Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Bozeman, MONTANA
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Position Details
Position Information
Announcement Number | FAC - VA - 24014 |
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For questions regarding this position, please contact: | Shannon Arnold at [email protected] or 406-994-6663 |
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Working Title | Assistant Professor of Agricultural Education |
Brief Position Overview | The Department of Agricultural and Technology Education includes faculty working with secondary education, extension education, and industry clientele. It consists presently of three tenure track teaching faculty and about 100 undergraduate and graduate students. The Department currently supports four undergraduate majors as well as a Master of Science degree in Agricultural Education. Collaborative endeavors are highly valued. The Department is one of six academic program areas within the College. The successful applicant will be located on the MSU Bozeman campus. Montana and the surrounding region provide exceptional opportunities for field instruction, research, and professional growth. |
Faculty Tenure Track | Yes |
Faculty Rank | TT |
Position Number | 4A3881 |
Department | Agricultural Education |
Division | College of Agriculture/MAES |
Appointment Type | Faculty |
Contract Term | Academic Year |
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Union Affiliation | Exempt from Collective Bargaining |
FTE | 1.0 |
Benefits Eligible | Eligible |
Salary | Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications |
Contract Type | MUS |
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Recruitment Type | Open |
Position Details
General Statement | Founded in 1893 as a Land Grant University, Montana State University (MSU) is composed of nine academic colleges and a graduate school and boasts a friendly, supportive faculty and campus environment. Currently, the University hosts an enrollment of over 15,000 students, including approximately 2,000 graduate students. MSU is classified as one of 146 U.S. Research Universities (very high research activity) by the Carnegie Foundation. MSU is located in Bozeman, Montana, an extended community of about 55,000 nestled in the Rocky Mountains in Southwest Montana. In addition to providing access to an extraordinary ecosystem for teaching and research programs, Bozeman is renowned for year-round recreational and cultural opportunities to include access to world class ski areas, multiple blue ribbon trout streams and the Gallatin National Forest. The Bozeman-Yellowstone International Airport is served by several major airlines and is the busiest airport in the state. Named an All American City, Bozeman boasts high-quality medical facilities, a very low crime rate, many fine restaurants, acclaimed public and private schools, a symphony orchestra and choir, an annual opera, and nationally known events such as the Sweet Pea Festival of the Arts held in early August of each year. Bozeman is listed as one of National Geographic’s “World’s 25 Best Ski Towns.” Bizjournals.com ranked Bozeman #2 on the list of American Dream towns – small towns that offer the best quality of life without metropolitan hassles. The K-12 educational system, growing reputation of Montana State University, and pristine natural environment of the area combine to make Bozeman one of America’s most desirable university towns. Bozeman is located in the beautiful Gallatin Valley, 90 miles north of Yellowstone National Park. |
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Duties and Responsibilities | The Department of Agricultural and Technology Education seeks a talented, enthusiastic individual who will enhance our agricultural education instructional programs by:
The candidate should have a strong interest in contributing to the overall goals of the Department and is expected to play a strong role in delivering futuristic programs. |
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills |
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Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills |
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The Successful Candidate Will | Be a dynamic educator who will: (a) help MSU continue to provide outstanding teaching, research and service programs and (b) have effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, research sponsors, secondary and extension educators, and the public. |
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information | This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. |
Physical Demands | To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. |
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Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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Desired Start Date | Upon completion of a successful search. |
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Applications will be: | Screening of applications will begin November 3, 2023. However, applications will continue to be accepted until a robust applicant pool is established. |
Special Instructions | To apply, submit the following:
An application packet addressing all the above requirements and qualifications as listed is highly encouraged. Missing materials and information may not be requested and may result in your application not being considered for the position. |
Diversity Statement | Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html |
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