Assistant Professor

The Ohio State University; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Wooster, Ohio, invites applications for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in the FAES | Horticulture and Crop Science department. The position emphasizes teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, conducting research on urban horticulture and crop production, and contributing to extension and service in collaboration with local communities.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and show potential through publications, presentations, or dissertations.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Agronomy and Horticulture, Crop Science, Plant Science, Soil Science, Sustainable Agriculture, Agroecology, or related field; potential in applied research as demonstrated by publications, presentations, or dissertation in agriculture, crop science, soil science, or related subjects; requires successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in horticulture, crop science, vegetable production, and related topics; conduct research concerning horticultural food production systems with a focus on urban and urbanizing environments and communities; support university extension efforts through collaboration with community stakeholders; service to university, college, and profession.

Education

Ph.D. in Agronomy and Horticulture, Crop Science, Plant Science, Soil Science, Sustainable Agriculture, Agroecology, or related field

Job description

Job Title:

Assistant Professor

Department:

FAES | Horticulture and Crop Science

Tenure faculty (regardless of rank) - persons with the titles of professor, associate professor, assistant professor and instructor who serve on appointments totaling 50% or more service to the university and who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty member’s tenure initiation unit (TIU) and, as appropriate, regional campus; obligations will include research, service and/or teaching or clinical practice. These faculty will have earned doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study or possession of equivalent experience.

Additional Information:

Assistant Professor in The Ohio State University, Department of Horticulture and Crop Science, College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences, Wooster, Ohio.

Duties: teach undergraduate and graduate courses in horticulture, crop science, vegetable production, and related topics; research concerning horticultural food production systems with a focus on urban and urbanizing environments and communities; support university extension efforts through collaboration with community stakeholders; service to university, college, and profession.

Requirements: Ph.D. in Agronomy and Horticulture, Crop Science, Plant Science, Soil Science, Sustainable Agriculture, Agroecology, or related field; potential in applied research as demonstrated by publications, presentations, or dissertation in agriculture, crop science, soil science, or related subjects; requires successful completion of a background check.

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer.

Location:

Williams Hall (0414)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

The Ohio State University believes in diversity in people and ideas. What Ohio State does matters. And how we do it matters. When we are at our best, we make a real difference to people. Our size, breadth, geography, history and standard of excellence position us to drive the future of higher education. We believe that the university should be a place where people can work and learn together in a safe environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. As such, finalists for any faculty position that carries tenure must sign an authorization and disclosure form, which will allow current or prior employer(s) to share information to the University regarding any findings of employment-related misconduct or disciplinary proceedings against a candidate and/or any pending investigations related to alleged misconduct. Such information shall include findings and pending investigations with respect to sexual harassment, violence, or harassment; research misconduct; financial fraud or misconduct; foreign influence violations, grant misuse or misconduct; and/or any other type of finding or pending investigation relating to a candidate’s employer’s policies and rules governing faculty conduct that may reasonably be expected to affect a candidate’s appointment. If the University becomes aware of any past finding of misconduct or pending investigations that were not disclosed, Ohio State will treat that as a serious omission and reserves the right to rescind an offer or terminate employment.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.