Associate Professor or Professor of Plant Biology/ Director of Lake Erie Grape Research and Extension Center (LERGREC)
Penn State UniversityErie, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted February 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
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Job Description
The School of Science at Penn State Behrend invites applications for an Associate or Full Professor of Plant Biology and Director of the Lake Erie Regional Grape Research and Extension Center (LERGREC). The successful candidate will be faculty in the biology department at Penn State Behrend and will be jointly appointed with the College of Agricultural Sciences at University Park. The ideal candidate will complement existing department strengths, seek external funding, contribute to our core biology curriculum, and join a collaborative academic community that uniquely blends the supportive atmosphere of a small college with the resources of a world-class R1 university.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Plant Biology, Phytopathology, Viticulture, or a closely related discipline
- Established record of scholarly achievement appropriate for appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor
- At least 8 years of experience in research and teaching
- Proven success in leading research teams, securing external funding, and supervising personnel or programs
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- Generous 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children
