Job
Announcements
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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.
- Prepare a position description for
the open or vacant position
- Forward a copy of the position
description to the Director of Human Resources for posting
- Forward a copy pf the position
description to the Office of University Relations for posting on
the Weekly Bulletin
- 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.
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ASU
Physical Plant Office has an immediate opening
for the position of Secretary. Responsibilities are to
assist the director in a variety of Administrative matters,
provide support for the operations of the department and interact
with other departments. Assist in developing and maintaining the
department budget and records, maintain various reports and
project status as required and perform similar duties and
responsibilities as assigned or required.
Qualifications: Must function under a minimum of
direct supervision. Successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s
degree in Business Administration or similar education in
management finance or accounting. Extensive and relevant
experience in lieu of a degree may be considered. Three years of
responsible administrative experience required. Strong
interpersonal ability, exemplary written and oral communication
skills.
Must be well versed in various computer software programs. Capable
of typing at least 40 wpm, able to key touch an adding machine and
experienced in word processing.
Send application for employment, resume, copy
of transcript(s) and three letters of reference
to:
Mr. Jessie Stephney,
Director of Physical Plant
1000 ASU Drive #299
Alcorn State University
Alcorn Staten Mississippi 39096
Position available August 1, 2005.
The ASU
Alumni Affairs has an immediate opening for the position of
Alumni Affairs Director who would be responsible for building
and cultivating relationships with alumni by strengthening
existing programs and taking the lead in designing innovative new
programs. Additionally, he/she will oversee all aspects of
annual restricted giving for the institution through the Alcorn
State University Foundation and seek new (or renewal) donors
through personal calls, direct mail, phonathon, special events,
and other fund-raising techniques.
The successful candidate must have a bachelor’s degree preferably
in a related area such as marketing, business, fund development,
or human resource management, etc. In addition, a minimum of
three to five years of work experience in fund development and/or
alumni/constituent relations are required.
Interested candidates must send a resume, copy of transcript, and
three letters of reference by July 22, 2005 to: Mr. Arthur R.
Brooks, Executive Director, Alcorn State University Foundation,
Inc., 1000 ASU Dr. #810, Alcorn State, Mississippi
39096.
The ASU
Office of Alumni Affairs has an immediate opening for the
position of a secretary who would be responsible for
carrying out the general secretarial and office management
activities related to the development, implementation and
maintenance of the office.
The applicant must have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a
related area such as business administration, and must be
proficient in filing, typing, and word processing and spreadsheet
applications.
Additionally, applicant must have excellent
communication and interpersonal
skills.
Interested
candidates must send a resume, copy of transcript, and three
letters of reference by July 22, 2005 to: Mr. Arthur R. Brooks,
Executive Director, Alcorn State University Foundation, Inc., 1000
ASU Dr. #810, Alcorn State, Mississippi 39096.
ASU
School of Nursing anticipates several vacancies for the 2005-2006
academic year in the Department of Associate Degree Nursing and
the Department of Baccalaureate Nursing. Interested applicants
must have a master’s degree in nursing as minimum educational
preparation. Qualified individuals with concentration in any
clinical specialty area may apply by submitting an application and
three letters of reference to: Dr. Mary H. Hill. Dean and
Professor Alcorn State University School of Nursing, P.O. Box
18399, Natchez, MS 39122.
The positions are open until filled.
ASU
School of Education and Psychology has an immediate opening for the
position of Instructor/Assessment Data Specialist. The
general responsibilities for this position will be to teach
undergraduate classes, and analyze NCATE data for input into the
NCATE Assessment System. The applicant must have knowledge and
experience with NCATE Standards and the Assessment components of
the system.
To apply send application /resume
/official transcripts to: Dr. Doris C. Gary, NCATE Coordinator,
School of Education and Psychology, Alcorn State University, 1000
ASU Drive, #989, Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
The deadline for application is
July 1st, 2005
ASU School of Education and Psychology
has an immediate opening for the position of
Instructor/Projects Coordinator. The general responsibilities
are to teach undergraduate education courses and coordinate the
planning/and implementation of departmental/school related
activities and other initiatives.
