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Cooperative Extension - Area Integrated Pest Management Advisor for Field and Vegetable Crops in the San Joaquin Valley (26-06)
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
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Posted: 11-Mar-26
Location: Five Points, California
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Academic/Faculty
Agricultural Sciences
Internal Number: 6989881
Cooperative Extension - Area Integrated Pest Management Advisor for Field and Vegetable Crops in the San Joaquin Valley (26-06)
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
Application Window
Open date: March 9, 2026
Most recent review date: Sunday, Apr 19, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Sunday, Jul 19, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
Position Overview
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) invites applications for a UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Area Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Advisor for Field and Vegetable Crops at the Assistant rank serving the San Joaquin Valley.
The Area IPM Advisor will implement an innovative multi-county extension education and applied research program that addresses insect and mite pest issues affecting field and vegetable crops in the San Joaquin Valley, specifically in Fresno, Kings, Madera, and Tulare counties.
UCCE Advisors are responsible for conducting applied research and extending knowledge. Research activities are applied and mission-oriented, focused on addressing challenges in our communities. Extension activities are the educational methods that advisors use to share research results directly with clientele and communities, increasing knowledge and understanding of science-based research that promotes the adoption of practices and technologies to solve local problems. Extension activities may include individual farm consultations, presentations, or organizing educational workshops, short courses, and field demonstrations. Information may also be disseminated through various channels, such as radio, webinars, fact sheets, policy briefs, news blogs, social media, and other outlets. Publications are expected in various formats, including newsletters, popular press articles, curricula, conference proceedings, and peer-reviewed journals.
Successful research and extension programs result in new information that improves knowledge or understanding, and the eventual adoption of new skills or practices, changes in attitudes or policies, and improved environmental, economic, or social conditions. UCCE Advisors are evaluated through an academic advancement system based on four criteria: 1) extending knowledge, 2) applied research and creative activity, 3) professional competence and activity, and 4) university and public service.
Location Headquarters: This position will be based at the UC ANR West Side Research and Extension Center, located at 17353 W. Oakland Avenue, Five Points, CA 93624.
Position Details
This advisor will provide research-based management recommendations for key insect pests in field and vegetable crops, resulting in substantial positive impacts for consultants and growers. The needs addressed by this position will be diverse and dynamic but will fall into three distinct areas.
- Field and vegetable crops in the region are attacked by a wide variety of endemic and invasive pests, which cause yield losses, increased management costs, and non-target effects. New management strategies must be developed to adapt to and match the current production environment and pest situations. Additionally, there is a need to evaluate and implement novel tools and technologies for pest management.
- Regulatory changes that reduce insecticide availability require adaptation of integrated pest management approaches. For example, recent regulatory restrictions on neonicotinoid insecticides will change key pest management programs in field and vegetable crops. Any promising management approaches resulting from the advisor's research activities will be quickly adopted by pest control advisers who recognize the challenges posed by regulatory changes.
- Management plans for key pests must also adapt to challenges at the landscape scale, arising from changes in cropping patterns or other influences such as climate change. Variations in temperature from the historic average influence the overwintering capacities of cold-sensitive pests and alterations in degree-day accumulation in-season, which drive population density development, resulting in a changing pest dynamic. Factors further complicating the situation include rapid changes in cropping patterns and the percentage of the landscape that is fallow. Systems-based approaches to pest management are needed that consider the impact of the pest on multiple crops, and the influence of the crops and natural environment on the pest. Environmental and economically sustainable approaches to pest management while protecting human health are vitally important to the communities of this historically disadvantaged region of California.
The primary clientele for this position includes growers and consultants for field and vegetable crops. The advisor, through a variety of educational approaches, including one-on-one consultations, presentations, field days, grower meetings, and webinars, will provide information on pest identification and management. They will publish in outlets that may include but are not limited to UC ANR blogs, newsletters, ag trade magazines, technical reports, and peer-reviewed journals. The advisor will work closely with a network of UC ANR academics, including other UCCE Advisors and CE Specialists, focused on IPM and crop production. They will also work with external collaborators, including USDA scientists and personnel from agencies such as county agricultural commissioners' offices and the California Department of Food and Agriculture. They will collaborate closely with key stakeholder groups, such as members of the CA Cotton Growers and Ginners Association, the CA Garlic and Onion Research Advisory Board, the CA Melon Research Board, the CA Tomato Research Institute, the CA Association of Pest Control Advisors, and the CA Specialty Crop Council.
