Turfgrass Instructor in the Agricultural Technology Program [associates degree program]
Instructor (Open Rank)
Job no: 514743
Work type: Teaching & Research Faculty
Senior management: Agriculture & Life Sciences
Department: Agriculture Technology 2-year Prog.
Location: Blacksburg Area
Categories: Agriculture / Life Science
Job Description
The Agricultural Technology program (AT) is part of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at Virginia Tech. The AT program consists of two years of education, leading to an Associate of Agriculture Degree. Its primary purpose is to provide students with the practical experience needed to be productive in the many careers within the Agricultural Industry. The AT program is seeking applicants for an academic year, nontenure track, instructor position for the Landscape and Turfgrass Management (LTM) option.
The faculty member will be expected to teach three to four courses per semester. Specific courses will include but are not limited to: Fundamentals of Turfgrass Management, Golf and Sports Turf Management, Turfgrass Capstone, Soils and Nutrient Management, and Irrigation and Drainage. Additional responsibilities will include coordination for diversity and inclusion activities for the program. This person will advise turfgrass emphasis students. Assistance with curriculum revision, recruitment, marketing, and alumni relations is an expectation. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Turfgrass Sciences or related agricultural field (horticulture, plant sciences, etc.); Experience in teaching related coursework; Demonstrated success in teaching with styles and methods that emphasize hands on, practical, science-based learning experiences; A strong background in turfgrass management; Excellent communication, human relations, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching in a postsecondary setting; Related industry experience.
Appointme
nt Type
Regular
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience
Review Date
February 12, 2021
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim(That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive communitydedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicinecollege, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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Advertised: December 15, 2020