Job Description Summary & Additional Information Organizational Summary Statement: The Institute of Applied Agriculture (IAA) invites applications for a 9-month Oral Communication Lecturer position, to teach an oral communication course to undergraduate students at the University of Maryland, College Park. This is a Professional Track, 9-month faculty appointment that may be renewed. Physical Demands: N/A
Preferences: Preferred--Agriculture related experience and demonstrated ability to contribute to department decision-making, strategic planning, and academic and professional service. Qualifications : Required-- Master's degree in Communication, Speech Communication, Agricultural Communication & Leadership or closely related field. 2 years teaching experience, preferably at the post secondary level. The key person
will demonstrate excellence in teaching. Responsibilities: Teach 5 sections of INAG 110: Oral Communication, each spring and fall semester. Participate in departmental decision-making, strategic planning, and academic and professional service. Update and develop curriculum, instructional materials, assessment activities and teaching practices. Work as part of the Oral Communication teaching team and contribute to the
scholarship and enhancement of the course and the department. Required Application Materials: A complete application packet includes a Cover Letter, Resume or CV, Transcripts (copy acceptable for application process), teaching philosophy statement, sample course syllabus or teaching portfolio, and contact information of three (3) professional references. All candidates must apply online at https://ejobs.umd.edu for
position JR 103033. The effective start date is January 1, 2027. Best Consideration Date: August 1, 2026 Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Department AGNR-Institute of Applied Agriculture Worker Sub-Type Faculty Non-Regular (Fixed Term) Salary Range $55,000 - $60,000 Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will
not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position,
Summary from the source posting. Always confirm details on the institution's official career page.