Lecturer - Horticultural Science at InsideHigherEd

Posting Number:PG194339EPInternal Recruitment :NoWorking Title:Lecturer - Horticultural ScienceAnticipated Hiring Range:$72,000 – $82,000Work Schedule:Monday-FridayJob Location:Raleigh, NCDepartment :Horticultural ScienceAbout the Department:People depend on plants for food, environmental aesthetics, and recreation. No matter where you live, work or play, what we do touches your life. Our faculty and students conduct cutting-edge research that increases the quality and variety of fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants available to consumers worldwide. We are experts in the science, art, technology and business of growing plants. And the demand for our services is growing.Whether through hands-on instruction in our greenhouses, field labs or community gardens, our work ensures the economic and environmental sustainability for horticulture across the state, the nation and the world.Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.What we offer:Medical, Dental, and VisionFlexible Spending AccountRetirement ProgramsDisability PlansLife InsuranceAccident PlanPaid Time Off and Other Leave Programs12 Holidays Each YearTuition and Academic AssistanceAnd so much more!Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.Essential Job Duties:The Department of Horticulture is seeking a Lecturer. This position includes a combination of teaching, academic advising, student mentoring, and program coordination responsibilities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student success, experiential learning, and industry engagement.Primary Responsibilities:Teaching Duties:Teach 5–7 courses annually (up to 21 credit hours) across a 12-month appointment. Courses may serve students in both the AAS and Bachelor’s degree programs.Deliver instruction using face-to-face, online, and hybrid modalities, incorporating innovative teaching methods and current technologies.Lead instruction in courses such as:Landscape MaintenanceLandscape ConstructionNursery and Ornamental Plant ProductionIntroduction to HorticultureCareer Preparedness and DevelopmentAdditional courses as aligned with departmental needs and candidate expertiseServe As:Agricultural Institute Horticultural Science Management CoordinatorHorticulture Field Lab Teaching Projects Area CoordinatorCo-advise the Horticulture Competition Team.Other Responsibilities:Other Duties May IncludeParticipate in departmental service activities, including:Academic advising and student mentoringStudent recruitment and outreach eventsFundraising initiatives and alumni engagementDepartmental and university committeesMinimum Education and Experience:Master’s degree in Horticulture, Agricultural Education, or a closely related field.Demonstrated experience in teaching. This may be evidenced by:Course evaluationsStudent feedbackSample curricular materials or teaching demonstrationsOther Required Qualifications:Strong interpersonal and collaborative skillsCommunication skills, both written and verbalPreferred Qualifications:Three years of teaching experienceExperience in and knowledge of the production, cultivation, and identification of ornamental plantsAbility to develop curriculum, courses, and assessmentsKnowledge of and ability to operate distance education technologiesAbility to contribute to student recruitment, program promotion, and outreach activities.Required License(s) or Certification(s):Valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain an NC Driver’s Licence within 60 days of hire. A valid Driver’s Licence must be maintained throughout employment.The position will need to drive independently to Horticulture Field Labs (HFL) and other sites for field trips.Valid NC Driver's License required:YesCommercial Driver's License required:NoJob Open Date:11/11/2025Anticipated Close Date:Open until filledSpecial Instructions to Applicants:Please include a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for at least three professional references.Position Number:00111517Position Type:Non-Tenure-Track FacultyFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):1.0Appointment:12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events:Mandatory - Medical EmergenciesDepartment ID:111501 - Horticultural ScienceEEO:NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.