Assistant Professor - Plant and Soil Microbiome-2182 493759 Langston VP ACADEMIC AFFAIRS (LU)
Faculty Opening on: Jan 26 2026
Dean of School of Agriculture (LU)
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Contact Name & Email Nika Wilson, luhumanresources@langston.edu
Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
Appointment Length Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range $70,000 - $74,000 Commensurate with education and experience
Priority Application Date While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.
Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter, official transcript(s) and three professional recommendation letters.
About this Position
The Sherman School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Plant and Soil Microbiome with responsibilities in research, teaching, and extension. The successful candidate will establish a dynamic, externally funded research program focused on plant-associated and soil microbial communities, as well as their roles in enhancing soil health, improving crop productivity, and promoting agroecosystem resilience. Priority areas include rhizosphere interactions, microbial ecology, and the sustainable application of the microbiome in agriculture.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct independent and collaborative research using advanced techniques (e.g., metagenomics, microbial culturing);
Publish in peer-reviewed journals;
Mentor students.
Teach courses such as Soil Microbiology and Plant-Microbe Interactions;
Develop curricula and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Lead outreach activities that translate research into actionable practices for farmers and stakeholders, including workshops, field days, and extension publications.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Soil Microbiology, Microbial Ecology, Agronomy, Environmental Science, or a related field (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Record of peer-reviewed publications
Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Strong communication and collaboration skills