The ASU
Office of Institutional Research and Assessment has an immediate
opening for a Secretary/Data Entry Specialist. For more
information contact Dr. Ramesh Maddali at (601) 877-6123.
The Systems Research Institute
(SRI) Department of Advanced Technologies School of Agriculture,
Research, Extension, and Applied Sciences has immediate openings
for Software Engineer Research Associate- SRI; Image
Processing and Pattern Recognition Expert- SRI; Statistician-
SRI.
Please send curriculum vitae,
career goal statement, official transcripts from all domestic
institutions attended and three letters of recommendation to:
Kwabena Agyepong, Director
Systems Research Institute
Department of Advanced Technologies
School of Agriculture, Research
Extension, and Applied Sciences
1000 ASU Drive #360
Alcorn State University
Alcorn State, MS 39096
kwabena@lorman.alcorn.edu
Descriptions follow.
Software Engineer Research
Associate. Applicant must have Ph.D. or M.S. in Computer
Science/Software Engineering or closely related discipline.
Experience in specifying, architecting, designing, verifying,
implementing, and testing software components and systems languages,
environments and areas such as: C, C++, and Java; Python, and Perl;
Windows and Java environments. Experience with J2EE development, Net
web application development, project management, database design and
administration on engines such as DB2, Oracle, or MS SQL Server.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; substantive track
record indicating extensive practical experience. Track record of
scholarly research in the area is a plus.
Image Processing and Pattern
Recognition Expert. Applicant must have Ph.D. in Engineering,
Computer Science, Mathematics or closely related discipline relevant
to image-processing, pattern recognition, and Geo-spatial
information systems. Applicant should have a track record of
scholarly research n the area, excellent oral and communication
skills; substantive publications in national and internationally
scholarly journals and conference; track record indication an
ability to secure funding for research and conduct laboratory and
curriculum development.
Statistician. Applicant
must have Ph.D. in Statistics, Bio-statistics or closely related
area. Applicant should have a track record of scholarly research in
the area, excellent oral and written communication skills;
substantive publications in national and international scholarly
journals and conference; track record indicating an ability to
secure funding for research and conduct laboratory and curriculum
development.
ASU
Cooperative
Extension has an immediate opening
for a qualified Chief Programmer. Must have a Master's
degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering,
Engineering, or related field plus 3 years of experience in the
position offered or 3 years experience developing applications.
In lieu
of a Master's degree as described and 3 years of experience as
described, employer will accept a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Engineering, or related
field plus 5 years of experience in the position offered or 5 years
experience developing applications. 40 hrs/wk. Must have legal
authority to work in the U.S.
Send
resume and cover letter to Dr. Dalton McAfee, Alcorn State
University, 1000 ASU Drive, #479 Lorman, MS 39096.
The ASU College for Excellence
has an immediate opening for an Academic Advisor for Student
Athletes. The Advisor will develop, coordinate, implement and
assess academic support and other retention services and programs
for student-athletes, counsel student-athletes and monitor their
overall academic progress, coordinate the tutorial programs and
study halls for student-athletes, and analyze academic data as
required on student-athletes and report the results. Applicants must
have a Masters degree in Counseling, Education, or related field and
minimum of three years of appropriate experience. The ideal
candidate will be experienced in counseling or teaching secondary or
post-secondary students and have a working knowledge of NCAA rules.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the use of
PC word processing, spreadsheet, and graphic presentation software.
Excellent oral and written communications skills required.
Applicants should submit a letter
of interest, resume, transcripts, official ASU employment
application, and three letters of professional reference by March 23
to:
Dr. Edward L. Vaughn, Dean
College for Excellence
Alcorn State University
1000 ASU Drive 900
Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
The ASU Center for
Information Technology Services (CITS) has immediate openings
for a Programmer/Junior Database Administrator
and Senior Network Technician/Junior Network Administrator.
Programmer/Junior Database
Administrator is responsible for the implementation and
administration of an Oracle based integrated suite of administrative
software and developing web applications.
