University of Florida Looking for Instructional Assistant Professor/Lecturer Full Time

Instructional Assistant Professor/Lecturer

Job No: 529701
Work Type: Non-Tenure-Track
Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Agricultural
Sciences
Department: 60140000 – AG-ENTOMOLOGY AND NEMATOLOGY

Job Description

Classification Title:

Lecturer

Job Description:

The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is
creating an environment that affirms community across all dimensions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an
environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to
apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF .

This is a 12-month,
permanent, non-tenure-accruing Instructional Assistant Professor/Lecturer track faculty position that will be 100% teaching (College of
Agricultural and Life Sciences), available in the Entomology and Nematology Department, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS),
at the University of Florida. The position will be academically housed in the Entomology and Nematology Department within IFAS and the
nature of assignment may change in accordance with the evolving needs of the Department and IFAS.

The primary focus of this
position will be to support the teaching mission of our expanding urban entomology program. The successful candidate will teach courses
including Biology and Identification of Urban Pests (ENY3222/5223), Principles of Urban Pest Management (ENY3225/5226), and Urban IPM
Practicum (ENY4230): an industry internship program to advance workforce development in urban pest management. Other courses could include
the successful candidate’s area of expertise or other departmental needs. Other important aspects of this position will be serving as the
coordinator for our distance education certificate programs in Urban Pest Management and Pest Control Technology and contributing to
advising undergraduate students in our major.

As part of their program, the successful candidate is encouraged to participate in
scholarly activities related to instruction, including teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses, participating in curriculum revision
and enhancement, supervising student research and creative work, conducting and publishing teaching-related scholarship, and engaging in
professional development activities related to teaching and advising. The successful candidate will be expected to be entrepreneurial to
facilitate the growth of the urban entomology programs, such as interfacing with pest management associations and extension faculty and
enhancing the student experience.

Background Information:

The Entomology & Nematology Department is
housed in the Institute of Food and Agricultural
Sciences with locations in Gainesville, FL and around the state at Research and Education Centers. Our undergraduate and graduate
entomology programs are both among the largest in the country with a variety of subject areas. Non-thesis distance M.S. and on-line
certificate programs are also an important component of our teaching efforts. Course offerings attract students in diverse majors from
across colleges within the university.

The University of Florida is a Land-Grant, Sea-Grant,
and Space-Grant institution, encompassing virtually all academic and professional disciplines, with an enrollment of more than 56,000
students. UF is a member of The Association of American Universities. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences
includes the College of Agricultural and Life
Sciences, the Florida Agricultural
Experiment Station, the Florida
Cooperative Extension Service, the College of Veterinary Medicine, the Florida Sea Grant program, and encompasses
16 on-campus academic departments and schools, 12 Research and Educational Centers (REC) located throughout the state, 6 Research
sites/demonstration units administered by RECs or academic departments, and Florida Cooperative Extension Service offices in all 67
counties (counties operate and maintain). The School of Natural Resources and Environment is an interdisciplinary unit housed in IFAS and
managed by several colleges on campus. UF/IFAS employs nearly 4,500 people, which includes approximately 990 salaried faculty and 1,400
permanent support personnel located in Gainesville and throughout the state. IFAS, one of the nation’s largest agricultural and natural
resources research and education organizations, is administered by a Vice President and four deans: the Dean of the College of Agricultural
and Life Sciences, the Dean for Extension and Director of the Florida Cooperative Extension Service, the Dean for Research and Director of
the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station, and the Dean for the College of Veterinary Medicine. UF/IFAS also engages in cooperative work
with Florida A&M University in Tallahassee.

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Minimum
Requirements:

A M.S. or Ph.D. degree (foreign equivalent acceptable) in entomology, nematology, biology, or a closely related
discipline is required. Candidates should have demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, and interpersonal relationships.
Meaningful teaching experience, ideally including experience with distance education is also required. Experience or familiarity with urban
pest or vector management, urban landscape entomology, the urban pest management industry or other related areas of urban entomology is
required. Demonstrated commitment to working with and supporting a diverse community of students, either online, in person, or both.
Candidates must also have a demonstrated commitment to the UF core values of excellence,
discovery & innovation, inclusion, freedom & civility, community, and stewardship.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference
will be given to individuals with experience in one or more of the following: (1) working in or with industries related to urban pest
management, (2) online teaching, (3) student mentorship, leadership or advising, and/or (4) curriculum development.

Special
Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, candidates should apply and submit materials by January 16, 2024. The
position will remain open until a viable applicant pool is determined.

Nominations

Nominations are welcome. Nominations need to include the complete name and address of the nominee. This information should be sent
to:

Please refer to Requisition # 529701

Dr. Jennifer Weeks

Chair, Search and Screen Committee

University
of Florida

Entomology & Nematology

PO Box 110620

1881 Natural Area Drive

Gainesville, FL 32611

Telephone: 352-273-3955

Facsimile: 352-392-5660

Electronic Mail: [email protected]

Application Information

Individuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF and
submit:

• Cover letter that states applicant’s interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed
  above
• Curriculum vitae
• A teaching/advising philosophy statement that describes previous in-person and online teaching and
  mentoring experience as well as specific teaching strengths and interests.
• Contact information (including email addresses) for
  three individuals willing to write letters of recommendation
• Unofficial graduate transcripts

Selected candidate
will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if
the designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required
to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation
Services (NACES).

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. The University of Florida is a public institution
and subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity
Institution. The University and greater Gainesville community enjoy a diversity of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor
recreational activities, and social opportunities.

Health Assessment Required:
No

Applications Close: Open until
filled

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/529701/instructional-assistant-professorlecturer

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