Texas A&M University – Kingsville Hiring for Assistant/Associate Professor in Agriculture Business Management at Kingsville, Texas Full Time

Job Title

Assistant/Associate Professor in Agriculture Business Management

Agency

Texas A&M University – Kingsville

Department

King Ranch Institute For Ranch Management

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant / Associate Professor in Agriculture Business Management

Appointment: 9-month; Tenured / Tenure Track; 25% Teaching / 50% Research / 25% Outreach

Unit: King Ranch® Institute for Ranch Management (KRIRM)

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications

Job Summary

The successful applicant will be an expert in the business management of ranching operations that understands the vision and works to advance the mission of the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management (KRIRM) and Department of Agriculture, Agribusiness, and Environmental Sciences (AAES). Responsibilities will include teaching one 3-credit hour graduate course per semester, with courses to include the subjects of ranch accounting and agriculture finance. The successful applicant will also provide business management expertise as a member of a dedicated and cohesive interdisciplinary team that trains ranch managers and serves the ranching industry through case studies, outreach, and applied research. Research will be conducted for the purpose of developing innovative strategies and practical solutions in the business management of ranches. Research findings and discoveries will be disseminated to the ranching industry, academia, and appropriate stakeholders. As a KRIRM team member, the successful candidate will engage in KRIRM outreach efforts and will support the training of graduate students in the KRIRM Masters of Science in Ranch Management program, but will also train graduate students through the Agribusiness program in the Department of AAES. Service contributions to enhance collaborations with agribusiness faculty in the education of undergraduates in the agribusiness-ranch management program will be expected. The person hired will report to the director of KRIRM (75%) and Department Chair of Agriculture, Agribusiness, and Environmental Sciences (25%).

Job Responsibilities

• Teach graduate agriculture business management courses in the area of ranch accounting, finance, and business decision-making

• Develop and maintain a nationally recognized research program focused on ranch business management

• Disseminate research discoveries and management recommendations to industry stakeholders and academia through presentations, popular press, and peer-reviewed manuscripts

• Enhance KRIRM outreach to the ranching industry through industry service projects and casework

• Serve on KRIRM graduate student committees and provide supportive guidance on graduate student service-learning projects

• Obtain external funding to support research and outreach efforts

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD or MBA from an accredited institution or university in Agriculture Business, Agriculture Economics, Business Management, or other appropriate discipline

• Demonstrated experience and expertise in the business management of livestock production and grazing systems in North America

• Demonstrated success in obtaining competitive extramural support for research related to land or livestock management

• Evidence of exceptional communication, leadership, and mentorship skills

• Exhibited ability to effectively work with university employees and ranching industry stakeholders

• Attained rank of assistant or associate professor

• More than three years’ experience in the management of, or consulting to, ranching enterprises

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for teaching and creative discovery in business management of livestock, natural resources, or wildlife enterprises

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants must submit an application packet containing:

1. A letter of application stating interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials outlined in the Job Description;

2. A single page statement of teaching philosophy;

3. A single page statement outlining research interests;

4. Résumé or curriculum vitae (CV);

5. Copies of transcripts; and

6. Names and contact information of three references

To ensure full consideration, all application materials should be submitted electronically via Workday (www.tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TAMUK_External). Review of applications will begin on December 20, 2021 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. A background check is required prior to employment for this position. In addition, the selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript(s) from each degree-granting institution before an offer can be made. Degrees earned from institutions outside of the United States are required to be evaluated and certified for equivalency to a Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) degree, and other higher education degrees.

The anticipated start date is June 1, 2022 or until filled. Apply at https://tamuk.edu/finance/hr/employment.

The review of applications will begin December 20, 2021. For more information contact:

Clay P. Mathis, PhD

Director, King Ranch® Institute for Ranch Management

MSC 137, Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Kingsville, TX 78363

Office: 361-593-5400

Email: [email protected]

Texas A&M University-Kingsville is an Equality Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans employer, and all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status are encouraged to apply.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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Texas A&M University-Kingsville is the fastest growing public doctoral university in the nation. Degree offerings include well-known programs in engineering, agriculture and music, and new programs in veterinary technology and criminal justice. Classroom learning is enhanced through hands-on research opportunities at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Recognized for excellence in affordability, financial aid, athletics and more, Texas A&M-Kingsville offers a complete college experience.

Texas A&M University-Kingsville is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (361) 593-3705.

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