JOB NO: 530428
WORK TYPE: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
LOCATION: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES: Biology/Life Science, Agricultural Sciences, Physical/Mathematical Sciences
DEPARTMENT: 60210000 – AG-SOIL AND WATER SCIENCE
| CLASSIFICATION TITLE: | Lecturer |
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| JOB DESCRIPTION: | The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF . This is a 12-month non-tenure accruing position that will be 70% teaching (College of Agricultural and Life Sciences) and 30% academic support, available in the Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences (SWES), Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, at the University of Florida. This assignment may change in accordance with the needs of the unit. Duties will include: Primary Teaching Duties 1. Developing and teaching a new 3000-level undergraduate course “Ecosystem Principles and Practices in Soil and Water Sciences”. This will be a core course for the SWES major and emphasizes the role of soil and water in ecosystem processes. 2. Teaching an established 2000-level, general education biological sciences course “Land and Life” in distance, UF Online, and in-person formats during the Spring and Summer semesters. This course serves as an exploratory course for the SWES department and meets the biological sciences requirement for all UF Online majors. 3. Teaching an established 3000-level course “Agriculture and Environmental Quality” in distance, UF Online, and in-person formats during the Spring Semester. This course is an approved elective for the SWES major & minor. 4. Supervising undergraduate internships / individual research. 5. Participating in continuing education opportunities and events offered through the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS). 6. Serving on department, college, and university committees related to undergraduate academic programs. Other teaching responsibilities include, but are not limited to, curriculum revision, curriculum enhancement, and student recruitment initiatives. Successful candidates are encouraged to seek funding for teaching programs, produce learning tools, and engage in campus wide professional development activities related to teaching. Primary academic support liaison duties include, but are not limited to: 1. Assisting the SWES graduate coordinator, SWES DE coordinator, and SWES academic support staff in monitoring and tracking graduate student academic progress in the non-thesis MS program, thesis MS program, and PhD program (ensure students are meeting departmental & Graduate School deadlines for plan of study forms, formation of supervisory committees, and that DE graduate students have secured a permanent faculty advisor for their program. 2. Documenting and reporting student contact, and maintaining student data using appropriate software/databases. 3. Maintaining consistent communication and regular follow-ups with the SWES graduate coordinator and academic support staff. 4. Building a rapport with students to create a growth-centered, positive working environment. The faculty member will participate actively in undergraduate and graduate education by serving on graduate committees, supervising student teaching assistants, and mentoring undergraduate researchers. Background Information: The SWES Department is a leader in teaching, research, and extension/outreach programs in management, protection, and monitoring of soil and water resources. The SWES Department currently includes 40 tenured or tenure-track faculty members, 3 lecturers, 62 PhD students, 93 MS students, and 114 undergraduate students. The interdisciplinary nature of SWES programs results in research at multiple (molecular to landscape) scales to manage and protect land and water resources and solve environmental problems.  Teaching faculty are encouraged to participate in extension and research activities that contribute to their continuing education. The University of Florida is a Land-Grant, Sea-Grant, and Space-Grant institution, encompassing virtually all academic and professional disciplines, with an enrollment of more than 56,000 students. UF is a member of The Association of American Universities. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences includes the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station, the Florida Cooperative Extension Service, the College of Veterinary Medicine, the Florida Sea Grant program, and encompasses 16 on-campus academic departments and schools, 12 Research and Educational Centers (REC) located throughout the state, 6 Research sites/demonstration units administered by RECs or academic departments, and Florida Cooperative Extension Service offices in all 67 counties (counties operate and maintain). The School of Natural Resources and Environment is an interdisciplinary unit housed in IFAS and managed by several colleges on campus.  UF/IFAS employs nearly 4,500 people, which includes approximately 990 salaried faculty and 1,400 permanent support personnel located in Gainesville and throughout the state. IFAS, one of the nation’s largest agricultural and natural resources research and education organizations, is administered by a Vice President and four deans: the Dean of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the Dean for Extension and Director of the Florida Cooperative Extension Service, the Dean for Research and Director of the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station, and the Dean for the College of Veterinary Medicine.  UF/IFAS also engages in cooperative work with Florida A&M University in Tallahassee. |
| EXPECTED SALARY: | Commensurate with Education and Experience |
| MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: | A graduate degree (MS, PhD, or foreign equivalent) in ecosystem science, environmental science, biological sciences, or a closely related discipline is required. Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication and interpersonal relationships. Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the land-grant system. Candidates must also have a commitment to UF core values of excellence, discovery & innovation, inclusion, freedom & civility, community, and stewardship. |
| PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: | Post-graduate experience is desirable, including a record of scholarship in teaching and learning, and support of teaching or academic programs. |
| SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: | For full consideration, candidates should apply and submit materials by March 22, 2024. The position will remain open until a viable applicant pool is determined.NominationsNominations are welcome. Nominations need to include the complete name and address of the nominee. This information should be sent to:Please refer to Requisition # 530428James BonczekChair, Search and Screen CommitteeUniversity of FloridaDepartment of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences2181 McCarty Hall A, PO Box 110290Gainesville, FL 32607Electronic Mail: bonczek@ufl.eduApplication InformationIndividuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF and submit:Cover letter that states applicant’s interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed aboveCurriculum vitaeTeaching statement that includes philosophy of academic program leadership (maximum of 1,000 words)Contact information (including email addresses) for 3 individuals willing to write letters of recommendationUnofficial transcriptsSelected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws.The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution. The University and greater Gainesville community enjoy a variety of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities. |
| HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED: | No |
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