Position Title Assistant Professor of Agricultural Sciences (Agribusiness)
Requisition 202400016F
Rank Assistant Professor
FLSA status Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track
College College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department School of Agricultural Sciences
Open Date 02/09/2024
Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38090
Contact Name Dr. Art Wolfskill
Title
Search Committee Chair
School of Agricultural Sciences
Sam Houston State University
PO Box 2088
Huntsville, Texas 77341-2088
Contact Phone 936 294-1226
Contact Email wolfskill@shsu.edu
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the JobServe as faculty member in the Agribusiness discipline. Seventy-five percent teaching, twenty-five percent research appointment with service activities required for promotion, merit pay increases, and tenure. Primary teaching and research responsibilities will be in the discipline of Agribusiness with an emphasis in management, sales, and policy. Teaching of some graduate and online courses is expected. In addition, as a member of an interdisciplinary team, the successful candidate will advise undergraduate and graduate students, participate in outreach conferences and activities, and work closely with the agricultural community and industry stakeholders.
Nine months (additional summer teaching salary highly probable).
Educational Requirements for the Position
An earned Doctorate in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, or closely related field is required. Evidence of actual or potential success in teaching, research, service, and professionalism is expected. ABD candidates will be considered with evidence of successful completion by the start date.
Experience Required for the Position
Excellent written and oral communication skills in the English language are required. Must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Other Requirements for the Position
Special Instructions Summary
3 letters of recommendation will need to be sent directly from the references to the Search Chair:
Dr. Art Wolfskill – wolfskill@shsu.edu
Applications must be complete no later than 9:00 AM CST, March 25, 2024 to be considered. Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until filled.
Open Until Filled Yes
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