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We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n  </div>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\"><strong>Why Choose Us?&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n  </div>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\">At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success.&nbsp; Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.&nbsp; Benefits include:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n   <ul>\n    <li>\n     <p style=\"margin-left:0px\"><strong>Generous Retirement Contributions:</strong> The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></li>\n    <li>\n     <p style=\"margin-left:0px\"><strong>Exceptional Health &amp; Prescription Coverage:</strong> Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include <a href=\"https://www.uwyo.edu/hr/_files/docs/employee-benefits/medical-dental-rates-2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">4 deductible options to suit your needs</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></li>\n    <li>\n     <p style=\"margin-left:0px\"><strong>Paid Time Off:</strong> Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></li>\n    <li>\n     <p style=\"margin-left:0px\"><strong>Tuition Waiver:</strong> Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></li>\n    <li>\n     <p style=\"margin-left:0px\"><strong>Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs:</strong> Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></li>\n   </ul>\n  </div>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\">At the <strong>University of Wyoming</strong>, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW’s <a href=\"https://www.uwyo.edu/hr/_files/docs/employee-benefits/benefit-summary.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Benefits Summary</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n  </div>\n  <p><strong>JOB TITLE:</strong></p>\n  <p>Assistant Professor –&nbsp;Agronomy or Horticulture</p>\n  <p><strong>JOB PURPOSE:</strong></p>\n  <p>The Department of Plant Sciences in the College of Agriculture, Life Sciences, and Natural Resources at the University of Wyoming is seeking applicants for an assistant professor position specializing in agricultural technology relevant to crop production or protection. This is an academic year (9-month), tenure-track faculty position with appointments in research and teaching. The successful applicant will have the option of being located on the main campus in Laramie, or at one of the University of Wyoming Research and Extension Centers in Lingle, Powell, or Sheridan, WY.</p>\n  <p>Agriculture is currently undergoing a digital revolution. Autonomous robotics, aerial scouting with satellites and UAVs, and ever-increasing applications of artificial intelligence and precision agriculture are becoming commonplace on farms across the country. Vast amounts of data are being collected and analyzed to improve crop production efficiency and to lower the environmental footprint of agriculture. The successful candidate for this position will understand how technology is likely to impact the plant protection and crop science industries and will teach courses in at least one of the following areas of current and future ag technology development:</p>\n  <ul>\n   <li>Aerial scouting methods, image processing and interpretation</li>\n   <li>Data science and management - programming and dealing with large agronomic data sets, which are often variable and spatial in nature</li>\n   <li>Precision agriculture -&nbsp;incorporating spatial and climate variability into planning and real-time decision making for sustainable production</li>\n  </ul>\n  <p>The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research program in an area of agronomy or crop science which incorporates modern and novel technologies. This faculty member will help extend UW’s focus on data science and computing to relevant stakeholders and may interact closely with&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.uwyo.edu/soc/people/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">faculty in the School of Computing</a>, in addition to collaborations with Plant Sciences faculty and collaborators at Wyoming community colleges.&nbsp;Coursework (2 to 3 courses per year, in consultation with the Department Head) will be offered online or through hybrid methods.</p>\n  <p>To learn more about UW Plant Sciences faculty and degree programs, visit <a href=\"http://www.uwyo.edu/plantsciences\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.uwyo.edu/plantsciences</a></p>\n  <p>&nbsp;Resources available to this position include four research and extension centers located across the state.</p>\n  <p>Laramie :&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href=\"http://www.uwyo.edu/uwexpstn/centers/laramie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">http://www.uwyo.edu/uwexpstn/centers/laramie</a></p>\n  <p>Lingle:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href=\"http://www.uwyo.edu/uwexpstn/centers/sarec\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">http://www.uwyo.edu/uwexpstn/centers/sarec</a></p>\n  <p>Powell:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href=\"http://www.uwyo.edu/uwexpstn/centers/powell\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">http://www.uwyo.edu/uwexpstn/centers/powell</a></p>\n  <p>Sheridan:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href=\"http://www.uwyo.edu/uwexpstn/centers/sheridan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">http://www.uwyo.edu/uwexpstn/centers/sheridan</a></p>\n  <p><strong>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p>\n  <ul>\n   <li>Teach 2 to 3 courses per year in an area related to agricultural technology.