Supervisory Plant Physiologist/Agronomist/Soil Scientist.
ARS has a permanent position in the Systems Research
Laboratory, in Beltsville Maryland. Incumbent provides
research leadership for the development of models,
databases and expert systems; and administrative
leadership for a diverse group of scientists and support
staff. Working knowledge of crop physiology (particularly
whole plant responses to soil and areial environmental
conditions), soils, hydrology.Knowledge in agricultural
systems modeling is required. Ph.D. and research
experience in general agricultural sciences are required.
Grade Range: GS-13/14/15, salary ranging from $49,947.
to $69,427. per annum. For position information,
contact: Dr. Philip C. Kearney, Institute director,
Natural Resources Institute, Beltsville, MD 20705;
or call 301-504-7030; FAX: 301-504-6001.