- Lecturer Assistant - Agricultural Communications Laramie
- University of Wyoming in Laramie, WY, United States
- jobs
- 1 month ago
jobs description
The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to
consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially
interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse
populations and/or diverse initiatives .
JOB TITLE:
Assistant Lecturer, Agricultural Communications
JOB PURPOSE:
The College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources
invites applications for an Assistant Lecturer position in
agricultural communications starting August 2025. This is a 9-month
non-tenure track faculty position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Teaching undergraduate courses in agricultural
communication-related topics, such as introduction to agricultural
communications, an agricultural communications capstone course, and
the development of two additional upper division courses.
• Teaching select courses in the Communication and Journalism
program, such as business and professional communication and
multimedia production, with an agricultural communications
lens.
• Supervising student internships and serving as club advisor to
Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
• Responsibilities will also include contributing to
professional, departmental, and university service activities.
COMPETENCIES:
• Ability to learn
• Attention to detail
• Integrity
• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Quality of work
• Independence
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and
requires the successful candidate be available to work on
campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in Journalism or Communication (or a related
discipline) by the time of hire. Consideration will be given to
candidates who have a master’s degree in an agricultural-related
field if they have a communication or journalism-related
undergraduate degree.
• Demonstrated background in agriculture and knowledge of the
field.
• Demonstrated expertise in agricultural communications skills,
especially multimedia production and professional
communication.
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR)
compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy .
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Previous college-level teaching experience in courses such as
agricultural communications, multimedia, public speaking, and
related courses.
• Professional experience in fields such as agricultural
communications, public relations, design, multimedia, or related
areas, especially from an agricultural perspective.
• Experience with using and teaching the Adobe Creative Suite,
such as Photoshop, InDesign, or Audition.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a
complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V., description of
experience and goals in teaching (either as part of the letter or
as a separate teaching statement), and contact information for four
work-related references.
This position will remain open until filled. Complete
applications received by 10/1/2024 will receive full
consideration.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and
Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and
strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans
and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a
disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for
a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000
in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming
continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader
in academics, research and outreach. The university has
state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community
provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie
offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close
proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of
metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins.
This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all
seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more
information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/
Laramie WY United States