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Middle Tennessee State University

Location: MurfreesboroTN 37132 Document ID: AB412-4IAU Posted on: 2018-04-0404/04/2018 Job Type: Full-time

Job Schedule:Full-time
2018-05-04
 

Agribusiness and Agriscience (Agribusiness/Agricultural Economics), Tenure-Trac

The School of Agribusiness and Agriscience at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a tenure-track faculty position (#102040) in Agribusiness/Agricultural Economics at the assistant/associate professor rank. The position begins August 1, 2018.

The candidate selected for this position will be expected to secure external funds in order to create a nationally recognized research program. In addition to a demonstrated ability to excel in applied research, the ideal candidate will be able to teach a wide variety of undergraduate Agribusiness courses such as policy, management, marketing, and finance. Strong quantitative skills are a must for success in this position. Public service and student mentoring are further requirements for this position. Duties may also include supervision of undergraduate research projects and advising student organizations. Effective teaching, organizational, and communication skills are essential. The ability to be a productive team player and to interact well with peers, students, constituent groups, and the general public is essential.

The School serves approximately 500 undergraduate students and offers baccalaureate programs in Animal Science, Plant and Soil Science, Agribusiness, and Fermentation Science. Agricultural education concentrations are available. The School also offers graduate degrees in Horse Science (MS) and Administration and Supervision (MEd) with a concentration in Agricultural Education Leadership. The School houses a variety of farm laboratories, including Beef, Swine, and Dairy units, and an on-campus creamery.

More information about the School of ABAS and Farm Laboratories can be found at http://www.mtsu.edu/abas.

Required Education
Doctoral degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Economics, Natural Resource or Environmental Economics, or a closely related field by the date of appointment.

Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Other Desirable
Candidates with demonstrated excellence in undergraduate education, applied research, and public service will receive special consideration.

Salary and Benefits
Rank and salary commensurate with education and experience. Additionally, MTSU provides its employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance as well as several other optional benefit plans
• Retirement savings programs that include your choice of two plans as well as three deferred compensation savings plans
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Programs
• Sick leave

Job Open Date 09/29/2017
Job Review Date for Optimal Consideration 11/06/2017
Is this position Grant Funded? No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to include a statement of teaching philosophy, their Research Statement or Creative Activities as appropriate to the discipline, their curriculum vitae, and cover letter at the time of online application.

If you need assistance in applying, please contact Faculty Recruitment Specialist at 615-898-5128

If you have position specific questions, please contact Dr. Justin Gardner, Search Committee Chair at 615-898-2418 or justin.gardner@mtsu.edu.

Additional Information
If selected for an on-campus interview, applicants should then request official transcripts (not issued to student) of all college degrees be sent directly to the academic department prior to the interview. In order to complete an employment agreement, official transcripts from each degree-granting institution must be provided. If transcripts are from a non-U.S. institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts both translated into English and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

Likewise, you will be required to provide names and contact information for three recommenders (external to MTSU ) during your application to the posting. If you are approved for the candidate pool, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided. The letters should be returned via the link provided in the solicitation of the recommendation and must be current and specific to the job posting. Letters of recommendation may not be provided from a general dossier.

Applications received by posted Review Date will receive full consideration. However, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU available at www.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Pre-Employment Information
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Job Category Faculty - Tenure Track
Job Type Full Time
Academic Resources

Reference Letters

Reference Letters

Accept References Yes
Minimum Requests 3
Maximum Requests 5
Last Day a Reference Provider Can Submit Reference 06/30/2018
Special Instructions to Reference Provider
Recommendation letters should be submitted via the uniquely assigned link and per the instructions included in the solicitation letter automatically generated if/when the recommendations are required. Generic letters stored on a third party site will not be accepted.

Letters should be addressed to Dr. Justin Gardner, Search Committee Chair, School of Agribusiness and Agriscience.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Are you a sexual offender or violent sexual offender as defined by T.C.A. 40-39-202?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • MTSU Jobs
    • State Office of Employment Services
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverse Issues
    • Hispanic Outlook
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • Friend/Employee
    • Other

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Teaching Philosophy
  4. Research/Creative Activities
Optional Documents
  1. Other Document
  2. Other Document 2


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