Director - Northeastern IPM Center with Cornell University in Ithaca, New York
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» Jobs » Director - Northeastern IPM Center with Cornell University in Ithaca, New York Director - Northeastern IPM Center with Cornell University in Ithaca, New York
Posted on October 17, 2017
Type of position Senior Extension Associate (non-tenure track)
Employer Cornell University
Description of Employer The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and
Cornell University's second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges
of our time through world-renowned research, education and outreach. The questions we probe
and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: natural and human systems;?
food, energy and environmental resources;? and social, physical and economic well-being.
The Northeastern IPM Center fosters the development and adoption of integrated pest
management, a science-based approach to dealing with pests - one that provides economic,
environmental, and human health benefits. We engage with stakeholders in agricultural, urban,
and rural settings who work with us to identify and address regional priorities, whether for
research, education, or outreach.
Location Ithaca, New York
Description of Location The Director leads the Northeastern IPM Center to fulfill its mission of fostering integrated pest
management in the region in ways that generate economic, environmental, and human health
benefits. This professional works in partnership with stakeholders from agricultural, urban, and
rural settings to help them identify and address priorities for research, education, and outreach
in the northeastern U.S. (for details on the region and Center, see http://www.northeastipm.org).
The position involves strategizing, managing and diversifying funding; networking and fostering
teams; developing regional information;? and co-managing the grants program.
Salary Competitive
Closing date of competition 11/15/2017
Date position available 1/1/2018
Description of duties
The Director leads the Northeastern IPM Center to fulfill its mission of fostering integrated pest
management in the region in ways that generate economic, environmental, and human health
benefits. This professional works in partnership with stakeholders from agricultural, urban, and
rural settings to help them identify and address priorities for research, education, and outreach
in the northeastern U.S. (for details on the region and Center, see http://www.northeastipm.org). The position involves strategizing, managing and diversifying funding? networking and fostering teams? developing regional information; and co-managing the grants program.
The job duties include:
• Develop and follow a strategic plan for the Center that coheres with its mission and
review it annually with staff and advisors.
• Develop and adhere to budgets, submit proposals, oversee the fulfilling of objectives.
• Diligently manage Center finances, reporting, and continuation proposals, and oversee
all projects.
• Connect with scientists, Extension personnel, growers, activists, and others across the
Northeast, not only to understand their needs and priorities, but to also help meet those
needs through IPM programming and grants.
• Document and disseminate IPM success stories and other relevant IPM information
through the IPM Insights quarterly newsletter.
• Define and develop reporting mechanisms for measurable outcomes;? analyze and
evaluate major program efforts.
• Ensure that the Center's IPM Partnership Grants Program ($300,000) and other funding
sources are managed effectively.
• Serve as a liaison to constituents.
• Participate in courses, workshops, seminars, and self-guided study to hone managerial
and leadership skills.
This position is full-time and will be located in Ithaca, New York. This is a five-year
appointment with possible extension depending on funding and performance.
The anticipated start date is January 1, 2018 or as negotiated.
Qualifications sought
Required Qualifications:
• Master of Science degree from an accredited institution in an IPM-related field with 8+
years of relevant experience in education, entomology, plant pathology, IPM,
Cooperative Extension, or a closely related field
• Broad knowledge and experience in IPM and an ability to effectively interact and
communicate orally-and in writing-with growers, consultants, faculty extension staff,
government entities, and the public.
• Comfortable with electronic communication.
• Talent in leading and inspiring teams of staff and other ad hoc groups.
• Proven organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of budgets, budgeting, finance, and fundraising.
• Broad management experience.
• Prior experience in project management, coordination, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of the Land Grant System and Cooperative
Extension.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work with diverse audiences in group
and one-on-one settings, working effectively with advisory boards, committees, and
funding partners.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• PhD from an accredited institution in an IPM-related field with 6+ years of relevant
experience in education, entomology, plant pathology, IPM, Cooperative Extension, or a
closely related field.
• Familiarity with pest management issues in both the agricultural and urban sector.
Submit what Please apply via Academic Jobs On-line https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/10133
Qualified applications should submit a cover letter, résumé or curriculum vitae and the names of
at least three individuals who can be contacted to provide letters of recommendation
The position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin on November 15,
2017.
Additional Information College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Life. Changing.
Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive
community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and
contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and
engagement. Located in Ithaca, New York, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the
medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as
the new Cornell Tech campus to be built on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York C
» Jobs » Director - Northeastern IPM Center with Cornell University in Ithaca, New York Director - Northeastern IPM Center with Cornell University in Ithaca, New York
Posted on October 17, 2017
Type of position Senior Extension Associate (non-tenure track)
Employer Cornell University
Description of Employer The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and
Cornell University's second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges
of our time through world-renowned research, education and outreach. The questions we probe
and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: natural and human systems;?
food, energy and environmental resources;? and social, physical and economic well-being.
The Northeastern IPM Center fosters the development and adoption of integrated pest
management, a science-based approach to dealing with pests - one that provides economic,
environmental, and human health benefits. We engage with stakeholders in agricultural, urban,
and rural settings who work with us to identify and address regional priorities, whether for
research, education, or outreach.
Location Ithaca, New York
Description of Location The Director leads the Northeastern IPM Center to fulfill its mission of fostering integrated pest
management in the region in ways that generate economic, environmental, and human health
benefits. This professional works in partnership with stakeholders from agricultural, urban, and
rural settings to help them identify and address priorities for research, education, and outreach
in the northeastern U.S. (for details on the region and Center, see http://www.northeastipm.org).
The position involves strategizing, managing and diversifying funding; networking and fostering
teams; developing regional information;? and co-managing the grants program.
Salary Competitive
Closing date of competition 11/15/2017
Date position available 1/1/2018
Description of duties
The Director leads the Northeastern IPM Center to fulfill its mission of fostering integrated pest
management in the region in ways that generate economic, environmental, and human health
benefits. This professional works in partnership with stakeholders from agricultural, urban, and
rural settings to help them identify and address priorities for research, education, and outreach
in the northeastern U.S. (for details on the region and Center, see http://www.northeastipm.org). The position involves strategizing, managing and diversifying funding? networking and fostering teams? developing regional information; and co-managing the grants program.
The job duties include:
• Develop and follow a strategic plan for the Center that coheres with its mission and
review it annually with staff and advisors.
• Develop and adhere to budgets, submit proposals, oversee the fulfilling of objectives.
• Diligently manage Center finances, reporting, and continuation proposals, and oversee
all projects.
• Connect with scientists, Extension personnel, growers, activists, and others across the
Northeast, not only to understand their needs and priorities, but to also help meet those
needs through IPM programming and grants.
• Document and disseminate IPM success stories and other relevant IPM information
through the IPM Insights quarterly newsletter.
• Define and develop reporting mechanisms for measurable outcomes;? analyze and
evaluate major program efforts.
• Ensure that the Center's IPM Partnership Grants Program ($300,000) and other funding
sources are managed effectively.
• Serve as a liaison to constituents.
• Participate in courses, workshops, seminars, and self-guided study to hone managerial
and leadership skills.
This position is full-time and will be located in Ithaca, New York. This is a five-year
appointment with possible extension depending on funding and performance.
The anticipated start date is January 1, 2018 or as negotiated.
Qualifications sought
Required Qualifications:
• Master of Science degree from an accredited institution in an IPM-related field with 8+
years of relevant experience in education, entomology, plant pathology, IPM,
Cooperative Extension, or a closely related field
• Broad knowledge and experience in IPM and an ability to effectively interact and
communicate orally-and in writing-with growers, consultants, faculty extension staff,
government entities, and the public.
• Comfortable with electronic communication.
• Talent in leading and inspiring teams of staff and other ad hoc groups.
• Proven organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of budgets, budgeting, finance, and fundraising.
• Broad management experience.
• Prior experience in project management, coordination, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of the Land Grant System and Cooperative
Extension.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work with diverse audiences in group
and one-on-one settings, working effectively with advisory boards, committees, and
funding partners.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• PhD from an accredited institution in an IPM-related field with 6+ years of relevant
experience in education, entomology, plant pathology, IPM, Cooperative Extension, or a
closely related field.
• Familiarity with pest management issues in both the agricultural and urban sector.
Submit what Please apply via Academic Jobs On-line https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/10133
Qualified applications should submit a cover letter, résumé or curriculum vitae and the names of
at least three individuals who can be contacted to provide letters of recommendation
The position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin on November 15,
2017.
Additional Information College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Life. Changing.
Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive
community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and
contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and
engagement. Located in Ithaca, New York, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the
medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as
the new Cornell Tech campus to be built on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York C
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