed to multicultural diversity. OSU-Stillwater is a tobacco-free campus.

Position Title: (posted 4/27/2009) Extension Assistant position available at Oklahoma State University in the Horticulture and Landscape Architecture Department. The person in this position will be responsible for conducting extension educational programming for the professional/commercial turfgrass industry and extension educators working with industry personnel and home consumers; developing extension education resources for the turfgrass industry and conducting sound research on the most critical needs of the turfgrass industry.  High School plus 2 years post secondary education and 2 years experience or H.S. and 4 years experience required; B.S. degree strongly preferred.  Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, understand and implement good science research and experimental design practices.  Apply online at jobs.okstate.edu or you may call 405.744.7401 or go by 106 Whitehurst Hall for assistance. If academic transcripts can not be attached to online application mail to: Dennis Martin, Horticulture & Landscape Architecture, 358 Ag Hall, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078   Application deadline 08-01-2008.  OSU is an AA/EEO E-Verify employer committed to multicultural diversity.

Position Title: (posted 05/22/09) GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIP: Have you ever thought about graduate school? Did you know you could get paid while pursuing a M.S. degree in the Horticulture and Landscape Architecture Department? CHECK US OUT at http://www.hortla.okstate.edu/hortla/graduateprogram.htm ! Further your education at Oklahoma State University under the direction of nationally recognized faculty located in the state’s premier education community. Stillwater, Oklahoma is one of America’s top micropolitan areas offering excellent schools, low crime rate, low cost of living, recreational and cultural opportunities. Half-time M.S. graduate assistantships are available to study in the following areas:
Stress and Postharvest Physiology
Turfgrass Science
Vegetables
Ornamentals
Fruit and Nut Crops Pharmacology
Phytochemistry
Extraction Science
Landscape Architecture

Out-of-state tuition is waived and medical benefits are available at no cost to the students. Stipends begin at $15,000/year. Additional performance-based enhancement scholarships are also available. Additional information concerning the department and faculty is available at http://www.hortla.okstate.edu/. Contact Dr. Jeff Anderson for additional information at Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, email jeff.anderson@okstate.edu, phone 405-744-5422. Information concerning O.S.U. Graduate College and an online application is available at http://gradcollege.okstate.edu/. Information concerning the city of Stillwater is available at http://www.stillwater.ok.us/.

 

 

Horticulture Related

Position: Field Development Specialist for Eastern & Southern USA. (posted 10/8/09) Travel will be 40-60%, they would like the candidate to be located near a major airport for travel purposes. The territory is the eastern 1/3 of USA and southern portion to AZ.

    • Individual will design and carry out field application and efficacy trials of seed enhancement products and new product concepts.
    • Design and carry out field trials to provide data for use in marketing and sales support.
    • Develop support documentation.
    • Issue field trial protocols.
    • Respond to requests for products for use by university researchers.

Requires BS; prefer MS or PhD. Three or more years experience in field plot work, along with demonstrated ability with field trial design, implementation and evaluation. For more information contact Tammy Jensen, agriCAREERS, Inc. 888-876-2051 or 712-779-3366., Email: tammy@agricareersinc.com

Position: 12-month, tenure-track Assistant Horticulture Professor. (posted 10/08/09) Located at West Central research and extensio Center, North Platte, NE, the position is 50% research and 50% extension responsibilities. Applicants must have a PhD in place by date of hire in horticulture, botany, or breeding and demonstrated competency in leading a successful research program including obtaining grants and publishing research results, and extension programming through leading workshops and outreach publications. To apply, go to http://employment.unl.edu Search for requisition #090541 and complete the Faculty Academic Administrative Informatio Form. Attach a letter of application and curriculum vitae, and arrange for 3 letters of reference to be emailed to: cwendt1@unl.edu by October 23, 2009. Review of applications will begin on October 23 and continues until the position is filled or the search is closed. For more information contact cwendt1@unl.edu .

 


 

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