Position Title:Assistant Professor – Agricultural Education and Studies
Appointment Type:Faculty
Job Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Agricultural Education and Studies at Iowa State University located in Ames, Iowa seeks applicants for a 9-month, tenure-track position, at the rank of assistant professor. The focus of the position will be in agriculture teacher education and preparation. The position is 60% teaching and advising, 35% research, and 5% institutional and professional service.
Responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to agriculture education, both resident and online, and coordinating, facilitating and supervising field experiences. The candidate will be expected to develop a productive research program of national scope that addresses current issues related to agriculture and life sciences education and aligns with departmental strengths and mission. Research effort will include securing external funding, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, presenting research at national conferences and advising graduate students. Service on departmental, college, and/or university committees, engagement with professional organizations, and potentially advising a student organization is expected.
Required Qualifications
+ PhD, awarded by the start date, in Agricultural Education or closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications
+ Completion of a teacher preparation program.
+ Three years of teaching experience in agriculture or closely related field at the school-based or college level.
+ Evidence of effective and innovative resident and online teaching.
+ Documented experience conducting and disseminating research/scholarship.
Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Agriculture Education and Studies (https://www.ageds.iastate.edu/) has as its focus the teaching and learning processes. All three elements of the land-grant philosophy – learning, discovery, and engagement – are part of the department’s emphasis on the educational processes, and how these processes impact our clientele in a variety of agricultural settings.
Department Unit/Website:
https://www.ageds.iastate.edu/
Proposed Start Date:August 16, 2025
Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1. Resume/Curriculum v itae.
2. Letter of a pplication/Cover letter.
3. Contact information for three professional references.
4. Statement describing research goals.
5. Statement of teaching philosophy.
For guaranteed consideration, applications must be received by November 15, 2024.
If you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact Dr. Scott Smalley at 515-294-0047 or by email at smalle16@iastate.edu.
Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:- Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans- Generous leave plans- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)- Life insurance and long-term disability- Flexible Spending Accounts- Various voluntary benefits and discounts- Employee Assistance Program- Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: October 17, 2024
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:R15738
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive?land-grant?mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
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