Cooperative Extension Area Weed Science Advisor

About This Role

Implement and lead an innovative multi-county extension education and applied research program focused on addressing weed management challenges in Sonoma, Napa, and Marin counties for the University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Responsibilities

• Implement multi-county extension education and applied research program addressing weed management challenges
• Conduct applied research focused on community challenges using integrated weed management approaches
• Share research results directly with clientele and communities through various educational methods
• Disseminate information through diverse channels including radio, webinars, fact sheets, and social media
• Publish findings in newsletters, popular press, curricula, conference proceedings, and peer-reviewed journals
• Extend science-based information to clientele including agricultural producers, dairy producers, and rangeland managers
• Collaborate with other Cooperative Extension Advisors, Specialists, and clientele on applied research
• Work with external networks such as Weed Management Areas and Land Trusts
• Maintain office hours and fieldwork in the geographic area covered by the position

Requirements

• Knowledge and experience in weed management and research
• Skills to design and implement a program leading to positive changes and impact
• Technical competence in experimental techniques
• Ability to work with a diverse range of clientele
• Unrestricted and permanent work authorization in the United States

Qualifications

• Master's degree in weed science, plant science, agronomy, crop science, or a related field

Nice to Have

• Experience in successful extension programming and applied research
• Deep understanding of cropping systems, weed science, and pest management
• Understanding of and/or willingness to learn about weed management in rangeland and pasture systems
• Bilingual in Spanish or another language common in the region served

Benefits