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The Regional Science Coordinator supports the science-related activities of The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) chapters in MD, VA, and WV and cooperates and participates with other science staff of TACF. The coordinator supports and advises chapter breeding programs following accepted breeding-program protocol, including such activities as pollination, harvest and seed collection, seed storage and distribution, planting site selection, planning plantings, directing the planting and maintenance of chestnut trees, inoculating and selecting trees, and record keeping. In addition, the coordinator provides support to chapter programs by facilitating education and outreach opportunities, participating in chapter meetings, and acting as a link between the chapters and TACF’s headquarters. Read more »

Supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), CIAT is a non-profit organization that conducts socially and environmentally progressive research aimed at reducing hunger and poverty and preserving natural resources in developing countries.
Globalization of economies and growth of global food markets are driving demand for tropical fruits, both in and outside Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). More than 1100 edible fruit species are produced in LAC: the region’s rich array of tropical fruit diversity constitutes one of its most promising options for increasing rural incomes. Thus tapping into this potential, CIAT’s Tropical Fruits Program provides farmers, partners, local agencies, and entrepreneurs with the tools, technologies, and methodologies needed to better select likely products for development, and successfully produce, process, and market them.
The agricultural diversity of the research field also provides many opportunities for enhancing human nutrition and the environmental sustainability of agricultural systems in LAC, learning which can then be applied to other regions of the world.
CIAT is looking for a visionary and dynamic Agricultural System Specialist to carry out research on improving eco-efficiency of smallholder-based tropical fruit production systems in Latin America. Read more »

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) is now recruiting for a full-time Research Associate or Senior Research Technician in Environmental Horticulture to work in an industry driven research environment. Vineland is an independent, not-for-profit organization that was created to be a world-class centre for horticultural science and innovation. In its capacity to enable and foster relationships with industry, academia and government, Vineland works to deliver premium product and production innovations. Vineland brings a global perspective to the Canadian horticulture industry and offers a broad range of lasting benefits to stakeholders both locally and internationally. Aligned with industry needs, Vineland’s research priorities and outcomes are focused on the growth of the entire horticulture industry. Read more »

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) is now recruiting a full-time Research Scientist, Nursery and Landscape Horticulture. Vineland is an independent, not-for-profit organization that was created to be a world-class centre for horticultural science and innovation.  In its capacity to enable and foster relationships with industry, academia and government, Vineland works to deliver premium product and production innovations.  Vineland brings a global perspective to the Canadian horticulture industry and offers a broad range of lasting benefits to stakeholders both locally and internationally.  Aligned with industry needs, Vineland’s research priorities and outcomes are focused on the growth of the entire horticulture industry. Our people are the most important asset in achieving our goals and are known in the world for excellence in science and entrepreneurship.  Our staff enjoy outstanding benefits and an exciting and challenging work environment noted for collaboration and knowledge sharing all set against a backdrop of natural beauty. Read more »

Washington State University – Endowed Chair – Tree Fruit Whole Plant Physiology and Production Systems with the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.  The Department of Horticulture invites applications for a 12-month, tenure-track, funded 100% research, endowed chair position located at the Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center in Wenatchee, WA. The successful applicant will lead WSU’s pome fruit whole-plant physiology and production systems horticulture research program, participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching activities, and supervise graduate students. Read more »

Assistant Professor/ Plant Breeding

Oregon State University is accepting applications for an Assistant Professor Potato Breeding and Extension position (75% research, 25 % extension) located at the Hermiston Agricultural Research & Extension Center. This is a full time, 9 month tenure track position with a two-month supplementary salary provided on a fixed term basis at least until tenure is obtained. The appointee is expected to provide co-leadership for the statewide potato variety development program and the creation of a genetics and molecular biology research program focused on the genetic improvement of potato varieties in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.  Salary is commensurate with education and experience. To review posting and apply, go to http://oregonstate.edu/jobs/ Posting 0008708. Closing date: 5/15/2012. OSU is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer.

University of California, Davis

Research will focus on postharvest plant biology with emphasis on the influence of plant biology of produce or other plant based foods upon associated microbiota, including human pathogens. This research is recognized to have significant applied potential for developing improved handling strategies in food availability, safety, and defense; significant opportunities exist for fundamental research on unexplored aspects of plant/microbiota phyllosphere interactions. Research goals include working with academic and industrial contacts to apply knowledge of plant-microbial interactions to optimize postharvest management strategies under different environmental conditions, working with molecular/cellular biologists to identify key phenotypic or molecular traits that could improve handling strategies and food safety. Read more »

Located at Geneva, HEPIA is one of the schools of the University of Applied Sciences of Western Switzerland. Agronomy at Hepia is the only training program fully dedicated to horticulture in Switzerland, delivering bachelor and master degree diploma. Agronomy has developed both on the training and research sides past four years, and intends to increase its activities. We work on all fields of horticulture in a general meaning (see our web site, or contact below). We are looking for a full professor position in horticulture. Read more »

Vrije Universiteit Brussel (Belgium)

Teaching – The successful candidate will participate in a number of specialized undergraduate courses at Master level based on his/her research expertise, more precisely in International Course Programmes (M.Sc. in Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management, M.Sc. in Biology (including the International Course Programme Human Ecology). He/she will also be responsible for courses in biology at the Bachelor programme level.
Research – The candidate should have a broad, interdisciplinary view on the field of Functional Plant Science with a research profile, aiming at ecological upscaling of plant function to address vegetation or ecosystem scale processes. Elements relevant to adaptation of plants to global change from a physiological point of view are welcome. Research related to mangroves and adjacent marine (aquatic) ecosystems (wetlands, seagrass beds and coral reefs) facilitates the development of an interface with ongoing VUB research (within the Department of Biology and other departments). Applicants should have a strong research record and are expected to be involved in national and international networks. He/she has the capability of defining strategies and providing leadership for innovation. The successful candidate will be encouraged to interact with various departments. Read more »

FSC seeks applications for the position of a visiting professor from a developing country for one year, fixed-term appointment. The visiting professor is expected to work in the field of crop science in the trop¬ics and subtropics. Scientists with background in crop production and protection, agroecology, nutrient cycling, plant breeding, agricultural engineering as well as climate change and land use change impact modelling are equally encouraged to apply.The Center wishes to attract a scientist who is (1) either an internationally well-known senior expert with demonstrated, extensive expertise in crop science issues related to food security and distinguished networks in the international science community, esp. in the developing world or (2) an internationally outstanding young expert with superior competence in developing innovative research approaches, especially with respect to analytical methods that are relevant for food security research, and with an excellent publication record. Read more »