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Posted: 08-Apr-26
Location: Athens, Ohio
Type: Full Time
Salary:
Area of Focus:
Applied Plant Biology
Environmental Plant Biology
Soil
Other
Salary Details:
Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by our generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/.
Required Education:
Masters
Internal Number: 20163114F
The Department of Environmental and Plant Biology at Ohio University invites applications for a full-time Visiting Professor in Applied Plant Science for the 2026–2027 academic year. This is a teaching-focused, non-tenure-track position with a significant service component supporting applied, experiential learning. The Visiting Professor position is a full time, nine-month position for the academic year 2026-2027 (from August 16, 2026, to May 15, 2027). The appointment may be renewable depending on departmental needs and performance.
Position Description
Position Description
This visiting faculty member will contribute substantially to undergraduate instruction in applied plant science and will play a central role in coordinating operations and student engagement at the OHIO Student Farm. The position is structured as a teaching-focus appointment with a workload emphasizing undergraduate instruction alongside applied service responsibilities consistent with departmental needs.
The successful candidate will teach lecture, laboratory, and field-based undergraduate courses in applied plant science. We seek candidates with strong practical expertise who can support skill-based instruction and workforce preparation across areas that could include plant production systems, plant propagation, plant health management, sustainable agriculture, and related applied fields.
A major component of this role will be oversight and coordination of the OHIO Student Farm. Responsibilities will include supporting instructional activities at the farm, supervising student workers and experiential learning opportunities, assisting with seasonal planning and operations, and contributing to outreach and engagement initiatives connected to applied plant science education.
This position is eligible for the following benefits:
Medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.
Department and University
Department and University
The Department of Environmental and Plant Biology advances understanding of plant systems from molecules to ecosystems through teaching excellence while emphasizing experiential learning opportunities for students. Ohio University is a comprehensive public research institution located in Athens, Ohio, a vibrant college town in the Appalachian region.
The Posting End Date is May 3, 2026.
To Apply visit this link:
| https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/56399 |
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree in plant science, horticulture, agronomy, plant pathology, or a closely related field by the start date
- Demonstrated experience teaching or training students in applied plant science or closely related areas
- Strong working knowledge of plant production systems and hands-on experience with applied practices (e.g., propagation, crop management, pest and disease management, greenhouse or field operations)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in plant science or related discipline
- Experience teaching laboratory or field-based undergraduate courses
- Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating applied teaching facilities such as farms, greenhouses, or similar operations
- Evidence of commitment to inclusive, student-centered teaching and experiential learning
About Ohio University
Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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