*Sharing for Mr. Ryan. This is a new position/hire.
Assistant Professor, Department of Agriculture
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Job Description
Instruction (60%): The successful candidate will teach a variety of agricultural business, agricultural communication, agricultural education and agricultural leadership courses both on campus and online.
Scholarship (10%): The successful candidate is expected to develop a program of scholarly pursuit in his or her discipline area, preferably focused on topics of regional agricultural interest.
Service (30%): The successful candidate is expected to participate in appropriate department, college, university, community, and professional service activities.
Minimum qualifications: A master’s degree in agriculture or closely related discipline. The candidate must have strong commitment to undergraduate education, possess strong communication skills, and be able to work well with students and department faculty and staff.
Preferred qualifications: A teaching background at the college or university level and/or business experience in the agriculture industry is highly desirable. Education or experience in community related organizations such as 4H, FFA, extension outreach is preferred.
Rank: Non-Tenure Track, Assistant Professor or Instructor
Salary: Full-time, 9-month position. Competitive salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Benefits: To review our competitive benefit package, please visit FHSU Benefits. Benefits include attractive retirement, group life and group health insurance programs and a tuition assistance program for employees, spouses, and dependents.
Appointment date: August 2025
Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.
Required Application Documents: With your application must include a letter of application, vitae, and three letters of reference.
Applicant documents should be submitted in one PDF.
Priority Deadline: Priority will be given to applications received by April 3, 2025.
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:
Department of Agriculture, Fort Hays State University
600 Park Street, Hays, KS 67601-4099
Telephone: (785) 628-5853