To apply send application /resume /official transcripts to: Dr.
Josephine Posey, Dean School of Education and Psychology, Alcorn
State University, 1000 ASU Drive, #989, Alcorn State, MS
39096-7500
The deadline for application is
July 1st, 2005
The ASU
Writing Center has an immediate opening
for the position of Coordinator.
Under the overall guidance of the Writing Center Director, the
Writing Center Coordinator provides writing tutorial services to
university students, faculty, and staff and directs the daily
operations of the Writing Center. The Coordinator supervises all
student peer-tutors; makes appointments for Center clientele;
provides feedback on students to faculty members university-wide;
develops and/or selects appropriate educational and tutorial
materials; develops promotional materials for the Center;
maintains budgeting records and all other Center logs and
documentation; and performs other duties as assigned by the
Director. The position requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree
in English, Education, or related field. The ideal candidate would
also have experience in teaching or tutoring writing and
demonstrable skills in standard software applications such as
Microsoft Office and WordPerfect. Send resume, transcripts, and
three letters of recommendation to Dr. Cindy Scurria, Department
of English and Foreign Languages, 1000 ASU Drive #120, Alcorn
State, MS 39096-7500. Deadline for receipt of applications is
July 11, 2005.
ASU Department of Education and Psychology has an immediate
opening for a Curriculum Resource Specialist. The
general responsibility for this position is to oversee the
Curriculum Resource Center and the Computer Laboratory for the
department. Applicant must hold at least a master degree with
experience in computer technology.
Candidates for this position should submit a letter of application;
curriculum vitae; official university transcript and three (3)
letters of recommendation. All applications for the position must
be received by the department on or by June 22, 2005.
Application must be directed to:
Dr. Doris E. McGowan, Chairperson
Department of Education and Psychology
Alcorn State University
1000 ASU Drive #480
Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
The ASU School of
Agriculture,
Research, Extension, and Applied Sciences has an immediate opening for the
position of Research Administrator. The position reports
to the Dean, School of Agriculture, Research, Extension, and
Applied Sciences. The Administrator will promote research
funding through interaction with federal and state officials and
with private entities. He/she will oversee the day to day
operations of the Agricultural Research Program at the
University.
The successful candidate must have an earned
doctorate in agricultural science, knowledge in the field of
biotechnology and a record of accomplishments that support
appointment as Research Administrator. A minimum of five years’
experience in research program development and implementation
are required. Must possess knowledge of issues and trends in
higher education, particularly related to research.
Research/Administrative experience at a university will be
advantageous. The incumbent must be a team builder and a team
leader.
Candidates should submit a letter of application;
curriculum vitae; official university transcripts and three (3)
letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin
April 30, 2005, and will continue until the position is
filled. Application and nominations must be directed to:
Belinda Benjamin
Office of the Dean
School of Agriculture, Research, Extension, and Applied Sciences
Alcorn State University
1000 ASU Drive #690
Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
belinda1@lorman.alcorn.edu
The ASU School of Business has an immediate opening
for a Dean, School of Business. The position of Dean of the
School carries a 12-month, tenure-track appointment. A
Ph.D. from an AACSB accredited university, previous administrative
experience, and knowledge of AACSB accreditation standards are
required. The preferred candidate will have previous successful
experience as a dean, a record of research appropriate for
appointment as Professor, and the ability to lead the School
through the final two years of AACSB candidacy and a successful
accreditation visit in 2007-2008. Review of applications will
begin immediately and continue until appointment is made.
