Position Summary

The Department of Plant, Soil & Microbial Sciences (PSM) at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a fixed-term Teaching Specialist position with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2026. This is a full-time, nine-month academic-year appointment with primary responsibilities in teaching, laboratory instruction, recruitment, and service. The appointment is initially for one year with the possibility of subsequent renewal based on instructional needs, funding, performance, and departmental priorities.

This position plays an important role in supporting the department’s mission in undergraduate education. The successful candidate will contribute to delivering high-quality instruction across classroom and laboratory settings, with a particular emphasis on undergraduate education, experiential learning, and recruitment of our programs and department.

Courses may include agronomic computer applications, introduction to crop science, weed science, crop scouting & investigation, and other core areas within the PSM curriculum. Candidates should be able to effectively teach both lecture and lab courses while contributing to laboratory operations within a collaborative teaching environment. We are seeking an individual committed to excellence in instruction who is interested in building a long-term academic career centered on teaching, student learning, and engagement. The successful candidate will also contribute to student recruitment efforts, including outreach events and program promotion. This includes supporting and creating content for social media platforms to engage prospective students and highlight program and department strengths. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Agronomy, Crop Science, Weed Science, or closely related field

Desired Degree

Terminal -Agronomy, Crop Science, Weed Science, or closely related field

Minimum Requirements

Required Application Materials

Special Instructions

Inquiries regarding position can be directed to the PSM HR Team (PSM.HR@msu.edu)

Review of Applications Begins On

07/23/2026

Website

https://www.canr.msu.edu/psm/

MSU Statement

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