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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Program Coordinator:
Biochar Extension and Outreach<span></span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Department of Plant, Soil and
Microbial Sciences, Michigan State University<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Position
description: </span></b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">The Department of Plant,
Soil and Microbial Sciences at Michigan State University (MSU) is seeking a
highly motivated Program Coordinator for a new biochar Extension and outreach
program. The Coordinator will play a key role in building a community around
biochar in Michigan and the Great Lakes region. The Coordinator will consult
with a multidisciplinary team of researchers and Extension professionals to
develop, conduct, and coordinate information and Extension activities about
biochar. Topics may span the full range of the biochar life cycle, including
feedstocks, production, characterization, application, and ecological, social,
economic, and policy implications. <span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Biochar
is an emerging technology with potential to benefit agriculture, the
environment, and the economy. Biochar used as a soil amendment can help
increase crop productivity, remediate degraded or contaminated land, and
contribute to improving surface water quality. It can create new financial
opportunities or energy savings when co-produced with bioenergy. Interest in
biochar has been growing steadily in the Great Lakes region, but weak
standardization for production or application in the US leaves consumers
vulnerable to contradictory or misleading recommendations, while also failing
to provide guidance for biochar producers that could increase their products’
effectiveness. The Program Coordinator will play a key role in improving access
to regionally-relevant information about biochar and in strengthening
connections across the full range of biochar stakeholder groups. The
Coordinator will be supervised by Dr. Jessica Miesel and will be responsible
for communicating with and reporting to the overall project team. With
consultation with disciplinary experts on the project team, the Coordinator’s
specific responsibilities will include:<b><span></span></b></span></p>
<ol style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="1" start="1"><li class="gmail-MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="margin:0in;line-height:105%;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.5pt;line-height:105%">Developing the content and
organization for an online biochar information resource center to
centralize and disseminate regionally relevant biochar information;<b><span></span></b></span></li><li class="gmail-MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin:0in;line-height:105%;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.5pt;line-height:105%">Conducting a social
network analysis for the Great Lakes region to identify current biochar
stakeholders, assess existing interactions, determine and prioritize
stakeholder needs, and identify opportunities for developing and
strengthening interactions among stakeholders (individuals and groups);<b><span></span></b></span></li><li class="gmail-MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin:0in;line-height:105%;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.5pt;line-height:105%">Developing Extension and
outreach products and events to address the needs and opportunities
identified from the survey and social network analysis described above;
and<b><span></span></b></span></li><li class="gmail-MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:105%;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.5pt;line-height:105%">Evaluating effectiveness of all
programming.<b><span></span></b></span></li></ol>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Required
qualifications: </span></b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">The successful
candidate will have: an earned BS degree (graduate degree preferred, or at
least two years of relevant work experience) with proven experience developing
outreach, educational, and/or Extension-type products and events. Knowledge and
experience related to sustainability topics is strongly preferred. The
successful candidate will have a track record of excellent written and oral
communication skills; outstanding interpersonal skills including ability to
effectively engage with a wide range of stakeholder groups and disciplinary
experts; proven ability to work well independently and collaboratively; and
demonstrated ability to successfully initiate, manage, and complete quality projects.
Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in project and/or
program management. A valid US driver’s license is required.<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Location
and position details: </span></b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">This is a
part-time hourly position available for two years (averaging 19 hours weekly
over the course of each year), with potential for extension depending on
satisfactory performance and availability of funds. Salary is commensurate with
experience. The position offers a highly flexible work schedule for outstanding
applicants. The position will be based at Michigan State University in East
Lansing, MI, USA. Occasional short-term travel in Michigan to meet with
stakeholders is expected. Remote work may be possible and preference should be
indicated in the cover letter.<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">To
Apply: </span></b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Apply online at </span><a href="https://jobs.msu.edu" style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">https://jobs.msu.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:rgb(85,26,140)"> </span><span style="font-size:11.5pt">to
position number <b><span style="color:black">713836</span></b>. Upload the
following required documents as <b><u>a single PDF</u></b><u>:</u> 1) a letter
of interest detailing qualifications for the position and how it relates to
your professional interests, 2) resume or curriculum vitae, 3) a list of 3
professional references with contact information (institution, email address,
phone number), and 4) three samples of professional products (e.g. Extension
article or other non-technical product on a scientific topic, educational
product, website developed, etc.). Incomplete applications will not be
considered.<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Review
of applications will begin 12 July 2021. </span></b><span style="font-size:11.5pt">Desired start date is in mid-August 2021 but flexibility may be
possible and availability should be indicated in the application cover letter.
Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Miesel at </span><a href="mailto:mieselje@msu.edu" style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:11.5pt">mieselje@msu.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:11.5pt">.<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:9pt;font-family:"Calibri-Italic",sans-serif">MSU is an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage applications from, and nominations of, women, persons of color,
veterans, persons with disabilities and other individuals who can contribute to
the intellectual diversity and cultural richness at Michigan State University. </span></i><span style="font-size:9pt"><span></span></span></p>
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