Adjunct Instructor: ESS/SOCR 405 Global Agriculture and Environmental Change
About The Position
The Department of Soil and Crop Sciences is seeking an instructor to teach ESS/SOCR 405: Global Agriculture and Environmental Change during the Spring 2027 semester, including online sections. The course explores the past, present, and future of global agroecosystems in a changing environment. Topics include water management, climate change, air pollution, land-use change, agricultural development, food security, and strategies for creating a more sustainable and food-secure world. The instructor is expected to communicate effectively, teach the subject matter with excellence, and work to improve the undergraduate experience. The Department of Soil and Crop Sciences focuses on education, research, and outreach addressing food production, Earth’s ecosystems, and ecosystem services. Its academic programs prepare students to address crop production, sustainability, and environmental quality challenges, and provide opportunities to participate in research related to global food production and ecosystem function and protection.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Natural Resources or a closely related field.
- At least 3 years of postdoctoral experience in global food systems research.
- At least 3 years of experience teaching asynchronous courses.
- Demonstrated ability to teach hybrid courses in areas of expertise using video conferencing and synchronous and/or asynchronous learning technologies.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States by the employment start date.
- New hires must complete a pre-employment criminal background check.
Responsibilities
- Present lectures for ESS/SOCR 405 in person and online during Spring 2027.
- Respond to student questions.
- Prepare course materials.
- Evaluate students and grade exams.
- Demonstrate effective communication and teaching excellence, and strive to improve the undergraduate experience.
Benefits
- The posting describes a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance; it refers applicants to CSU benefits information for details.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
