Lecturer​/Assistant​/Associate Professor of AgriBusiness

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

All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes and curriculum vitae do not take the place of this required information.

Job Title
:
Lecturer/Assistant/Associate Professor of Agri Business

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.

• Tenure‑track Assistant/Associate Professor: Doctorate in Agriculture, Agricultural Business or a closely related field with a focus on applied agribusiness. Requires 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.
• Non‑tenure‑track Lecturer: Master’s in Agricultural Business or a closely related field with a focus on applied agribusiness. Requires 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, possess excellent communication skills, be technically current, be an enthusiastic team player willing to work in a multidisciplinary program, and have demonstrated leadership skills.
• Preferred: Focus on applied Agriculture Business Background, experience or coursework in the business aspects of livestock production.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in agri‑business such as Ag Economics, Ag Marketing, Farm & Ranch Records, Natural Resource Economics, etc.
• Additional teaching of graduate level courses depending on departmental needs, individual interests, educational background, and skill level.
• Serve as an advisor for student clubs and participate in departmental sponsored events.
• Participate in faculty governance and service activities at the departmental, college and university levels.
• Engage in scholarly activity, including scholarship of teaching, research, or similar activities.
• Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
• Position is security sensitive.

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