What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor for School of Business - Agribusiness position at McKendree University?
McKendree University, located in Lebanon, IL and home of the Bearcats, invites qualified applicants to join our team. McKendree University offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and the opportunity to influence the future leaders of tomorrow.
The mission of McKendree University is to provide a high-quality educational experience to outstanding students. We guide our students in the pursuit of academic excellence, which will prepare them for leadership roles in our society. To achieve this end we encourage broader vision, enriched purpose, engagement with community, commitment to responsible citizenship, openness to new ideas and dedication to lifelong learning. In keeping with our history and traditions, we provide our students with a rigorous, broadly based liberal arts curriculum joined with specialization in a specific discipline.
Position Summary and Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate courses in agribusiness, such as agricultural economics, farm management, supply chain management, and sustainability.
- Develop and update course materials to align with industry trends and best practices.
- Mentor and advise students in academic and career development.
- Establish partnerships with agricultural enterprises, government agencies, and agribusiness professionals.
- Engage in service activities within the university and broader community.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- A Master’s Degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business or closely related field.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate level.
- Experience developing or enhancing academic programs, particularly those emphasizing experiential and interdisciplinary learning.
- Industry experience in agribusiness or agricultural economics.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Ph.D. or terminal degree in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, or a closely related field.
- Proven ability to establish industry partnerships that support internships, professional field experiences, and career pipelines for students.
- Evidence of scholarly productivity, including publications, conference presentations, and research collaborations.
Required Application Materials
- A cover letter addressing your qualifications and vision for the role.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV).
- Copies of Transcripts (official required upon hire).
- Proof of teaching license, if available.
- A statement of teaching philosophy, emphasizing experiential learning and industry trends.
- A statement of research interests and future plans.
- Contact information for three professional references.
Equal Opportunity Employer
McKendree University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. This extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruiting, hiring, training, on-the-job treatment, promotion, layoff, and termination.
