Adjunct/Per Course Faculty - Environmental Plant Science (Spring 2027)

Missouri State University; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 2,500 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

Missouri State University is seeking an Adjunct/Per Course Faculty member in Environmental Plant Science for Spring 2027 at the Springfield Campus. The role involves teaching courses at scheduled times and submitting grades according to deadlines, supporting the School of Agricultural Science and Conservation’s goals.

Minimum qualifications require a master’s degree or the equivalent professional experience in a field approved by the Dean.

Qualifications

• Per Course Faculty should possess a master’s degree or the equivalent professional experience in a field determined acceptable by the Dean.

Responsibilities

• Teaching classes at specific times, submitting grades by due dates, supporting goals/mission of School of Agricultural Science and Conservation. Employee reports to the School Director.

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Adjunct/Per Course Faculty - Environmental Plant Science (Spring 2027)

Position Title Adjunct/Per Course Faculty - Environmental Plant Science (Spring 2027)

Work Location

Work Location Springfield Campus

Out-of-State Employment

Out-of-state employment is limited to Arkansas, Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and subject to supervisor approval.

Department

Department School of Agricultural Science and Conservation

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Term

Term Spring Semester (per course faculty only)

Begin Date -Spring Term

Begin Date -Spring Term 01/11/2027

Begin Date - Summer Term

Begin Date - Fall Term

Maximum credit hours Per Course faculty can teach

Maximum credit hours Per Course faculty can teach 12 Credit Hours per 12 Month Period - Springfield Campus

Description of Primary Duties

Teaching classes at specific times, submitting grades by due dates, supporting goals/mission of School of Agricultural Science and Conservation. Employee reports to the School Director.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Per Course Faculty should possess a master’s degree or the equivalent professional experience in a field determined acceptable by the Dean.

Additional Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Equal Opportunity Statement

Non-Discrimination Statement Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [e-mail] , 417-836-4252.

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this vacancy?
  • Indeed
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  • Missouri State University Website
  • Google
  • Employee Referral
  • Job Alerts
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Personal Contacts / Networking
  • Job Board (CareerBuilder.com, Monster, etc.)
  • Other
• * Please specify the recruitment source where you located this posting. If you selected Employee Referral above, please list the name of the current MSU employee who referred you.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have a Master's Degree?
  • No
  • Yes
• * What discipline is your Master's degree?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you a current full-time regular Missouri State University employee?
  • Yes, I am a current full-time faculty/staff University employee.
  • No, I am not currently employed by the University.
  • No, I am a current per course faculty member.
  • No, I am a current part-time staff University employee.
  • No, I am a current University graduate assistant or teaching assistant.
  • No, I am a current student University employee.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts - 1
• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)
• Certificate/License-1
• Certificate/License-2
• Unofficial Transcripts -2

If you have questions:
Office of Human Resources
(t)417-836-5102
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If you have student employment questions:
Student Employment Services
(t)417-836-5627
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.