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Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Practice in Agricultural Sciences (Agribusiness)
Requisition
202400017F
Rank
Assistant Professor of Practice
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department
School of Agricultural Sciences
Open Date
02/09/2024
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38097
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Art Wolfskill
Title
Search Committee Chair
School of Agricultural Sciences
Sam Houston State University
Box 2088
Huntsville, Texas 77341-2088
Contact Phone
936 294-1226
Contact Email
wolfskill@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Serve as faculty member in the Agribusiness discipline. This is a 100% teaching appointment, or 75% teaching and 25% service with opportunity for promotion and merit pay increases. Primary teaching responsibilities will be in the discipline of Agribusiness with an emphasis in sales, management, and policy. Teaching of some online courses is expected. In addition, as a member of an interdisciplinary team, the successful candidate will advise undergraduate 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 Master's or Doctoral degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, or closely related field is required. Evidence of actual or potential success in teaching, research, service, and professionalism is expected.
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
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Practice in Agricultural Sciences (Agribusiness)
Requisition
202400017F
Rank
Assistant Professor of Practice
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department
School of Agricultural Sciences
Open Date
02/09/2024
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38097
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Art Wolfskill
Title
Search Committee Chair
School of Agricultural Sciences
Sam Houston State University
Box 2088
Huntsville, Texas 77341-2088
Contact Phone
936 294-1226
Contact Email
wolfskill@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Serve as faculty member in the Agribusiness discipline. This is a 100% teaching appointment, or 75% teaching and 25% service with opportunity for promotion and merit pay increases. Primary teaching responsibilities will be in the discipline of Agribusiness with an emphasis in sales, management, and policy. Teaching of some online courses is expected. In addition, as a member of an interdisciplinary team, the successful candidate will advise undergraduate 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 Master's or Doctoral degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, or closely related field is required. Evidence of actual or potential success in teaching, research, service, and professionalism is expected.
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
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
