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Job Posting Title:
Assistant Professor of Agriculture
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUA ASA - Biological Sciences (Nathan J Sammons (00007928))
Work Location:
LSU - Alexandria
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
Assistant Professor of Agriculture
DEPARTMENT: Department of Biological Sciences
POSITION TITLE: Assistant Professor of Agriculture, Tenure-Track
SUPERVISOR: Dean, College of Science, Technology & Mathematics
PURPOSE: The Department of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University at Alexandria invites applications for a tenure-track, 9-month position in Agriculture to begin Fall 2025. Candidates at the assistant or associate professor level will be considered. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Agricultural Sciences with expertise in agriculture education, precision agriculture or natural resource management.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and teaches face to face and on line courses as assigned
• Mentors undergraduate research for students in the agriculture concentration
• Maintains high standards of instruction
• Offers quality academic advising to students
• Actively serves on university committees and participates in institutional meetings
• Assists with curriculum development
• Regularly keeps office hours and is receptive to students both in person and electronically
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires a Ph.D. in Agriculture or a related field.
This position entails sixty percent teaching, twenty percent scholarly activities, and twenty percent community/university service.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
• Please submit applications through Workday, uploading the following as a single PDF: (1) detailed cover letter, (2) CV, (3) teaching philosophy, ( 4) statement of research interests, (5) unofficial
transcripts, and (6) contact information for three references.
• About Louisiana State University of Alexandria
• LSUA is a state-supported liberal arts university located in Central Louisiana. It is home to more
than 4100 undergraduate students from throughout the country and globe. LSUA is accredited by
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. It is one of the nine member institutions of Louisiana State University System. Its mission is to provide a broad
spectrum of affordable undergraduate degrees in a robust academic environment that challenges
students to excel.
• LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
• LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students,
faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU's Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of
Human Resource Management (HumanResources@lsua.edu) .
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
None
Special Instructions:
Please submit applications through Workday, uploading the following as a single PDF: (1) detailed cover letter, (2) CV, (3) teaching philosophy, ( 4) statement of research interests, (5) unofficial
transcripts, and (6) contact information for three references.
Background check is required for hire.
Questions or concerns about your application should be directed to LSUA Human Resources at 318-473-6401 or HumanResources@lsua.edu.
Please attach all transcripts to your application for proof of education.
Posting Date:
January 8, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
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Essential Position (Y/N):
LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
LSUA believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSUA is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSUA’s .
LSUA is also designated as a agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hrm@lsua.edu).
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hrm@lsua.edu
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