Byler Endowed Chair of Agricultural Sciences/Professor of Practice at InsideHigherEd
Job Description
Byler Endowed Chair of Agricultural Sciences/Professor of Practice
Requisition:202500129F
Rank:Professor of Practice
FLSA status:Exempt
Hiring Salary:Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type:Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College:College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department:School of Agricultural Sciences
Open Date:11/07/2025
Quicklink:https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45197
Contact Name:Dr. Marcy Beverly
Title:Search Committee Chair
School of Agricultural Science
Sam Houston State University
Box 2088
Huntsville, TX 77341-2088
936-294-1222
Contact Email:Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job:This role involves identifying and developing industry relations and strategic partnerships. The Endowed Chair will work with school and college leadership and external partners to design and provide collaborative industry initiatives, internship programs and financial support. In addition, the Endowed Chair will collaborate with university partners to develop and execute fundraising strategies, as well as cultivate and steward alumni and donors. Typical teaching load will be a minimum of 3 credit hours per semester. Responsibilities include a contribution to impactful research and service to benefit the school and college, alumni, donors and the agricultural industry stakeholders.
Educational Requirements for the Position:Significant leadership experience in the agriculture industry is required. In addition to that a Master of Science or earned Doctorate (ABD candidates may be considered). A degree in Agriculture: Animal Science, Agricultural Business, Plant & Soil Science, Agricultural Engineering Technology, or closely related agriculture fields from an accredited University is required.
Experience Required for the Position:Candidates should have established leadership standing within the Texas agricultural industry. Candidates should have built a reputation for having a thorough understanding of all aspects of the Texas agriculture industry. Preferred experience working with senior leadership, collaborating with industry stakeholders and establishing donor relationships.
Special Instructions Summary:Submit a letter of interest and curriculum vita/resume by uploading these documents into the application portal.
Official transcripts for all University work should be sent directly to the search committee chair
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
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