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Position Summary:
The College of Business, Industry, Life Science and Agriculture at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Agronomy. This is a full-time, 9-month position, with an anticipated start date of August 20, 2024. The University of Wisconsin System has a and a
Responsibilities:
Engagement in teaching and advising undergraduate students as well as leadership in our agronomy program. Teaching responsibilities include beginning and advanced agronomy courses, such as Seed and Grain Crops, Forage Crops, Weed Science, Precision Agriculture, Crop Production and Agroecology, not to exceed 12 credit hours per semester. Opportunities for guaranteed funding for summer salary to pursue research and/or outreach activities exist through the Dairy Innovation Hub (). Additional responsibilities include participation in professional and scholarly activities, mentoring student organizations including the collegiate crops team and agronomy club, and working with state organizations, producers, and agronomic professionals.
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Department Information:
The School of Agriculture (SOA) is part of the College of Business, Industry, Life Science and Agriculture. The SOA has over 550 undergraduate students, and 30 faculty and staff. A 430-acre farm is available for teaching, demonstration, and systems-based research. The SOA offers seven majors, such as agricultural education, agribusiness, animal science, dairy science, ecological restoration and resource management, environmental horticulture, and soil and crop science.
In the School of Agriculture, we value "learning by doing", engaging students in hands-on projects, undergraduate research projects, and through employment at the campus farm, laboratories, greenhouse and within our student-run businesses. Our soil and crop science graduates enjoy nearly 100% job placement. Our programs offer outstanding leadership and experiential learning opportunities such as service learning, undergraduate student research, faculty-led international study experiences, and internships within agricultural industry and government. We have 25 student organizations and competitive judging teams that will help enrich a student's college experience. We recognize that participation in extra-curricular activities encourages learning beyond the classroom and helps to develop and hone leadership skills, build lasting relationships, and improve students' ability to compete for professional career positions. See: and
Why It's Great to be a Pioneer:
The , founded in 1866, offers 47 baccalaureate and 10 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.
Application Deadline:
Applications must be submitted through our , applications are due by January 15, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.
How to Apply:The following documents are required for application consideration:
For questions call 608-342-1393 or email .
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:Our mission is to foster a diverse environment that contributes to an inclusive culture and climate by promoting critical discourse and meaningful interactions between all members of our campus community.
Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire.
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire.Full Time
Colleges & Universities
$51k-100k (estimate)
02/02/2024
04/26/2024
uwplatt.edu
PLATTEVILLE, WI
1,000 - 3,000
1866
RICHARD CLINE
$5M - $10M
Colleges & Universities
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville continues to be the fastest growing public university in Wisconsin. Located in southwest Wisconsin, just 20 miles east of the Mississippi River, UW-Platteville is currently a home away from home to over 8,600 Pioneers from across the tri-state area and beyond. UW-Platteville offers an affordable, accessible, high quality education. Faculty and staff are committed to student engagement, both in and out of the classroom. Students are encouraged to practice what they learn through collaborative projects, undergraduate research and creative endeavors, study ...abroad opportunities, and real-world experiences. Students can also practice skills learned in the classroom and develop leadership capacity through involvement in over 200 active student clubs and organizations. A Pioneer in distance education for 35 years, UW-Platteville also provides affordable, credible online programs and has been named Best School for Online Education in Wisconsin for three consecutive years. Online bachelors degrees are offered in business administration and criminal justice and masters degrees in Criminal Justice, Engineering, Distance Education Leadership, Project Management, and Integrated Supply Chain Management. Visit www.uwplatt.edu to learn more about UW-Platteville and discover why every day is a great day to be a Pioneer.
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