The advisor, working with collaborators, will conduct applied research on topics including:
Pests of economic importance in this area include lygus bug and stink bug in cotton and tomatoes; thrips vectors of serious virus diseases in tomato, alfalfa, melons, and peppers; whitefly and aphid potential to cause degraded fiber quality in cotton; sugar cane aphid in sorghum; mites in corn; and other pest impacts on economic yields and quality in seed production in multiple field and vegetable crops.
Counties of Responsibility: This position will serve Fresno, Tulare, Kings, and Madera counties.
Reporting Relationship: The advisor will report to the Directors of the West Side Research and Extension Center and the UC Statewide IPM Program, with input from the area directors of the counties of coverage. This is not a remote position; the advisor must be available to work onsite at the headquarters location and travel to and be present in the assigned counties. Specific expectations for maintaining office hours and fieldwork in the geographic area covered by this position will be outlined by the supervisors upon hire.
Qualifications and Skills Required
Required Qualifications
Education: At the time of appointment, a minimum of a master's degree in entomology, pest management, or other closely related field is required.
Key Qualifications
Additional Skills Required
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About UC ANR
UC ANR is a division of the University of California (UC) system that bridges the gap between local issues and the UC system's expertise by providing research-based information, educational programs, and technical expertise to the public in areas such as agriculture, natural resources, nutrition, and youth development. UC ANR is part of a nationwide Cooperative Extension network, which began in the early 20th century to connect research from land-grant universities with the everyday needs of people in communities across the United States. Today, we collaborate with farmers, ranchers, diverse communities, youth and adult educators, and policymakers to address local and statewide issues related to food systems, water, climate change, and sustainable agriculture through a statewide network of campus-based researchers, county-based Advisors, and community educators. Our mission is to cultivate thriving communities, sustainable agriculture, resilient ecosystems, and economic prosperity in California and globally through equitable generation and sharing of collaborative, science-based solutions. Over 180 UCCE Advisors conduct applied research and extension education from county-based UCCE offices serving all 58 counties from 70+ locations. By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California's reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the resources UC has to offer. Our vision is that UC ANR will be valued in every California community for meaningful engagement and making a positive difference in people's lives.
About the West Side Research and Extension Center (WSREC)
Located in the highly productive agricultural west side of the San Joaquin Valley, WSREC supports research in agronomic, vegetable, vine, and tree crops conducted by researchers from the University of California, as well as faculty and staff from other research groups, including several CSU campuses and USDA-ARS. WSREC has meeting and training facilities suitable for extension and outreach activities, available to academics, students, and growers. The Center provides laboratory and office spaces to UC and non-UC academics. It provides labor, equipment, facilities, and technical and management support to UC and non-UC academics and personnel. WSREC is located in Fresno County, one of the four counties the advisor will serve.
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Salary & Benefits
Salary: The salary range for this Cooperative Extension Advisor position is Assistant Rank, Step I ($85,600) to Step VI ($108,600). Step placement in the Advisor series is based on applicable experience and professional qualifications. For information regarding Cooperative Extension Advisor salary scales, please refer to the University of California website)
If the successful candidate is currently a UCCE Advisor, the candidate will be offered the position without change to the candidate's current rank, step, salary, and/or appointment terms; and if applicable, is eligible to retain indefinite status.
This position is eligible for indefinite status following three successful reviews and subject to terms noted in UC ANR Policy and Procedure Manual, Section 315 of the ANR Policy and Procedure Manual (PPM).
Benefits: The University of California offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, two days per month paid vacation, one day per month paid sick leave, and paid holidays. This position is eligible for sabbatical leave privileges as per the terms of the University policy. For more information, refer to the UC Benefits website
How to Apply
If interested in this position, please visit the application website and choose 'applicants' (refer to position #26-06). An in-person finalist interview may be required as part of the search process.
Closing Date: To assure full consideration, application packets must be received by April 19, 2026. (Open until filled)
Questions?
Contact Kahla Wallace at kawallace@ucanr.edu
University of California Cooperative Extension
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Statement of Research - Statement of Research and Extension
Please submit a 2-page Statement of Research and Extension Interests including how your current and/or past research and extension experience could contribute to, or be applicable to, the needs of the local community. Provide examples of potential goals and outcomes from your research and extension activities.
College Level Transcripts - Electronic transcripts or legible scanned copies (PDF) of original transcripts will be accepted. Transcripts must identify course work completed, grades earned, degrees conferred and confer dates. Please DO NOT send transcripts that are password protected.
References - Please provide 3 references: names, titles and contact information.
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
The University of California, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
Job location
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About University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) consists of a network of scientists and educators working in partnership across the California. We are committed to developing and supporting healthy food systems, healthy environments, healthy communities, and healthy Californians. UC ANR administers UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE), which is responsible for program development and delivery in the counties throughout the state of California.
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