Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice – Plant Sciences Teaching (NWAFU)

Working Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice – Plant Sciences Teaching (NWAFU)

Department Agronomy & Horticulture-0827

Requisition Number F_240177

Posting Open Date 11/07/2024

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 01/02/2025

Posting Close Date 

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work 

The Department of Agronomy and Horticulture at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) is seeking applications for a Plant Sciences Teaching position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice. This 12-month (calendar year), 100% teaching, non-tenure track appointment will provide instruction in association with the 3+1 cooperative Plant Biology/Plant Protection Program that exists between UNL and Northwest Agricultural & Forestry University (NWAFU). The successful candidate will be based in Lincoln, Nebraska but travel to NWAFU is required for teaching fall and spring semester courses in person.

The incumbent will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in plant physiology, genetics, and other related areas such as soil science and soil microbiology. Although fall and spring semester teaching responsibilities will be carried out in Yangling, the incumbent will spend the remainder of the year in Lincoln for course development and scholarly teaching work in collaboration with other IANR faculty. The incumbent will lead instruction in at least two courses per NWAFU semester and assist and/or team-teach other upper-level Plant, Soil, and Ecology courses. Teaching assignments may change over time according to program needs and incumbent expertise.

As appropriate to the appointment, the Plant Sciences Teaching faculty will develop a high-impact, nationally and internationally recognized teaching program within the above area of plant science; seek and establish effective collaborations, including effective integration with educational programming (e.g., Center for Transformative Teaching, Agronomy and Horticulture Online Program, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources); connect with department/CASNR teaching peers, stakeholders, agencies, and/or professional societies to strengthen educational programming; participate in the development of innovative teaching and learning approaches as well as mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

In addition to the above-described duties, the Plant Science Teaching faculty will be expected to accept committee assignments, reporting responsibilities, and other special ad hoc assignments as requested at the administrative unit, college/division, institute, and/or university level.

Recognizing that diversity enhances creativity, innovation, impact, and a sense of belonging, the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) and Agronomy and Horticulture 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, every person and every interaction are treated as important to our collective well-being and our ability to deliver on our mission.

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 https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications 

• Ph.D. in Plant Biology, Plant Sciences, Plant Biochemistry, Crop Physiology, Weed Sciences, or a related field at time of hire.
• Demonstrated undergraduate teaching experience in life sciences such as foundational biology, genetics, biochemistry, or related courses.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Evidence of teaching scholarship including creative works, teaching and learning products, technical reports, academic journals, and/or industry publications.
• Excellent communication skills using a variety of methods and platforms.
• Evidence of ability to form and collaborate in teams.
• Experience working internationally.

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Criminal History Background Check Required

Posted Salary

How to ApplyClick “Apply for this Job” and then “Faculty Application.” Complete the application and attach the following documents:

1. A letter of interest that describes your qualifications for the job and anticipated contributions.
2. Your curriculum vitae.
3. Contact information for three professional references.
4. Statements that describe your philosophy and approach to teaching.
5. A statement describing your experience working in teams or groups and your anticipated contributions to creating environments in which every person and every interaction matters (2 page maximum). See https://ianr.unl.edu/tips-writing-about-commitment-to-deib for guidance in writing this statement.

Please combine the statements (items 4 and 5) into a single document and attach as “Other Document.”

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact 

Jodi Mackin

[email protected]

Job Category 

Job Category (old) Faculty Non-Tenure Leading

Job Type 12 Month (Faculty Only)

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes

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Organizational Location Default Location

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