</li>\n   <li>Identify and develop new technologies that can be adopted by producers and land managers in Wyoming and the surrounding region.</li>\n   <li>Secure extramural funding to support an innovative and sustainable research program related to agronomy or crop science.</li>\n   <li>Publish research in appropriate peer-reviewed journals.</li>\n   <li>Have a strong commitment to the mission of a land-grant institution.</li>\n  </ul>\n  <p style=\"margin-left:0in\"><strong>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></p>\n  <ul>\n   <li>Earned PhD in agronomy, crop science, IPM, or closely related field at the time of appointment. Consideration will be given to applicants that are currently pursuing their doctoral degree and will complete the degree prior to starting work.</li>\n   <li>Demonstrated expertise in novel technologies being applied to crop production or plant protection.</li>\n   <li>Evidence of ability to conduct independent and collaborative research.</li>\n  </ul>\n  <p><strong>DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></p>\n  <ul>\n   <li>Relevant experience teaching coursework related to agricultural technologies.</li>\n   <li>Evidence of teaching and mentoring excellence.</li>\n   <li>A strong record of peer-reviewed publications and scholarly accomplishments related to developing or applying technological innovations to agricultural issues.</li>\n   <li>Demonstrated ability to secure extramural funding from competitive and other sources to support novel research.</li>\n   <li>Evidence of an understanding of, and commitment to, the land grant mission.</li>\n   <li>Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the <a href=\"https://www.uwyo.edu/regs-policies/_files/docs/policies/uw-sap-7-9.10-vehicle-sap-driver-portion-approved4-27-22.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Driving for University Business SAP</a>.&nbsp;</li>\n  </ul>\n  <p><strong>REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:</strong></p>\n  <p>Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application:</p>\n  <ul>\n   <li>Cover letter that explains: \n    <ul>\n     <li>Your interest in the position</li>\n     <li>How your education and training have prepared you to successfully address the duties and responsibilities of this position</li>\n     <li>How you meet the minimum and desired qualifications of the position</li>\n     <li>Your vision for the position</li>\n    </ul></li>\n   <li>Current CV or resume</li>\n   <li>Names and contact information of four professional references (include name, title, address, phone, and email). References will only be contacted for short-listed candidates.</li>\n   <li>Copies of all transcripts (originals will be requested later if chosen for an on-campus interview)&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>\n  </ul>\n  <p><strong>This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 2/13/2026 will receive full consideration.</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\"><strong>WORK LOCATION:&nbsp;</strong></p>\n  </div>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\"><strong>On-campus:</strong> This position requires the successful candidate to be available to work on-site, but the candidate will be able to select from the main Laramie campus or one of three R&amp;E Centers for their duty location.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n  </div>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\"><strong>WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:&nbsp;</strong></p>\n  </div>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\">Work authorization sponsorship may be available for this position, conditioned on the non-applicability of the fees implemented in 90 FR 46027 to the visa petition.</p>\n  </div>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\"><strong>HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:  &nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n  </div>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\">All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email <a href=\"mailto:[email protected]/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">[email protected]</a>.  &nbsp;</p>\n  </div>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\"><strong>ABOUT LARAMIE:&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n  </div>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\">The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the <a href=\"https://www.uwyo.edu/uw/aboutuw/about-laramie.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">About Laramie website</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n  </div>\n  <div style=\"font-style:normal; font-weight:400; margin:0px; padding:0px\">\n   <p style=\"margin-left:0px\">Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit <a href=\"http://visitlaramie.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">http://visitlaramie.org/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n  </div>\n </div>\n</div>",
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