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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:The Department of Plant Science at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate position proposing, evaluating, and advocating productive and sustainable forage crop systems in the northeastern United States, particularly the inclusion of diverse annual and perennial forage species and their potential for intercropping, double cropping, cover cropping, and other crop rotations in the corn silage production systems. Specifically, the position will focus on 1) evaluating the impacts of the popular corn silage production system (corn + rye double cropping annual rotation) on soil health, pest infestation, surface, and groundwater quality, and abiotic stress resiliency; 2) proposing and studying the feasibility of renovated corn silage production systems; 3) quantifying the proposed corn silage production system environmental footprint and dairy manure handling capacity without contaminating surface and ground waters. The position is particularly well suited for an individual with solid forage agronomy, animal nutrition, nutrient cycling, soil health background, and capacity for systematic thinking and statistical analysis. The individual in this position would contribute to our forage team’s effort to establish a renowned forage program in the northeastern United States including team building process, funding acquisition, and scholarly output. The candidate is expected to interact with team members to integrate individual research projects into a corn silage production system framework.Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in agronomy, soil science, plant science, or a closely related field and be able to provide evidence that all requirements have been met for completion of the Ph.D. before the effective date of hire. This limited-term position is funded for one year from the hire date with an excellent possibility of re-funding. This position will be located at Penn State in University Park, Pennsylvania.The successful candidate will work with Dr. Guojie Wang. Interested applicants should submit (a) a letter outlining their interest in and fit for the position, (b) a CV, and (c) contact information for three references to Dr. Guojie Wang at: [email protected] position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster (https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/Federal-Contractors-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf) PA State Labor Law PosterAffirmative Action (https://policy.psu.edu/policies/hr11) Penn State PoliciesCopyright Information (https://www.psu.edu/copyright-information) HotlinesUniversity Park, PA