"Lecturer or Teaching Assistant Professor of Agricultural Leadership and Communication (9-month)"

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville: Herbert College of Agriculture: Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications

The successful candidate will be expected to: 1) teach 12 credit hours (undergraduate and/or graduate courses) each semester related to leadership and communication in the Department; 2) mentor students; and 3) collegially engage in service activities of the Department, College, University, and profession. The expected start date is August 1, 2026.

The minimum required qualification for a Lecturer is a master’s degree in agricultural leadership, communication, or a related field by the start date of employment. The minimum required qualification for a Teaching Assistant Professor is a PhD in agricultural leadership, communication, or a related field by the start date of employment. Successful candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to quality teaching, possess the ability to teach in person and online, have excellent communication skills, and exhibit a desire to mentor students, as well as collaborate with industry stakeholders, faculty, and staff.

Review of Applications will begin on February 18, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

Applications must be submitted online.

Applicants should submit (a) a letter of application, (b) transcripts, (c) names and contact information (including email addresses) of at least three professional references, (d) a 1-page statement describing educational philosophy, and (e) a detailed curriculum vitae.

Questions can be directed to:

Dr. Blake Colclasure, Search Committee Chair
Teaching Associate Professor
Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications
The University of Tennessee
321D Morgan Hall
Knoxville, TN 37996
Office Phone: 865-974-7255
Email: bcolclas@utk.edu