Senior Network
Technician/Junior Network
Administrator handles
day to day support requirements of local campus and remote site
users, resolves network related issues and analyzes other
infrastructure issues.
Please send letters of
application/nomination, three letters of recommendation and resume’
or inquiries to:
Jonathan Turner, PhD, Director
Center for Information Technology Services
Alcorn State University
1000 ASU Drive, #1050
Alcorn State, MS 39069-7500
The ASU School of Agriculture,
Research, Extension and Applied Sciences has immediate openings
for Post Doctorate/Entomologist, Research Associate/ GIS Specialist, Data Support Technician,
Research Assistant/Technician, and Research Associate. To Apply:
Send (1) letter of application, (2) current resume, (3) official
transcripts from all universities and colleges attended, and (4)
three current letters of references to:
Janice Davis
1000 ASU Drive #330
Alcorn State, MS 39096
Phone: (601) 877-6136 Fax:
(601) 877-6694 Email:
jdavis@lorman.alcorn.edu Descriptions follow.
Post Doctorate/Entomologist
is a one year research non faculty position. Location: Alcorn State
University Demo Farm, Mound Bayou, MS. Starting Date: March
15, 2005.
The applicant must possess a
Doctorate in Entomology / intergraded pest management with emphasis
on soil. Must have at least two years experience with the ability
to develop traps and sustainable methods of controlling wireworm
insects in sweet potato or closely related root or tuber
crops.
The Entomologist will assist PIs
in all aspect of field and laboratory research associated with
evaluating sweet potato germ plasma. The individual will also be
responsible for raising wireworm larvae and evaluating natural and
commercial insecticide for their effectiveness. The candidate will
also be responsible for developing successful proposals for
funding.
Application Deadline: February
28, 2005. Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Fringe
Benefits: Membership in Mississippi public employee’s retirement
system, Group Hospitalization, Life Insurance, Holidays, Paid/sick
leave
Research Associate/ GIS
Specialist is a 25% part-time one year research non
faculty position. Location: Alcorn State University, Alcorn
State, MS. Starting Date: March 15, 2005.
Master’s Degree required in
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)/Remote Sensing with strong
background in Surveying, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Geodesy,
Photogrammetry, and Geo-statistic. Also requires significant work
toward PH.D. and minimum of 4 years experience in principles and
practices of GIS; the implementation, utilization, and maintenance
of an ESRI-based GIS; spatial data development and analysis;
automated Cartography; Web Technologies. Experience in Farmworks
software is a plus. Familiarity with research analysis, project
management, and office automation software packages such as
Microsoft office, Statistical packages such as S-plus, SPSS, GS+,
SigmaPlot, and Jump.
The successful candidate will
assist all research scientists and students with GIS/ Remote
Sensing, plot layouts and statistical analysis. The candidate will
work at multiple sites (Mound Bayou & Lorman).
Application Deadline:
February 28, 2005. Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Fringe Benefits:
Membership in Mississippi public employee’s retirement system, Group
Hospitalization, Life Insurance, Holidays, Paid/Sick leave
Data Support Technician is
a 50% Part-time one year research non faculty position.
Location: Alcorn State University, Alcorn State, MS.
Starting Date: March 15, 2005.
B.S. preferred but will consider
individual who possess strong skills and at least 3 years of
experience and substantial work toward completion of bachelors.
Individual will be responsible
for compiling and analyzing data, assisting all P.I.s with seminars,
power point and poster presentations, conducting internet research
and manuscript preparation. Must have experience in WordPerfect,
Excel, PowerPoint, Banner, Microsoft and GIS/GPS Technology.
Application Deadline is
February 28, 2005. Salary commensurate with qualifications. Fringe
Benefits: Membership in Mississippi public employee’s
retirement system, Group Hospitalization, Life Insurance, Holidays,
Paid/Sick leave
Research Assistant/Technician
is a one year research non faculty position. Location:
Alcorn State University, Alcorn State, MS. Starting Date:
March 15, 2005.
The individual must possess a
M.S. in Agriculture, Biology, or Chemistry. The individual must
have at least one-year experience with HPLC. Additional experience
with plant analysis is a plus.
