Posting Number:

PG194339EP

Internal Recruitment :

Working Title:

Lecturer - Horticultural Science

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$72,000 – $82,000

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department :

Horticultural Science

About 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:

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 Maintenance
- Landscape Construction
- Nursery and Ornamental Plant Production
- Introduction to Horticulture
- Career Preparedness and Development
Additional courses as aligned with departmental needs and candidate expertise

Serve As:

Agricultural Institute Horticultural Science Management Coordinator
Horticulture Field Lab Teaching Projects Area Coordinator
Co-advise the Horticulture Competition Team.

Other Responsibilities:

Other Duties May Include

Participate in departmental service activities, including:
- Academic advising and student mentoring
- Student recruitment and outreach events
- Fundraising initiatives and alumni engagement
- Departmental and university committees

Minimum 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 evaluations
- Student feedback
- Sample curricular materials or teaching demonstrations

Other Required Qualifications:

Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
Communication skills, both written and verbal

Preferred Qualifications:

Three years of teaching experience
Experience in and knowledge of the production, cultivation, and identification of ornamental plants
Ability to develop curriculum, courses, and assessments
Knowledge of and ability to operate distance education technologies
Ability 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:

Yes

Commercial Driver's License required:

Job Open Date:

11/11/2025

Anticipated Close Date:

Open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please include a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Position Number:

00111517

Position Type:

Non-Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):

1.0

Appointment:

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:

Mandatory - Medical Emergencies

Department ID:

111501 - Horticultural Science

EEO:

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].

Final 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.

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