Temporary Instructor, Soil Science

Instructor -Environmental Science Degree Program, School of Natural Resources, College of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources at the University of Missouri (MU). Salary will be commensurate with experience. This is a temporary, 12-month unranked, non-regular faculty position, not eligible for tenure. Position may be extended, depending upon available funding.

Start date: 1/1/2025, or as negotiated.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses related to Soil and Environmental Sciences. Primary responsibility will be organizing and teaching sections of an undergraduate Introductory Soil Science Laboratory. An additional activity is to assist with the Introduction to Soil Science course (3 credit hours, lecture) or Introduction to Environmental Science (3 credit hours, online), one semester every academic year.

Detailed Description: The first priority for this position is to teach sections of the Introductory Soil Science Laboratory (2 credit hours), each Fall and Spring semester; develop, prepare, and deliver all laboratory assignments in Soil Science 2106. An additional activity is to assist with the Introduction to Soil Science course (3 credit hours, lecture), one semester every academic year.

This position will report to the Director, School of Natural Resources.

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates should have a M.S. in soil science, environmental science, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.

Candidates will be evaluated on: An interest in pedagogy and application of creative teaching techniques and demonstrated excellence in teaching. Experience in teaching an introductory soil science course or introductory environmental science course.

To apply for this position, please visit the MU website at http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic/index.php, Job ID 53345. Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, publication list, description of teaching interests and teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information of three references.

Screening of applications will begin October 15, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For additional information about the position, please contact Dr. Steve Anderson, Search Committee chair at andersons@missouri.edu .

About MU: MU, the flagship institution in the University of Missouri System, has over 34,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is a land grant institution and a member of the Association of American Universities. Located midway between St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is a vibrant university town that is consistently ranked among the top small cities to live in America.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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