Instructor or Assistant Professor of Agriculture

General Description
Arkansas State University – Beebe, a two-year residential community and technical college associated with the Arkansas State University System, invites applications for two (2) full-time, promotion eligible, Instructors or Assistant Professors of Agriculture to begin July 2025.

The successful candidates will possess a thorough knowledge of the discipline and teach a wide swath of courses specific to Agriculture including Agricultural Business, Agricultural Education, Plant Science, Agricultural Science, Agronomy, and Animal Science. The ideal candidates will assist the college in maintaining a relevant, up-to-date Agriculture program and assist in the operation of the ASUB Farm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The individuals hired will:

· Teach Face to Face, Hybrid, and online course offerings as needed

· Teach at each campus location as needed

· Actively recruit students to the agriculture programs and ASU-Beebe, and participate in college student recruitment events

· Maintain a roster of advisees across many Career Education disciplines

· Participate in curriculum development and review

· Participate in course and program assessment annually

· Engage in student retention initiatives

· Serve on institutional committees

· Assist in the planning and operation of Ag Day and Cream of the Crop campus events

· Assist with the Ag Club student organization

· Assist in the maintenance and operation of the ASUB Farm and Greenhouse

· Establish relationships with K-12 counterparts and business & industry partners operating in Agriculture arenas

· Establish and meet with the Agriculture advisory council at least twice per academic year

The ideal candidates will possess a strong desire for teaching and community engagement rather than research and publishing.

Required Education/Experience:

• Master’s degree in Agriculture, Agriculture Education, Agronomy, Animal Science, Agriculture Technology or closely related field.
• Strong computer and technology skills.
• One to three years teaching/training experience in secondary, post-secondary, or business and industry setting