Teaching Specialist/Lecturer Agronomy

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Master’s degree in Agronomy, Plant Science or closely related field (or a master’s degree, plus a minimum of 18 graduate credits in Agronomy); passion for teaching and student-centered service; ability to relate complex concepts to diverse audiences; demonstrated cultural competency; effective communication skills; and commitment to an experiential educational philosophy within the scope of the land-grant mission.  Final job offer contingent upon complete background check and receipt of official transcripts.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate in Agronomy or closely related field, full-time teaching and/or research experience in academic institution, and industry experience. Doctorate required for appointment as lecturer.

About the Job

POSITION: Full-time, nine-month teaching specialist/lecturer position in Agronomy in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department at the Crookston campus of the University of Minnesota.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Deliver high-quality undergraduate instruction to students in the Agronomy program.  Course topics include, but are not limited to, Introduction to Plant Pathology, Field Crops Production Principles, Plant Breeding and Genetics, Weed Science, Forages, Research techniques in Agriculture and Natural Resources, and/or other agronomy courses suited to qualifications. A strong emphasis is placed on hands-on activities and learning.  The candidate is expected to contribute to further develop current and future programs; advise students; engage in department and campus service activities; participate in recruitment and retention efforts; and help expand our network with the industry to benefit our programs, student experience, and student employment opportunities.