About this role
Assistant Professor - Agricultural Education and Studies
The Department of Agricultural Education and Studies at Iowa State University located in Ames, Iowa, seeks applicants for a 9-month, tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor. The focus of the position will be in agriculture teacher education. The position is 60% teaching and advising (undergraduate, MS and PhD students), 35% research, and 5% institutional and professional service.
Responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to agriculture education, both resident and online, and coordinating, facilitating and supervising field experiences. The candidate will be expected to develop a productive research program of national scope that addresses current issues related to agriculture and life sciences education and aligns with departmental strengths and mission. Research effort will include securing external funding, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, presenting research at national conferences, and advising undergraduate and graduate students. Service on departmental, college, and/or university committees, engagement with professional organizations, and potentially advising a student organization is expected.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D., awarded by the start date, in Agricultural Education or closely related field.
- Three years of teaching experience in agriculture or closely related field at the school-based or college level.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Completion of a teacher preparation program.
- Evidence of effective and innovative resident and online teaching.
- Documented experience conducting and disseminating research/scholarship.
Department/Program & College Description: The Department of Agricultural Education and Studies has its focus in the teaching and learning processes. All three elements of the land-grant philosophy -- learning, discovery, and engagement -- are part of the department's emphasis on the educational processes and how these processes impact our clientele in a variety of agricultural settings.
Department Unit/Website: For more information on the department, visit the department website.
Proposed Start Date: August 16, 2027
Number of Months Employed Per Year: 9 Month Work Period
Time Type: Full time