Professor and Head of the Department of Agricultural Sciences

West Texas A&M University invites applications for the position of Professor and Head of the Department of Agricultural Sciences. The position is a twelve-month, tenured position that reports to the Dean of the Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences. The Department offers various academic programs in agricultural sciences, and the successful candidate will provide academic leadership, recruit and mentor faculty and staff, and promote excellence in teaching, research, and service.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in an agricultural discipline or closely related field offered by a University.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research and service.
• Commitment to an interdisciplinary team approach to research, education and service.
• Interpersonal skills, vision and desire to establish working relationships both internally and outside of the University.
• Experience with managing federal, state, local, and grant accounting codes and funding structures.
• Evidence of administrative experience desired.
• Excellent computer, written, and oral communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans
• Additional health and lifestyle programs
• Optional retirement savings opportunities
• Paid leave programs
• 13-15 paid holidays each year