Send letter of interest, vita, transcripts, and at least
three letters of reference to:
Dr. Malvin A. Williams
Vice
President for Academic Affairs
Alcorn State University
1000
ASU Drive #569
Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
The ASU School of Business has
immediate openings for Faculty Positions. For each of the
following positions, applicants should send two complete packets
consisting of letter of application, vita, and contact information
for three references to:
Dr. John Gill, Dean
1000 ASU Drive
#90
Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
Review of
applications will begin immediately and continue until an
appointment is made. Descriptions follow:
Associate Professor or Professor of Accounting
(tenure track) to work with the Associate Dean, Graduate
Business Programs, in developing a unique Master of Accountancy
program at Alcorn State University’s Natchez campus and to teach
in the program. A doctorate in Accounting from an AACSB accredited
school, appropriate experience, record of research, and CPA
designation are required. Salary is in line with similar AACSB
accredited programs.
Assistant Professor or Professor of
Accounting (tenure track) to teach Accounting courses and
participate in developing a unique Master of Accountancy (MACCT)
program on Alcorn State University’s Natchez campus. Doctorate in
Accounting from an AACSB accredited school is required. ABDs
within six months of completion may be considered for Assistant.
Appropriate experience and record of research are required for
Associate. Professional certification is preferred. Salary is in
line with similar AACSB accredited programs.
The ASU Department of Education has an immediate
opening for an Assistant Professor of Education (tenure
track). Two positions to teach undergraduate courses in
Elementary Education, advise education majors, and perform other
duties as assigned. Ph.D. in Elementary Education or related
field, teacher certification, and involvement in scholarly
activities are required. Teaching experience at K-8 and at the
university level is preferred. Review of applicants will begin
immediately and continue until an appointment is made.
Send
application letter, vitae, transcripts, and three letters of
recommendation to:
Dr. Doris E. McGowan, Chair
Department of
Education and Psychology
1000 ASU Drive #480
Alcorn State,
MS 39096-7500
The ASU Department of English
has an immediate opening for an Assistant Professor of
English (tenure track). Ph.D. in any period of British
literature to teach survey, period, and genre courses in British
literature. Preferred secondary area(s) in composition and
rhetoric, English Education, and/or linguistics. Four-course load
each semester includes freshman writing and sophomore literature
courses.
Send cover letter, vita, transcripts, and three
letters of recommendation to:
Dr. Robert M. Butler,
Chair
Department of English
1000 ASU Drive #120
Alcorn
State, MS 39096-7500
The ASU Department of Advanced
Technologies has an immediate opening for an Assistant or
Associate Professor (tenure track) to teach courses related to
Computer Networking and Information Technology. Ph.D. in Computer
Networking and/or Information Technology required. Primary tasks
include teaching Computer Networking courses primarily related to
Cisco. Cisco Certification and/or Microsoft Certification
required.
Send cover letter, graduate transcripts, and three
letters of recommendation to:
Dr. Napoleon Moses,
Dean
School of Agriculture
1000 ASU Drive, #690
Alcorn
State, MS 39096-7500
nmoses@lorman.alcorn.edu
The ASU
Department of Mathematical Sciences has several immediate
openings. For the positions below, candidates should send
letter of application, vita, transcripts, and three letters of
recommendation to:
Dr. Lixin Yu, Chair
Department of
Mathematical Sciences
1000 ASU Drive #30
Alcorn State, MS
39096-7500
Review of applications will begin immediately
and continue until appointments are made. Descriptions
follow:
Tenure-track position in Applied
Mathematics (rank commensurate with qualifications).
Ph.D. in Mathematics preferred; ABDs considered. The ideal
candidate will have a strong research and teaching portfolio in
mathematics and demonstrate expertise in Applied
Mathematics.
Tenure-track Assistant Professor of
Computer Science. Requirements include a doctorate in computer
science (ABDs considered), a commitment to excellence in teaching,
and demonstrated excellence in research. Primary consideration
will be given to candidates specialized in theory of computation,
computer graphics, and computer architecture.
The ASU Department of Biological
Sciences has an immediate opening for a Tenure-track
Assistant Professor (or above) of Biology with expertise in
one of the following areas: Environmental Biology, Molecular
Toxicology, Botany, Field Biology, Ecology, Evolution, Cell
Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, General Biology. The candidate
must be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and labs,
conduct research and present results in scholarly venues, work
with students conducting research, write proposals for external
funding, and engage in service activities.
