Deadline: 1 August 2022
Southeast Missouri State University seeks to recruit instructor with a commitment to excellent undergraduate (and graduate) education and student success within the framework of the teacher-scholar model.
Applications of instructional technology and pedagogical research are supported through the Center for Teaching and Learning and the Office of Online Learning. Successful candidates will contribute to the development of innovative curricula and delivery strategies, including traditional, blended, online formats, and participate in initiatives promoting student success, retention, and degree completion.
I. Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in one or more of the agriculture disciplines (agribusiness, agriculture communication, agriculture education, agriculture system management, animal science, horticulture, and agronomy/crops and soils).
- The successful candidate will participate in curriculum development and will provide new expertise to help lead the program in new directions.
- Additional responsibilities include: facilitating experiential learning efforts, advising students, serving on committees, participating in professional development and collaborating with area stakeholders.
II. Qualifications
- Master's degree in one of the agriculture disciplines or related field. Degree must be from a regionally accredited or internationally accredited/ government certified university
- Possess theoretical knowledge and practical experience in agriculture and/or agribusiness
- Demonstrated ability to deliver highly effective teaching in agriculture
- Demonstrated commitment to student growth and achievement
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate experiential learning activities
- Demonstrated commitment to the teacher/scholar model
- Demonstrated commitment to collegiality and collaboration within the University community and interest in interacting with external constituents
- Evidence of effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to a diverse work environment, including working with multi-cultural populations and an understanding of, and sensitivity to, issues affecting women and minorities
III. How to Apply?
To Apply, please, Submit the below items online HERE
- Letter of application addressing all position required qualifications
- Current curriculum vitae
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Diversity Statement
- Unofficial copies of transcripts (official transcripts required for employment)
- Names and contact information of three professional references.
IV. About Southeast Missouri State University
Southeast Missouri State University is a comprehensive regional state university with five colleges, approximately 11,000 students, and a faculty and staff of over 1,100. Southeast, a moderately selective institution, offers baccalaureate, masters, and specialist degrees, and participates in joint doctoral programs with the University of Missouri. Its intercollegiate athletics program is classified NCAA Division I and the University is a member of the Ohio Valley Conference. The University currently sponsors 15 sports: 6 for men and 9 for women. Cape Girardeau, a historic city overlooking the Mississippi River, is the hub of a thriving county with a population of approximately 78,000. Serving a region of more than 500,000 people, it is the largest center for retail, medical, manufacturing, communications, and cultural activities between St. Louis and Memphis.
V. Benefits
Southeast Missouri State University provides an excellent benefits package. For complete benefit details, please, visit the University website
