Open Rank Professor - Agribusiness Management Systems
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Location
Lincoln, NE | United States
Job description
Working Title:
Open Rank Professor - Agribusiness Management Systems
Department:
NE College of Technical Agriculture-0928
Requisition Number:
F_240005
Posting Open Date:
01/12/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date):
03/01/2024
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Description of Work:
Open Rank Professor - Agribusiness Management Systems Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture
The Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture (NCTA) in Curtis, NE, is seeking candidates for a 9-month, Open Rank Professor teaching position in the Agribusiness Management Systems program. This is a 9-month (academic year) non tenure-track 100% teaching appointment. This position will be located in Curtis, NE, 200 miles west of Lincoln, NE. Opportunities exist for additional summer funding through summer course instruction. This position would be available to start Fall 2024 semester.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Use excellent communication skills to provide creative, innovative, applied, and problem-based education methodology for a variety of agribusiness foundational courses, including but not limited to management, accounting, economics, ag finance, entrepreneurship, and retail and ag marketing, as needed.
- Develop and teach Agribusiness courses within the Agribusiness Management Systems major, including the development and updating of course outlines, lesson plans, presentations, and course materials for both lecture and laboratory formats, as well as interactive distance education courses as needed.
- Contribute to the service and outreach duties of the program in advising, recruiting, and faculty and student organizations.
- Create interest and grow the Agribusiness Management program through recruitment and retention of students.
- Accept committee assignments; attend department and college meetings; assume reporting responsibilities; oversee clubs, teams, and extracurricular activities; and other special ad hoc assignments as requested at the administrative unit, college/division, institute, and/or university level.
- Assist with recruiting, publicity, and facility tours for prospective students.
- Other duties as assigned.
Recognizing that diversity enhances creativity, innovation, impact, and a sense of belonging, the University of Nebraska and NCTA are committed to creating learning, research, Extension programming, and work environments that are inclusive of all forms of diversity. Consistent with the
University's N2025 Strategic Plan , we see every person and every interaction as important to our collective well-being and our ability to deliver on our mission.
Employment-based permanent residency sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See .
Minimum Required Qualifications: - Master's degree in agribusiness, business, economics, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution. Master's degree must be completed by the start date.
- Proficiency with computer technology applications in the teaching environment.
- Excellent communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications: - Masters or Doctorate in agricultural education, business, or another related discipline.
- Previous high school agricultural education teaching experience.
- Evidence of applied teaching or extension experience in an ag-related industry.
- Successful experience facilitating student engagement through student clubs and agribusiness teams.
- Experience with learning management systems.
Work Location (City, State): Curtis, NE
How to Apply: Click "Apply for this Job" and complete the information form. Attach the following documents:
- A letter of interest that describes your qualifications for the job and anticipated contributions.
- Your curriculum vitae.
- Contact information for three professional references.
In addition, within the application, please complete the required supplemental question(s), one specifically describing your experience working in diverse teams or groups and your anticipated contributions to creating inclusive environments in which every person and every interaction matters. See for guidance in writing this statement.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact: Jodi Mackin
[email protected] Job Category (old): Faculty Non-Tenure Leading
Job Type: 12 Month (Faculty Only)
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?: No
Organizational Location: Default Location
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