Adjunct Professor

Daemen University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking an Adjunct Professor to join its Global & Local Sustainability team. This role involves teaching a course on Food and Agriculture Issues, focusing on the environmental, social, and economic aspects of agriculture. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in the subject matter, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a diverse learning environment. This opportunity offers a chance to impact students' understanding of sustainable practices in agriculture while engaging with a vibrant academic community.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in an appropriate field.
• Experience related to course material and online teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food and Agriculture Issues course for all majors.
• Discuss environmental impacts and social issues in agriculture.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Experience with Active Learning

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

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Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world.

The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation. Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities.

Purpose of Role

SUST/IND 338 Food and Agriculture Issues: The course integrates the science associated with food production with the social, political and economic issues influencing agriculture, food processing, distribution and access, safety and policy. Current and future use of sustainable practices in agriculture, labor and immigration issues and global food distribution will be discussed.

About This Opportunity

Joining our Global & Local Sustainability team, the Adjunct Professor will be responsible for the following:

Skills

Adjunct faculty member to teach a course in Food and Agriculture Issues for students of all majors during Fall 2025 semester. This course will provide an overview of the environmental impacts of conventional and sustainable agriculture, the social issues with labor in the food supply chain and access to healthy foods across different communities, and domestic and global economic issues related to food production, trade and food safety. Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience with & active learning; in both an online and face to face modality -Demonstrate analytical and organizational skills necessary to plan, implement and evaluate educational activities to assure compliance with established goals and objectives -Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written, necessary to interact effectively with all university constituents -Strong time management/organizational skills -Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations
  
  

$2800 per semester

Required Qualifications

• Candidate should possess a master's degree or higher in an appropriate field, have experience that relates to the course material and facility with the online environment. Previous teaching experience is preferred.
  
  

Daemen University strongly encourages all campus community members to get vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster vaccine.

Salary: $2800

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