Adjunct Professor

Daemen University; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 28,435 - 34,060; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution is seeking an Adjunct Professor for the Fall 2025 semester to teach a course on Food and Agriculture Issues. This role involves providing an overview of both conventional and sustainable agricultural practices, along with the social and economic issues tied to food production and distribution. Candidates should have a master's degree in a related field and preferred teaching experience, with a strong focus on engaging diverse populations. Compensation is $2800 per semester.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher required in a relevant field.
• Experience related to course material.
• Preferred previous teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food and Agriculture Issues course during Fall 2025 semester.
• Discuss sustainable practices and economic issues in agriculture.
• Engage students through diverse educational methods.

Skills

Experience with active learning

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

Master's degree or higher in an appropriate field

Job description

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:

• 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.

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