Assistant Professor - Agricultural Education

46687BR

Position Description:

The Department of Agricultural Education and Communications in the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor in Agricultural Education position to begin September 1, 2027 (negotiable).

All prospective employees are encouraged to visit Work at Texas Tech (https://www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/workattexastech/) to learn more about becoming a part of our campus community.

About the University:

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the College:

Davis College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources includes the departments of Agricultural and Applied Economics, Agricultural Education and Communications, Animal and Food Sciences, Landscape Architecture, Natural Resources Management, Plant and Soil Science, and Veterinary Sciences along with multiple research centers and institutes.  The College has over 156 tenure-track faculty, 3,494 undergraduate and graduate students, numerous other staff employees, and generated approximately $19.6 million in extramural research funding in FY26.

About the Department/School/Area:

The Department of Agricultural Education and Communications is committed to developing the next generation of educators, communicators, and leaders in agriculture. Through a student-centered approach, we provide personalized instruction, mentorship, and support tailored to each student’s goals. Our dynamic learning environment fosters critical thinking, leadership, and technical skills—preparing students to thrive in a rapidly evolving, global agricultural landscape. Rooted in our values (https://www.depts.ttu.edu/aged/department.php)  to invest in people, go beyond, and cultivate a collaborative culture, we offer real-world experiences and meaningful connections that empower students to grow, excel, and lead with purpose, making a lasting impact in the agricultural industry and beyond. The Department of Agricultural Education and Communications ( http://www.aged.ttu.edu ) is one of seven departments within the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Texas Tech University. The department is housed in an independent facility on the main campus in Lubbock, Texas. There are 16 faculty members in the department, all of whom contribute to the teaching, research, and service mission of the university. The department currently has approximately 300 undergraduate students and 100 graduate students. Faculty members within the department specialize in one of three disciplinary areas: Teacher Education, Agricultural Communications, and Agricultural Leadership. Master’s degrees are available in Agricultural Education and Agricultural Communications. A departmental Ph.D. program allows students to focus on any of the three areas, and online Ed.D. program allows for continuing education of place-bound, mid-career professionals. In addition, graduate certificates are available in Agricultural Leadership and Agricultural Communications.

Major/Essential Functions:

In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a dynamic student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with a breadth of student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.

As a faculty member in the Department of Agricultural Education and Communications, you will be expected to: teach undergraduate and graduate courses in agricultural education; supervise student teachers; conduct scholarly research and obtain grant funding within agricultural education and related disciplines; engage with agricultural youth organizations at the area, state, and national level; advise undergraduate and graduate students; and serve on department, college, and university level committees.

Organization:

Texas Tech University

Faculty Qualifications:

1. Doctoral degree (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Agricultural Education, or related area with a focus in teacher preparation. Advanced ABDs with completion by the first day of employment will be considered.

2. Holds or has held a teaching certification/license.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

1. Evidence of effective teaching at the post-secondary level.

2. Record of conducting scholarly research with a focus on agricultural education

3. Demonstrated ability to seek and secure extramural funding

4. Record of outreach and engagement with agricultural youth organizations, agricultural education teachers, and/or alumni.

5. Evidence of cross-disciplinary, collaborative teaching, research, and engagement activities.

6. Three years of experience as a secondary agricultural education teacher.

Duty Point:

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Job Type:

Full Time

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Grant Funded?:

No

Job Group:

Assistant Professor

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Grade:

800

Applications must be received by:

01/15/2027