Assistant Professor of Horticultural Science Cookeville, TN, United States Job Description Description of Job Duty:The School of Agriculture in the College of Agriculture and Human Ecology at Tennessee Tech University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Horticultural Science. This is a full-time, 9-month tenure-track position with responsibilities in teaching (50%), research (45%), and
service (5%).Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Responsibilities Essential Functions:The successful candidate will develop a nationally recognized teaching and research program in horticultural science using a multidisciplinary approach. The responsibilities of the position include:Teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses in horticulture including nursery production and
management, landscaping, floriculture, plant propagation, greenhouse management, and controlled environment horticulture. Advise students and collaborate with organizations, agencies, and schools for placement of students in internships and projects to develop critical skill sets. Conduct innovative basic and/or applied horticultural science research under field, controlled environment and laboratory conditions
through independent and collaborative efforts with other faculty within the college, university, and other institutions.Write grant proposals and obtain external funding to support his or her research program. Publish in peer-reviewed journals in his or her discipline. Contribute to the school/college/university through service activities. Physical Demands: Those typical of an office/classroom environment. Special
Instructions:All applicants will be required to electronically upload:Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeCopy of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire)Statement of Teaching PhilosophyStatement of Research PlanEmail contact information for three references who will be contacted at the time of interview selection to provide a reference letter. Questions should be directed to: Dr. Michael Nattrass,
Interim Director and Associate Professor, School of Agriculture, P.O. Box 5034, Tennessee Tech University, Cookeville, TN 38505, E-mail: mnattrass@tntech.edu. Phone: 931-372-3012.Salary:Commensurate with education and experience. Benefits:Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of one (1) sick leave day per month and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits
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