Lecturer / Assistant / Associate Professor of AgriBusiness

Instructions to applicants :

Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vita, teaching philosophy, research program, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three references

Job Title :

Lecturer / Assistant / Associate Professor of AgriBusiness

Location : Alpine

Department :

Agriculture and Industry

Job No. : 999286

Posting Date : 01 / 21 / 2025

Until Filled : Yes

Appointment Date : 09 / 01 / 2025

Salary :

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required :

Required for the tenure track Assistant / Associate Professor

Doctorate in Agriculture, Agricultural Business or a closely related field with a focus on applied agribusiness. Candidates should have at least 18 graduate level hours in Agri-Business or 18 graduate hours in a combination of Business and Agriculture. Ph.D. candidates who are near completion will be considered.

Required for the non-tenure track lecturer

Masters in Agricultural Business or a closely related field with a focus on applied agribusiness. Candidates should have at least 18 graduate level hours in Agri-Business or 18 graduate hours in a combination of Business and Agriculture.

Must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and possess excellent communication skills; be technically current; be an enthusiastic team player who is willing to work in a multidisciplinary program; and have demonstrated skills in leadership

Preferred :

A focus on applied Agriculture Business Background, experience or course work in the business aspects of livestock production.

Primary Responsibilities :

Candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in agri-business. These teaching opportunities may include courses such as Ag Economics, Ag Marketing, Farm & Ranch Records, Natural Resource Economics etc. There may also be additional teaching of graduate level courses depending on departmental needs, the individuals interests, educational background and skill level. Additional responsibilities include serving as an advisor for student clubs; participation in and helping conduct departmental sponsored events; participation in faculty governance and service activities at the departmental, college and university levels; and engagement in scholarly activity. Such activities are broadly defined and may include the scholarship of teaching, research, or similar activities. Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.

Responsible for personal safety and safety of others; must exercise caution and practice safe work habits at all times.

This position is security sensitive.

Other Information :

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

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About SRSU :

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