Asst/Associate Professor Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture

Job Details

TITLE: Assistant/Associate Professor of Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture, Aquaculture, and Natural Resources

DEPARTMENT: Colleges of Agriculture, Health Sciences, and Natural Resources

REPORTS TO: Dean or Department Chair

CLASSIFICATION: Faculty

EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD

STANDARD WORK HOURS: 40 hours per week

LOCATION: On-Site-Main Campus

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant/Associate Professor of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Agriculture, Agriscience, Aquaculture, and Natural Resources will lead efforts to integrate AI-driven approaches into teaching, research, and community engagement activities. The successful candidate will develop innovative methods for applying AI to address challenges in sustainable agriculture, aquaculture, environmental management, and natural resource conservation. This position directly supports Kentucky State University’s mission to serve the Commonwealth and broader community through innovative research, experiential learning, and public service.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conduct interdisciplinary research in AI applications within agriculture, agriscience, aquaculture, and natural resources.
• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to AI and its applications in agricultural and environmental sciences, utilizing project-based and active learning pedagogy.
• Supervise student research projects, serve on graduate committees, and mentor students in scholarly activities.
• Collaborate with faculty, industry partners, and community stakeholders to develop AI solutions for agricultural and environmental challenges.
• Build institutional capacity in the application of AI and emerging technologies across the College of Agriculture, Health Sciences, and Natural Resources to enhance research, instruction, and outreach.
• Seek and secure external funding to support research programs, equipment acquisition, and student development.
• Publish scholarly research in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at professional conferences.
• Lead or participate in outreach and extension initiatives that integrate AI into community programs, promoting innovation, productivity, and sustainability.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees and comply with institutional policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of teaching assignments, grades, and research or grant documentation in accordance with university policy.