Send letter of
application, vita, transcripts, and three letters of application
to:
Dr. Bettaiya Rajanna, Chair
Department of Biological
Sciences
1000 ASU Drive, # 870
Alcorn State, MS
39096-7500
Alcorn State University seeks a
qualified Research Associate/Technology Coordinator for
Instructional System (Database Administrator). Must have
a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Agriculture, Computer Science
or related field, plus 2 years of experience in the position
offered, or 2 years of experience developing databases and
instructional software for the agricultural field. Work
schedule is 40-hours per week. Must have legal authority to work
in the U.S.
Send resume and cover letter to:
Mrs.
Jessie B. Arnold
Alcorn State University
1000 ASU Drive, #
539
Alcorn State, MS 39096-7510
The ASU School of Nursing has an
immediate opening for an Associate Dean for Program Development
and Evaluation. This position requires a person who has
demonstrated accomplishments in the development and administration
of an academic or support program for a School of
Nursing.
Applicant should submit a letter an
application, current curriculum vitae, and contact information for
three references to:
Dr. Lucy Miller, Professor
Chair of
Search Committee for Associate Dean
Alcorn State University
School of Nursing
P.O. Box 18399
Natchez, MS
39122
Applications will be received until
March 31, 2005
The ASU Department of Social
Sciences has immediate openings for full-time tenure track
faculty position in Sociology and full-time tenure track
faculty position in Political Science.
Qualified applicants should submit resume, tree letters of
references, graduate transcripts, and employment application to:
Dr. Kenneth H. Williams
Alcorn State
University
Department of Social Sciences
1000 ASU Drive
#419
Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500
Descriptions follow:
Qualified candidate for a full-time
tenure track faculty position in Sociology must have PhD
in Sociology with teaching experience in higher education. A
master's Degree in Social Work will be considered as a
plus.
Qualified candidate for a full-time
tenure track faculty position in Political Science must
have PhD in Political Science with teaching experience in higher
education.
The ASU Office of Institutional
Research and Assessment has an immediate opening for a
Research Assistant/ Data Entry Specialist. Applicant must
have Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related area.
Preference will be given to an individual with a master’s degree.
Applicant should submit a letter of interest, resume, transcripts,
official Alcorn State University employment application, and three
letters of professional reference to:
Dr. Ramesh Maddali
1000 ASU Drive, #930
Alcorn State
University
Alcorn State, MS-39096
Phone:
(601)877-6123
The
ASU Mississippi River Research Center has an
immediate opening in Watershed Biogeochemistry. The
incumbent will conceive, plan, and implement biogeochemistry
research programs emphasizing: (1) the role of biogeochemical
process in connected ecosystems of landscapes and receiving waters
of the southern Independent streams in Mississippi; (2) factors
controlling biogeochemical processes in watersheds in southwest
Mississippi, especially the Homochitto watershed; and (3)
comparative related studies such as nitrogen and phosphorus
cycling and transport in watersheds and understanding riparian,
fluvial, hyporheic or in-stream processes. The incumbent must have
demonstrated abilities to analyze, synthesize, and publish the
results of research on biogeochemistry. Interacts with, and
provides assistance to, colleagues, and peers in related aspects
of the Center’s watershed hydrology/management research. Presents
research results at scientific meetings, workshops, and seminars.
Trains students, interns, postdoctoral fellows, and/or visiting
investigators in the Center’s research program in biogeochemistry.
Participates in the Centers’ public education programs.
The
applicant must have an earned Ph.D. in soil and water chemistry or
biogeochemistry from a regionally accredited
university.
Send letter
of application, curriculum vitae, official college/university
transcripts, and three letters of reference to:
Dr. Alton B.
Johnson, Director
Mississippi River Research Center
1000 ASU
Drive #852
Alcorn State, MS 39096
Phone: (601) 877-6529
E-mail bjohnson@lorman.alcorn.edu
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, Alcorn State, 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 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 an immediate opening for the position of Activity
Director. It 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.
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.