The position of Assistant Professor in crop science at the Agricultural University of Iceland is open for applications. The position is within in the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences. The faculty's primary responsibility is to share and preserve knowledge while improving understanding in the field of land use and livestock management. Moreover, it seeks to foster innovation through research, dissemination, and education. The covered topics are diverse and span interdisciplinary aspects, encompassing biological, technical, economic, and social factors associated with agricultural production and its broader impact on the environment and society.
Responsibilities
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Conduct and lead internationally recognized research in the field of sustainable crop production
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Publish peer-reviewed scientific papers, raise research grants, and actively participate in international and national collaborations
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Teach and develop courses at undergraduate and post-graduate level
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Supervise students in research projects
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Participate in the faculty´s administrative work as relevant.
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Participation in the enhancement of research and development activities within the University
Capabilities
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PhD in crop science or other disciplines in natural sciences that benefits sustainable crop production
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Experience of research in the field of crop sciences or related fields
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Teaching experience together with the ability and willingness for diverse knowledge dissemination in the field
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A clear vision for applied research and development in the field
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Ability to work independently and as a part of a group
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Excellent collaboration and communication skills
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Excellent command of English and preferably Icelandic
Further information
Applicants must enclose with their application a certificate of their academic career and work, a bibliography, a report on scientific work and other work they have done, a cover letter including information on research emphases and ideas for teaching methods/development of knowledge dissemination in the field.
According to regulations of the Agricultural University of Iceland the rector is permitted to grant a promotion to the position of Associate or Full Professor immediately following a new recruitment, should the appointee fulfil required qualifications.
The Agricultural University of Iceland reserves its rights to reject all applications. All applicants will receive an answer when a decision about the appointment has been made.
This is a full-time position
Application deadline is 08.03.2024
For more information contact
- Erla Sturludóttir,
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Sími: 433 5000 - Guðmunda Smáradóttir,
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