The research assistant will
report directly to all investigators. The individual will be
responsible for assisting the fieldwork, evaluation of germ plasma,
and analytical procedures (predominantly HPLC) for sweet potato
bioactive components. The successful candidate will have good
interpersonal skills and will be able to supervise work students on
an Evans/Allen CSREES funded project.
Application Deadline: February
28, 2005. Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Fringe Benefits: Membership in
Mississippi public employee’s retirement system, Group
Hospitalization, Life Insurance, Holidays, Paid/Sick leave
Research Associate is a
one year research non faculty position. Location: Alcorn State
University Demo Farm, Mound Bayou, MS. Starting Date: March
15, 2005.
M.S. Degree preferred or B.S.
Degree required in Agribusiness, Horticulture, Agronomy, or closely
related fields and substantial work toward a Masters Degree. The
applicant that posses a B.S. Degree should have at least 3 years
experience associated with field plot layout, data acquisition,
remote sensing, GIS (Geographical Information System) and GPS
(Global Position Systems) Technology. This position requires
experience in grid soil and/or plant tissue sampling with good
record keeping skills. The candidate should have knowledge of
Microsoft Office, Arc View, Farm Works (Site Mate, Trac Mate) and
other software packages. Candidates should be able to successfully
operate basic farm equipment and scientific instruments. Candidate
should have a valid private applicator certificate license and is
able to safely handle restricted use pesticides.
The Research Associate will
report directly to the Principle Investigator and will assist
research Scientists in all aspects of sweet potato research which
involves crop rotation with Brassica, treatment applications,
companion planting, data collections, and an evaluation of wireworm
infested storage roots. The applicant must have good communication
and interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team
on an Evans/Allen CSREES funded project. The successful candidate
should have the ability to provide supervision for student workers
and other personnel associated wit the project.
Application Deadline: February
28, 2005. Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Fringe Benefits: Membership in
Mississippi public employee’s retirement system, Group
Hospitalization, Life Insurance, Holidays, Paid/sick leave
The ASU Student Affairs
Office has immediate openings for an Activity Director
and Advisory/Office Manager.
Activity Director is a
full-time position for Enhancing Student’s Experience Through
Engagement. The Director will be responsible for carrying out
activities to develop Alcorn State University capacity for the
meaningful engagement of students, faculty and staff in
co-curricular activities, outside of the classroom as a means of
adding value, humanism, civic and social responsibility,
volunteerism, leadership, and teamwork to students. Applicant must
possess at least a master’s degree in Counseling Education, have
experience working with college/university students in a supervisory
role. Demonstrate leadership and interpersonal skills are absolutely
necessary.
Advisory/Office Manager is
a full-time position. Applicant must have secretarial/computer and
interpersonal skills. Individual must be a good advisor and able to
work on weekend and evenings, and provide leadership in promoting
volunteerism among students. Excellent oral and written
communication skills are necessary for the position.
Please send letters of
application/nomination, three letters of recommendation and resume’
or inquiries to:
Mr. LaPlose T. Jackson
Vice President for Student Affairs
Alcorn State University
1000 ASU Drive, #239
Alcorn State, MS 39069-7500
The ASU School of AREAS
has immediate openings for a Research Aide and Research
Technician. For additional information call Dr. Patrick Igbokwe
at (601) 877-6542.
The ASU Campus Union
has an immediate opening for a janitor. One or two years of
janitorial experience preferred. For more information contact Willie
W. Moses Jr. at (601) 877-6320.
Advertising for Open or Vacant Positions
The
following procedure must be followed when posting a vacant position
in your department in order to comply with university policy and
Mississippi Department of Labor standards.
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Prepare a position
description for the open or vacant position
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Forward a copy of the
position description to the Director of Human Resources for
posting
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Forward a copy pf the
position description to the Office of University Relations for
posting on the Weekly Bulletin
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List the open or vacant
position with the Mississippi Employment Security Commission,
i.e. “Job Service”, in addition to any other advertisement
medium used.
For
additional information on hiring procedures, please contact the
Office of Human Resources at 877-6188.
