Non-Tenure Track Faculty Position in Agricultural Science (Soil/Plant Sci), School of Science and Mathematics - Truman State University
Full-Time
Job-Description:
The Department of Agricultural Science at Truman State University is seeking applicants
for one non-tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor or Instructor level, depending on the
candidate's qualifications. This is a full-time appointment on a nine-month contract, beginning
August 2018 and renewable annually, dependent on performance, departmental need, and funding.
Job Duties:
Teaching undergraduate courses in Soil and Plant Science. This includes arequired Soil Science class for Agricultural Science majors; elective courses in soil conservation,plant nutrition, and horticulture for students from Agricultural Science and related majors; and a general Agricultural Science course for non-Agriculture majors. Depending on interest and expertise, the person hired will have an opportunity to teach courses in Environmental Science and/or to develop additional courses in a related area of expertise. Other responsibilities will includeadvising as well as service to the University and Community
Required Qualifications:
Position requires a Master's degree (for appointment at the Instructorlevel) or a Ph.D. (completed by the start date, for Assistant Professor rank) in Soil Science,Horticulture, Agronomy, Weed Science, or a closely related field.
To apply:
The application process is handled by the School of Science and Mathematics.Electronic submission of applications is required and must be completedat http://employment.truman.edu. Completed applications must include a cover letter, CV,statement of teaching philosophy, undergraduate and graduate transcripts and three letters ofreference.
Review of applications will begin will begin November 20, 2017 and continue until the position is filled. If hired, applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States, official graduate transcripts, or documentation of degrees if transcripts are not available. Questions about this position may be directed to Michael Seipel, Agriculture Department Chair, mseipel@truman.edu.
Truman is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to cultural
diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act; women and minority candidates
are particularly encouraged to apply.
