What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Lecturer position at UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory?
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Posting Number F2330P Working Title Full-Time Lecturer Department CAES-Ag Leadership, Ed & Comm About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary $80,000 Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2025 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 03/24/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Lecturer FLSA Faculty Rank Lecturer Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Agricultural Education.
Position Summary
The Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication seeks a full-time Lecturer with a 100% instructional appointment. The successful candidate will be responsible for all duties related to AESC 4920/6920, Project FOCUS, AGED 4060/6040 Greenhouse Management for Educators, AGED/EDUC 4361/6361 Methods of Elementary Agriscience, and other courses as needed. In addition, the incumbent will have program management skills to direct Project FOCUS, a service-learning class offered by The College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and housed in ALEC. The lecturer will be teaching graduate and upper-level undergraduate students majoring in science-intensive disciplines at UGA foundational classroom teaching skills, including lesson planning and instructional design, experiential and active learning techniques, and assessment of learning. Project FOCUS students teach science lessons in compliance with Georgia Performance Standards two to three times each week during the 15-week semester. Other responsibilities include managing site relationships with local school districts, pairing students with elementary and middle school science teachers, and ensuring proper student background clearances before placing students in classrooms, continued support and communication with teachers, evaluating student performance, and supporting student growth through structured assignments and formative and summative assessments. This lecturer will be expected to design and implement a plan for promoting Project FOCUS at UGA and further developing the program for growth. This faculty member will also be responsible for ordering greenhouse supplies and supervising the annual student-led AGED 4060/6040 Plant Sale, which funds AGED student travel. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Agricultural Education and be available to start August 1, 2025. Expected instructional course load is 25 credit hours per academic year, and salary $80,000/academic year
Preferred Requirements
Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
The successful candidate will have the skills necessary to teach a wide range of agricultural education courses and have knowledge of and three years of experience in the areas of service learning, science education, agricultural education, elementary education, plant science, and greenhouse management.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for all duties related to AESC 4920/6920, Project FOCUS, AGED 4060/6040 Greenhouse Management for Educators, AGED/EDUC 4361/6361 Methods of Elementary Agriscience, and other courses as needed.The successful candidate will have the skills necessary to teach a wide range of agricultural education courses and have knowledge of and three years of experience in the areas of service learning, science education, agricultural education, elementary education, plant science, and greenhouse management.In addition, the incumbent will have program management skills to direct Project FOCUS, a service-learning class offered by The College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and housed in ALEC. The lecturer will be teaching graduate and upper-level undergraduate students majoring in science-intensive disciplines at UGA foundational classroom teaching skills, including lesson planning and instructional design, experiential and active learning techniques, and assessment of learning. Project FOCUS students teach science lessons in compliance with Georgia Performance Standards two to three times each week during the 15-week semester. Other responsibilities include managing site relationships with local school districts, pairing students with elementary and middle school science teachers, and ensuring proper student background clearances before placing students in classrooms, continued support and communication with teachers, evaluating student performance, and supporting student growth through structured assignments and formative and summative assessments. This lecturer will be expected to design and implement a plan for promoting Project FOCUS at UGA and further developing the program for growth. This faculty member will also be responsible for ordering greenhouse supplies and supervising the annual student-led AGED 4060/6040 Plant Sale, which funds AGED student travel.
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Posting Number F2330P Working Title Full-Time Lecturer Department CAES-Ag Leadership, Ed & Comm About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary $80,000 Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2025 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 03/24/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Lecturer FLSA Faculty Rank Lecturer Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Agricultural Education.
Position Summary
The Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication seeks a full-time Lecturer with a 100% instructional appointment. The successful candidate will be responsible for all duties related to AESC 4920/6920, Project FOCUS, AGED 4060/6040 Greenhouse Management for Educators, AGED/EDUC 4361/6361 Methods of Elementary Agriscience, and other courses as needed. In addition, the incumbent will have program management skills to direct Project FOCUS, a service-learning class offered by The College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and housed in ALEC. The lecturer will be teaching graduate and upper-level undergraduate students majoring in science-intensive disciplines at UGA foundational classroom teaching skills, including lesson planning and instructional design, experiential and active learning techniques, and assessment of learning. Project FOCUS students teach science lessons in compliance with Georgia Performance Standards two to three times each week during the 15-week semester. Other responsibilities include managing site relationships with local school districts, pairing students with elementary and middle school science teachers, and ensuring proper student background clearances before placing students in classrooms, continued support and communication with teachers, evaluating student performance, and supporting student growth through structured assignments and formative and summative assessments. This lecturer will be expected to design and implement a plan for promoting Project FOCUS at UGA and further developing the program for growth. This faculty member will also be responsible for ordering greenhouse supplies and supervising the annual student-led AGED 4060/6040 Plant Sale, which funds AGED student travel. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Agricultural Education and be available to start August 1, 2025. Expected instructional course load is 25 credit hours per academic year, and salary $80,000/academic year
Preferred Requirements
Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
The successful candidate will have the skills necessary to teach a wide range of agricultural education courses and have knowledge of and three years of experience in the areas of service learning, science education, agricultural education, elementary education, plant science, and greenhouse management.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for all duties related to AESC 4920/6920, Project FOCUS, AGED 4060/6040 Greenhouse Management for Educators, AGED/EDUC 4361/6361 Methods of Elementary Agriscience, and other courses as needed.The successful candidate will have the skills necessary to teach a wide range of agricultural education courses and have knowledge of and three years of experience in the areas of service learning, science education, agricultural education, elementary education, plant science, and greenhouse management.In addition, the incumbent will have program management skills to direct Project FOCUS, a service-learning class offered by The College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and housed in ALEC. The lecturer will be teaching graduate and upper-level undergraduate students majoring in science-intensive disciplines at UGA foundational classroom teaching skills, including lesson planning and instructional design, experiential and active learning techniques, and assessment of learning. Project FOCUS students teach science lessons in compliance with Georgia Performance Standards two to three times each week during the 15-week semester. Other responsibilities include managing site relationships with local school districts, pairing students with elementary and middle school science teachers, and ensuring proper student background clearances before placing students in classrooms, continued support and communication with teachers, evaluating student performance, and supporting student growth through structured assignments and formative and summative assessments. This lecturer will be expected to design and implement a plan for promoting Project FOCUS at UGA and further developing the program for growth. This faculty member will also be responsible for ordering greenhouse supplies and supervising the annual student-led AGED 4060/6040 Plant Sale, which funds AGED student travel.
Percentage Of Time 100
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- List of References with Contact Information
- Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
Salary : $80,000
