High Erucic Acid Rapeseed Breeding Academic Position

The Department of Plant Science, University of Manitoba, invites applications for a full time tenure-track assistant professor position in Brassica breeding with an emphasis on High Erucic Acid Rapeseed (HEAR) breeding. The HEAR breeding program has been a continuously funded, successful research and development program at the University of Manitoba for over 30 years, with continued strong industry support expected. The Department’s Brassica breeding programs have a solid foundation of HEAR/canola germplasm and associated intellectual property. The transition to hybrid novel herbicide tolerant HEAR cultivars is occurring currently. The University of Manitoba is committed to the long-term continuation of the HEAR breeding program. The HEAR breeding position will start on January 1, 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in plant breeding and genetics. Proven experience in planning and conducting field and controlled environment research and in experimental design and analysis is essential. Knowledge of novel herbicide tolerant and hybrid oilseed Brassica breeding would be a definite asset. Preference will be given to candidates who have oilseed Brassica breeding experience, who have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong research and publication record, proven teaching experience, and leadership qualities.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach diploma, undergraduate degree, and post-graduate courses in genetics, plant breeding and/or general crop production, and to supervise post-graduate students. The position also requires the development and maintenance of an externally-funded research program that addresses fundamental and applied areas of science related to HEAR cultivar development. The successful candidate is expected to work collaboratively with industry, with other faculty members, and with scientists at other institutions, and to interact with producers and extension specialists.

Consideration of applications will begin June 30, 2011. Applications, including i) curriculum vitae, ii) official transcripts, iii) statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, iv) reprints of up to five recent publications and v) a list of three references with contact information including email addresses, should be sent as hard copy to:

Dr. Peter B. E. McVetty, Head
Department of Plant Science
University of Manitoba, Winnipeg
Manitoba, Canada R3T 2N2
Phone: (204) 474-6074 Fax: (204) 474-7528
Email: Peter_McVetty@UManitoba.CA

Electronically submitted or incomplete applications will not be considered. Information on the Department of Plant Science, the University, and the City of Winnipeg is available through our website: www.umanitoba.ca/afs/Plant_Science/

The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified women and men including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba).
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