Assistant or Associate Professor - Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication at InsideHigherEd

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SUMMARY:

The successful candidate will develop and teach Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications (ALEC) curriculum for undergraduate and graduate students focusing primarily on developing urban food system leaders. This is a nine-month appointment that will serve the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR) in a tenure-track faculty position. Oportunity for summer employment will be based on student enrollment and need. The primary responsibility of this position will be teaching, research, and service, as needed by CASNR, by the university, and as required by accreditation agencies. The successful candidate will be expected to teach online and face-to-face undergraduate and graduate courses, provide leadership and mentorship for graduate students, advise students regarding course and career choices, and provide leadership in the development of the urban food systems program at East Texas A&M - Dallas.

As a proud member of the third-largest institution in The Texas A&M University System, ETAMU fosters a strong professional environment that supports career growth and academic excellence.

ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide instructional, programmatic, and assessment to ensure an effective program in Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication.
• Provide an atmosphere for teaching and collaboration with the faculty and students within CASNR and at East Texas A&M University.
• Teach courses related to Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication.
• Advise students in Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication.
• Communicate with external stakeholders (Dallas Regional Chamber, AgriLife Research personnel, AgriLife Extension personnel, high school teachers, administrators, etc.) to promote CASNR and East Texas A&M – Dallas Campus.
• Develop and coordinate the graduate Urban Food Systems program in CASNR.
• Conduct research, including submission of grant proposals, securing of external research funding, presentation of findings at regional and national conferences, and publication of peer-reviewed research articles in Agricultural Leadership, Education, and/or Communication.
• Assist with FFA LDE and CDE contests as hosted by the university.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Ph.D. in Agricultural Leadership, Agricultural Education or closely related field.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

  Ability to teach in the field of agricultural leadership, education, and/or communication

  Experience and knowledge in urban food systems or urban agriculture

  Excellent ability to communicate effectively (written and spoken English)

  Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Ability to: Multi-task and work well as part of a team.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: Valid driver’s license
• Physical Requirements: None
• Other Requirements: None

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• Professional experience in Agricultural Leadership, Education, and/or Communication
• Professional experience in nonformal educational programs
• Technical communications skills
• Higher education teaching experience as instructor of record
• Experience with online instruction
• Experience in grant writing, publishing peer-reviewed articles, and delivery of research presentations
• Leadership experience with FFA, 4-H, or other agriculture youth organizations

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

Graduate assistants and student workers

WHY WORK AT EAST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY?

Competitive Benefits & Work-Life Balance:

• Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays, plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with optional additional retirement plans (ORP).
• Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees.

Career Growth & Development:

• Access to cutting-edge research opportunities at a designated R2 Research Institution.

Academic Excellence:

• ETAMU is ranked among the top 30% in five online degree programs and offers national recognized academic programs.
• Over 140 degree programs, including nationally ranked online and graduate options.
• First accredited institution to offer a competency-based bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
• Distance education offerings in Corsicana, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Mesquite, Bryan, and online.

State-of-the-Art Facilities:

• Work in advanced facilities such as the 113,470-square-foot Nursing and Health Sciences Building, featuring a state-of-the-art simulation hospital and a 1,300-acre agricultural research farm.

Vibrant Campus Life:

• Engage with over 95 student organizations and 14 NCAA Division I athletic teams, contributing to a thriving campus community.

Prime Location & Growth:

• Enjoy the benefits of working in rapidly growing regions, with abundant career opportunities at six locations across Dallas and Northeast Texas.

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