DESCRIPTION & DETAILS:

North Dakota State University and the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (ABEN) department are seeking an Assistant Professor of Practice in Agricultural Technology. In alignment with the objectives of the New Horizon: NDSU 2035 initiative, the successful candidate will lead and assist the development of innovative academic curriculum and courses that meet current and future workforce needs at the intersections of agricultural production systems, engineering, data science, and artificial intelligence.
The successful candidate will lead the development of an online certificate in agricultural technology or precision agriculture for the online Masters of Agriculture (MAG) program within the College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources. They will also contribute to curriculum redesign for the ABEN department’s Agricultural Technology (AGT) undergraduate program.
This position will teach the practical skills needed in the rapidly evolving field of agricultural technology. The professor of practice will teach cutting-edge technologies and techniques, allowing students to apply their knowledge directly to agricultural operations. This position will deliver high-quality student instruction to the AGT and MAG programs in on campus face to face and online modalities.
Courses taught will primarily be related to the application of agricultural technology to modern farming systems and may include existing or newly proposed courses, dependent upon program needs and candidate expertise. Topics may include, but are not limited to, introductory concepts in precision agriculture, applications of agricultural technology, sensor and control technology for agricultural systems, electronic systems in precision agriculture, data management for precision crop & livestock systems, and principles of hydraulic systems.
This position is initially for two years, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and availability of funds. This position will have an 80% teaching appointment, along with 10% applied research and 10% service appointments. Expected teaching load is 15-18 credit hours per year between face to face and online instruction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates must have a terminal degree or equivalent professional experience, and demonstrated professional or industrial/business experience.
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills, including evidence of ability to lead and motivate others
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and collaborate with diverse audiences within the scope of the land grant university mission

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated experience with innovative pedagogical approaches and evidence-based teaching practices, including active learning online or in the classroom.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and instructional design for online modalities.
• Experience with precision agriculture, data analytics, and/or drone pilot licensing process and requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of North Dakota’s agricultural landscape and challenges.
• Established professional network within the agricultural industry and research community.
• 2+ years of experience outside of academia in a position related to implementation of technology within the agricultural industry

ABOUT US:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.
NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.
NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

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