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Job Posting Title:

Instructor

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM COA - Department of Agricultural and Extension Education Evaluation (Kristin S Stair (00007823))

   

Work Location:

Julian C. Miller (Horticulture)

   

Pay Grade:

   

Job Description:

The College of Agriculture at Louisiana State University seeks applicants for a 12-month Instructor position. This position is described as 100% teaching and advising. The individual filling this position is expected to teach three 3-credit hour courses in the fall and spring semester.

75% - This position will teach a variety of agricultural content courses including agricultural mechanics, welding, environmental education, agriscience, and contests and coaching courses.

20% - This position will supervise student teachers; advise undergraduate students; participate in the recruitment of undergraduate and graduate students; serve on departmental, college, and university committees; provide professional development training and support to Louisiana agriscience teachers

5% - Other duties and/or special projects as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

- M.S. in Agricultural Education, Adult Education, or closely related discipline.

- 3 years of experience

Application Deadline: open until a suitable candidate is located.

Salary & Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents, including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more.

Background Check: An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

HCM Contact Information: Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed [email protected]

   

Additional Job Description:

As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

Special Instructions:

Qualified candidates must attach a letter of interest, a philosophy of teaching, vita, official university transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. Paper, faxed or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted, except that in lieu of attaching the reference letters online, they may be sent directly to:

Dr. Kristin Stair
Professor and Department Head
Department of Agricultural and Extension Education and Evaluation
Louisiana State University
[email protected]
(225) 578-6128

   

Posting Date:

June 8, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

December 5, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

   

Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

   

HCM Contact Information: