Academic Specialist: Agricultural Industries Coordinator

The Department of Crop and Soil Sciences at Michigan State University invites applications for an Academic Specialist, one-year appointment, renewable annually based upon performance and availability of funding. This position will provide leadership for the Agricultural Industries Certificate Program. Responsibilities include: (1) counseling and advising students in the Agricultural Industries Program; (2) student recruitment and internship placement; (3) teaching courses in leadership, career development, communications, and possibly developing and teaching other courses in the candidate’s area of expertise and/or as needed by the program; (4) supervising student internship experience; (5) fostering a working relationship with the agricultural industry, high school counselors and teachers, and diverse communities throughout Michigan; and (6) evaluation of the Agricultural Industries program and curriculum. The position is available May 1, 2012.
 
Applicants can apply for this position via the link at https://jobs.msu.edu, (posting #5828). Two letters of recommendation should be sent directly to Sandie Litchfield at the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences, Plant and Soil Sciences Building, E. Lansing, MI 48824 or by email to litchfi9@msu.edu. Questions can be directed to Dr. Eunice F. Foster, Chair of the Search Committee, (fosteref@msu.edu). Applications will be accepted until March 15, 2012. MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. The University actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

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