"Agricultural Business Management Assistant Professor"

Company Description

As New York's leading public college for agriculture and technology, SUNY Cobleskill Ag & Tech develops students who wish to positively impact the future well-being of human society and sustainable practices. Our immersive approach to learning combines academic rigor with hands-on application, producing graduates who enter their careers with proven real-world capabilities.

Students thrive on our 900-acre campus, providing a dynamic rural setting with a working farm, modern laboratories, and natural ecosystems serving as our classrooms. As members of this close-knit community, students gain a sense of belonging and support for lifelong learning and professional growth through direct interaction with expert faculty and industry leaders.

An anchor institution in the Mohawk Valley region, the College promotes economic growth through its Institute for Rural Vitality and an extensive network of community, statewide, and national partners. We actively strengthen the industries that align with our academic programs and mission by providing modern business resources, training, and technical assistance while offering shared-use facilities that support regional entrepreneurs, creating new connections for sustainable development.

Drawing on a rich academic tradition that spans more than 100 years, our purpose remains constant: to educate and support undergraduate learners and researchers to be workforce-ready and affect the two most significant forces in today's world - agriculture and technology.

Job Description

The Agricultural Business Management program at SUNY Cobleskill Ag & Tech is seeking an Assistant Professor of Agricultural Business Management with a proven commitment to excellence in the classroom. The successful candidate is expected to teach and develop courses in agricultural business, agricultural policy, agricultural economics, entrepreneurship, and food system sustainability. This is a 10-month, tenure-track teaching appointment.

Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening and/or Saturday classes as needed. Candidates should also be prepared to teach in a variety of modalities, including in-person, online, hybrid, and remote formats. In addition to teaching, responsibilities include academic advisement, committee participation, curricular activities, including career-focused microcredential curriculum development, and scholarly activities such as research, grantsmanship, scholarship, mentorship of undergraduate researchers, and professional development that supports excellence in teaching. Faculty are expected to participate in service activities including assessment and other quality improvement initiatives that benefit the college, our students, the community and the discipline. It is also expected that the successful candidate will establish professional relationships within the agriculture and food complex regionally and beyond.

This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Earned Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics or closely related field or ABD (all but dissertation) in Agricultural Economics or closely related field or earned MBA or Master's degree in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness Management, or related field with strong professional background and interest in agricultural economics, agricultural policies, and entrepreneurship.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the aforementioned minimum qualifications, it is preferred the candidate also have:

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and cultivation of faculty/student relationships that facilitate student success and personal growth;
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with undergraduate students, the agricultural community, and colleagues within and outside of the academic department - with a focus on the ability to work successfully as part of a team;
• Strong professional background in the agricultural field and the larger food and fiber system.

Additional Information

• The salary range is $55,000 - $60,000.
• This is a term, tenure-track, academic year (10-month appointment).
• To start Fall 2026.
• This position offers full New York State benefits which are some of the most comprehensive in the country.
• SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.
• This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
• All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply, if your skillset meets the minimum requirements as set forth.

SUNY Cobleskill is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and ensuring equal educational and employment opportunity and access to services, programs and activities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or any other legally protected status. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at (518) 255-5514.

SUNY Cobleskill's Title IX Coordinator is Mary Elhakam, who can be contacted via phone at 518-255-5999, email at ElhakaM@cobleskill.edu, or mailing address of SUNY Cobleskill, Knapp Hall Room 143, Cobleskill, NY 12043.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact humanresources@cobleskill.edu or 518-255-5423.

Application Instructions

The application review process will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Priority is given to applications submitted by March 1, 2026.

A complete application consists of the following:

1. Letter of application, addressing qualifications, position responsibilities, and college values
2. Current CV or Resume
3. Names, emails and phone numbers of at least three professional references, preferably former supervisors

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