Part-Time Lecturer(s) Pool in Agriculture

About the role

The Agriculture Program invites applications for a pool of part-time lecturers qualified to teach undergraduate agriculture courses. Since program needs vary from semester to semester, applicants are encouraged to identify any of the following areas of coursework they are qualified to teach in: Agriculture, Society and Natural World; Integrated Pest Management (IPM); Sustainable Vegetable Production; Principles of Horticulture and Practice; and other general agriculture courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate agriculture courses as identified in the application letter.
• Develop and maintain course materials and syllabi.
• Participate in departmental meetings and committee work.
• Maintain accurate student records and grades.
• Assist with curriculum development and assessment.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Plant Science, Horticulture or related field is required.
• Prior college-level teaching experience and relevant industry experience are required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the subject matter and ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate level.
• Experience in relevant industry or research.
• Ability to adapt to changing course needs and student populations.

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Proficiency in using educational technology tools.

Benefits

Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience. As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package. Newly hired lecturers with terminal degrees are placed in Range 3 of the salary schedule and others are normally placed in Range 2. Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules are prorated based on the number of units assigned and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.

Pay

Salary rates for California State University Lecturers (Academic Year) can be found in the schedules linked below.

• Range 2
• Range 3

Schedule

The schedule varies based on the number of units taught, but typically ranges from 3 to 15 units per semester.

Additional Information

For more information about the Agriculture program and the College of the Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, visit our website: https://www.csustan.edu/agriculture.

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