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Posting Number
20260028FAC
Job Title
Instructor/Assistant Professor, Crop and Soil Management
Number Of Vacancies
1
About Murray State
Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.
Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.
About Murray State Benefits
Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Type Of Employment
Regular Full-Time
Work Location:
Murray, KY
Employment Term
Academic Year
Position Type
Faculty (Tenure-Track)
Department
Agricultural Science
Anticipated Start Date
August 2026
Summary Of Job Duties And Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to teach a course load of 12 hours per semester, including courses such as Crop Science, Weeds and Their Control, Integrated Pest Management, and other courses as needed. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in agronomy and develop new courses that will enhance the current Crop and Soil Management degree program curriculum. Public service and research activities, student advising, preparing student teams for competition, co-advising the Agronomy Club, and developing a positive rapport with local, state and regional-level crop production firms will be required. The successful candidate will participate in research and scholarly activities, serve on committees, support quality graduate programs, and support the Hutson School of Agriculture and its activities, such as the annual FFA Field Day. The successful candidate will be intricately involved with the university research farms as well as engage collaboratively with industry partners.
Minimum Education Requirements
Master’s degree in Agronomy or a related field is required. A terminal degree in Agronomy or a related field is preferred.
Minimum Experience And Skill Requirements
Documented successful teaching experience required.
Preferred Education And/or Experience Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in and knowledge concerning row cropping systems, including corn, soybeans, tobacco, hemp, wheat, and/or precision agriculture.
Note: If the successful candidate is master’s prepared, the position will be filled as a non-tenure track, instructor. If the successful candidate holds a terminal degree appropriate for the position, the position will be filled as a tenure-track, assistant professor.
Pay Plan
Faculty I
Posting Date
01/15/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants
Along with the application, the following items must be included:
20260028FAC
Job Title
Instructor/Assistant Professor, Crop and Soil Management
Number Of Vacancies
1
About Murray State
Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.
Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.
About Murray State Benefits
Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Type Of Employment
Regular Full-Time
Work Location:
Murray, KY
Employment Term
Academic Year
Position Type
Faculty (Tenure-Track)
Department
Agricultural Science
Anticipated Start Date
August 2026
Summary Of Job Duties And Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to teach a course load of 12 hours per semester, including courses such as Crop Science, Weeds and Their Control, Integrated Pest Management, and other courses as needed. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in agronomy and develop new courses that will enhance the current Crop and Soil Management degree program curriculum. Public service and research activities, student advising, preparing student teams for competition, co-advising the Agronomy Club, and developing a positive rapport with local, state and regional-level crop production firms will be required. The successful candidate will participate in research and scholarly activities, serve on committees, support quality graduate programs, and support the Hutson School of Agriculture and its activities, such as the annual FFA Field Day. The successful candidate will be intricately involved with the university research farms as well as engage collaboratively with industry partners.
Minimum Education Requirements
Master’s degree in Agronomy or a related field is required. A terminal degree in Agronomy or a related field is preferred.
Minimum Experience And Skill Requirements
Documented successful teaching experience required.
Preferred Education And/or Experience Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in and knowledge concerning row cropping systems, including corn, soybeans, tobacco, hemp, wheat, and/or precision agriculture.
Note: If the successful candidate is master’s prepared, the position will be filled as a non-tenure track, instructor. If the successful candidate holds a terminal degree appropriate for the position, the position will be filled as a tenure-track, assistant professor.
Pay Plan
Faculty I
Posting Date
01/15/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants
Along with the application, the following items must be included:
- Letter of application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Evaluations