Lecturer

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Horticulture in the College of Agriculture at Auburn University is seeking applications for the position of Horticulture Lecturer. This faculty position is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track, 100% instruction appointment that may be renewed annually contingent upon satisfactory performance. There may be an opportunity for a separate appointment during the summer for additional instructional and student-related activities. Full-time positions are eligible for benefits, including health insurance. The projected start date is January 4, 2027.

Requirements

Earned Ph.D. in horticulture or a closely related plant science discipline from an accredited institution by the time employment begins.
Experience as an instructor of record for undergraduate horticulture or related plant science courses at the university or community college level.
Passion for training the next generation of leaders through highly engaged instruction and hands-on learning.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and maintain legal authorization to work for the term of employment.
A cover letter that addresses experience pertinent to all position responsibilities.
Current curriculum vitae.
Copies of all academic transcripts.
A one-to-two-page statement of teaching philosophy and vision for the position.
Four professional references with contact information.

Nice To Haves

Strong background and experience in ornamental horticulture.
Strong background and experience in commercial landscape design, construction, and maintenance.
Experience in student recruitment.
Experience in undergraduate student club advising.
Experience in training students for successful competition in national events such as the NALP National Collegiate Landscape Competition.

Responsibilities

Instructor of record for undergraduate horticulture courses (e.g., HORT 2210 – Landscape Gardening, HORT 3280 – Landscape Construction, HORT 3910 – Professional Landscape, HORT 3950 – Careers in Horticulture, and HORT 5210/6210 – Landscape Bidding, Installation, and Maintenance).
Teach 12 credits per semester, with potential for course assignments to be changed or negotiated.
Advise the Auburn University Landscape and Nursery Association (AULNA) student club.
Participate on the Student Scholarships and Awards Committee.
Participate in training students in hands-on learning opportunities at the Auburn University Transformation Garden.