Open Rank Water & Cropping Systems Extension Educator

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Nebraska–Lincoln seeks an Extension Instructor or Open Rank Extension Educator for Water & Cropping Systems in Dodge County. The 12‑month, non-tenure track position focuses on research‑based extension programming connecting university, industry, and Nebraska communities.

The role requires strong teaching, communication, and collaboration, with travel across the region and cooperation with local stakeholders to deliver impactful programs and sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in agronomy, crop science, plant sciences, or a closely related field (extension educator) OR bachelor’s degree in agronomy, crop science, plant sciences, or a closely related field (extension instructor). If hired as an instructor, must pursue master’s within five years.
• Demonstrated ability to connect and engage with local farmers, agribusiness, and colleagues through relationships, programming, and service.
• Field experience in production agriculture with emphasis on cropping systems relevant to Nebraska agriculture.
• Successful experience teaching in formal or non-formal settings.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate publications, presentations, web, and social media.

Responsibilities

• Develops and delivers proactive, innovative extension programs and products with broad reach and impact.
• Establishes and sustains a strong local and regional programming portfolio.
• Employs innovative strategies to design, develop, implement, and assess programs.
• Engages and teaches in collaborative learning environments with teams and partners.
• Collaborates with Extension specialists and faculty on applied research and outreach.

Skills

Teaching & outreach

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in agronomy, crop science, plant sciences, or related field

Bachelor's degree in agronomy, crop science, or related field

Job description

University of Nebraska–Lincoln seeks an Extension Instructor or Open Rank Extension Educator for Water & Cropping Systems in Dodge County. The 12‑month, non-tenure track position focuses on research‑based extension programming connecting university, industry, and Nebraska communities.

The role requires strong teaching, communication, and collaboration, with travel across the region and cooperation with local stakeholders to deliver impactful programs and sustainable practices.