Director and Senior Lecturer/Master Lecturer/Professor of Practice – Plant Science Degree Program with University of Florida in University of Florida main campus – Gainesville, FL

Duties will include teaching three to four courses annually in the Plant Science major, including teaching the Plant Science B.S. degree capstone courses and other undergraduate courses based on expertise and program needs, and providing leadership for the undergraduate Plant Science Program. The successful candidate will engage in scholarly activities related to instruction and advising and mentoring undergraduate students. This position is also expected to provide  leadership in curriculum revision and enhancement, publish teaching-related articles, produce learning tools, and engage in professional development activities related to teaching and advising. All faculty are encouraged to support and participate in the CALS Honors Program, distance education, and international education. Other duties and responsibilities related to leadership and administration will include supervision of the Plant Science Academic Advisor and budgetary oversight of the program. A successful candidate will develop and maintain industry and alumni contacts for program support and internship opportunities. Recruitment and  retention of students, including increased accessibility for statewide students, within the program is key. This includes recruitment and training of Faculty Mentors. This position will lead the Plant Science Steering Committee and work closely with the Plant Science Academic Advisor,
Faculty Mentors, unit leaders and upper administration to achieve program goals and learning objectives. This person will actively promote Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) among participating faculty, work with unit leaders to ensure timely peer assessment of core courses and lead the annual Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) assessment. Because of the IFAS land-grant mission, all faculty are expected to be supportive of and engaged in all three mission areas— Research, Teaching and Extension—regardless of the assignment split specified in the position description.

A Master of Science or doctorate (foreign equivalent acceptable) in plant science or a closely related discipline is required. A doctoral degree and more than five years of experience in undergraduate teaching, an established record of excellence in teaching and mentoring, and evidence of academic leadership experience and/or training are preferred. Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, interpersonal relationships, and undergraduate teaching, advising, and mentoring. Candidates are also expected to have some prior experience associated with program management and administration. Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system. Candidates must also have a commitment to IFAS core values of excellence, diversity, global involvement, and accountability.