Assistant Professor, Plant Pathology & Row Crops

Fort Valley State University; Fort Valley (GA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Startup funds contingent on research

Job summary

Fort Valley State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Plant Pathology/Row Crops and Pecans. The 12-month, hybrid position spans Agricultural Research (75%) and Agricultural Sciences (25% instruction).

Responsibilities include teaching Plant Science and Plant Pathology, mentoring students, and building a field-based program addressing diseases in crops like cotton, peanut, pecans, and peaches in Middle Georgia.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Plant Pathology.
• Field research experience in plant diseases.
• Innovative instructional pedagogy including familiarity with AI-assisted education and research technologies.
• Ability to create inclusive, effective learning environments for diverse student cohorts.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across teaching, research and extension settings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality instruction in undergraduate and graduate Plant Science courses.
• Design, prepare, and supervise student laboratory and experiential learning activities.
• Utilize D2L and other instructional technologies to deliver course materials.
• Develop course objectives and assessments to measure student learning outcomes.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students; support student organizations.

Skills

Field research

Effective communication

Collaborative teamwork

AI-assisted education

Education

Ph.D. in Plant Pathology

Job description

Fort Valley State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Plant Pathology/Row Crops and Pecans. The 12-month, hybrid position spans Agricultural Research (75%) and Agricultural Sciences (25% instruction).

Responsibilities include teaching Plant Science and Plant Pathology, mentoring students, and building a field-based program addressing diseases in crops like cotton, peanut, pecans, and peaches in Middle Georgia.