This appointment will commence in August 2025 and will provide instruction and guidance to students through the development and delivery of courses focusing on agricultural technology and experiential learning with a focus on agronomy and global positioning systems as well as sustainability and/or leadership development. In addition, as part of the workload, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in in applied research activities that align with the expertise required for the position and collaborate with scientists from our Applied Research department on multi-disciplinary projects.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver and continuously update curriculum that includes topics around existing and emerging technologies in the agriculture industry:
– Precision Farming and Global Positioning Essentials, introducing students to the tools and concepts that drive precision agriculture, including GPS and GIS technologies.
– Advanced Agronomy, focusing on advanced topics in crop management, predictive modeling, and the application of technology in optimizing crop production.
– Sustainable farm businesses and/or innovation leadership, focusing on integrating technology with sustainable agricultural practices and leadership development within the ag-tech context.
– Coordinate and supervise practicums, focusing on student placement in real-world agriculture technology environments.
• Engage in applied research with a focus on agricultural technologies, aiming to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
• Foster relationships with industry partners to enhance the educational experience, keep course content relevant and cutting-edge and identify relevant research priorities.
• Participate in academic and administrative committees as required.
Job Requirements
• A Master’s degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Agricultural Sciences, Agricultural Technology, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant industry experience specific to agriculture and technology.
• Prior teaching experience or experience in an educational setting is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver innovative course content and to conduct industry relevant research and extension activities.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills are essential.
Additional Information
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research interests, and a list of three professional references.
Lakeland College offers an attractive remuneration & benefits package. Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Competition will remain open until April 25, 2025. All resumes are to be submitted electronically on our website www.Lakelandcollege.ca
For more details about our program, visit our Bachelor of Agriculture Technology page.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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