Lecturer

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be instructor of record for several vital undergraduate horticulture courses that may include, but are not limited to: HORT 2210 – Landscape Gardening (4 credits); HORT 3280 – Landscape Construction (4 credits); HORT 3910 – Professional Landscape (3 credits); HORT 3950 – Careers in Horticulture (2 credits); and HORT 5210/6210 – Landscape Bidding, Installation, and Maintenance (4 credits).

The semester-based course load will be in keeping with college instructional workload guidelines, with 12 credits taught per semester. Course assignments could be changed and/or negotiated with the department head as needed and agreed upon based on the needs of the department.

The incumbent will advise the Auburn University Landscape and Nursery Association (AULNA) student club and participate on the Student Scholarships and Awards Committee.

The instructor will participate in training students in hands-on learning opportunities at the Auburn University Transformation Garden.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include an earned Ph.D. in horticulture from an accredited institution or a doctorate in a closely related plant science discipline by the time employment begins;
• experience as an instructor of record for undergraduate horticulture or related plant science courses at the university or community college level;
• a passion for training the next generation of leaders through highly engaged instruction and hands-on learning;
• excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

The incumbent must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and maintain legal authorization to work for the term of employment.

Desirable Qualifications

• A strong background and experience in the following areas are highly desirable: ornamental horticulture; commercial landscape design, construction, and maintenance; student recruitment; undergraduate student club advising; and training students for successful competition in national events such as the NALP National Collegiate Landscape Competition.

Application Requirements

• Apply for the position and attach the following:
• 1) a cover letter that addresses experience pertinent to all position responsibilities,
• 2) current curriculum vitae,
• 3) copies of all academic transcripts,
• 4) a one-to-two-page statement of teaching philosophy and vision for the position,
• 5) Four professional references with contact information.

Only complete applications will be considered.

To ensure consideration for the position, applicants are encouraged to apply by close of business on August 31, 2026.

The position will remain open until filled.

Contact Information

Questions concerning the position should be directed to: Dr. Daniel Wells, Search Committee Chair, email: daniel.wells@auburn.edu