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Lecturer - Horticultural Science

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please attach a Cover Letter, CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number PG193380EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Lecturer - Horticultural Science
Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (hours may vary; 40hr/week)
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Horticultural Science
About the Department
People depend on plants for food, environmental aesthetics and recreation. No matter where you live, work or play, what we do touches your life. Our faculty and students conduct cutting-edge research that increases the quality and variety of fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants available to consumers worldwide. We are experts in the science, art, technology and business of growing plants. And the demand for our services is growing. Whether through hands-on instruction in our greenhouses, field labs or community gardens, our work ensures the economic and environmental sustainability for horticulture across the state, the nation and the world.
Essential Job Duties
This is a 9-month non-tenure track position in the Department of Horticultural Science at North Carolina State University. This position is 100% effort in Academics.

The lecturer will be responsible for teaching horticultural science and landscape design courses in Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters. The primary duties include:

  • Preparing and delivering lectures, assignments and labs.
  • Prepare and administer exams.
  • Lead field trips as necessary and mentor students.
  • Classes will be fact to face and online.
  • The selection of courses include HS 115 – Plant Growth and Development, HS 162 – Landscape Maintenance, HS 242 – Introduction to Small Scale Landscape Design , HS 471 – Landscape Ecosystem Management, HS 272 Landscape Design/Build.
  • Some committee work may be required.
  • Other duties as assigned.


This position will be a one (1) year position with the possibility of one (1) year renewal.

N.C. State is a community of individuals from varied backgrounds and demographic categories; it encourages, accepts, and values a variety of people and ideas; it seeks to promote an environment where fairness, respect, and understanding represent the norm in the campus climate; and it seeks to prepare entrepreneurs who are effective citizens of a global community. As such, you are expected to contribute to an environment that is welcoming of all groups.

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Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • MLA or MS in Horticulture with a concentration in design.
Other Required Qualifications
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
  • Valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain an NC Driver’s Licence within 60 days of hire. A valid Driver’s License must be maintained throughout employment.


The position will need to drive independently to Horticulture Field Labs (HFL) and other sites for field trips.
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes
Commercial Driver's License required No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 05/06/2024
Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach a Cover Letter, CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
Position Details

Position Number 00110791
Position Type Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 9 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Department ID 111501 - Horticultural Science
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
    • NCSU website
    • Craigslist
    • Indeed.com
    • Carolina Job Finder/Employment Guide
    • NC Works
    • Dress for Success
    • Technical/Trade School Program
    • Job Fair (Identify Job Fair in question #2 below)
    • Direct Contact from NSCU Representative (identify person in question #2 below)
    • Other
    • Monster.com
    • Other online job board
    • NCSU employee referral
    • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Ohter)
  2. If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Do you have, or will you have by the start date, a MLA or MS in Horticulture with a concentration in design?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * A valid driver's license (DL) is required and a North Carolina Driver's License (NCDL) must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained as a condition of employment. Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to start date, and the ability to obtain a North Carolina Driver's License within 60 days of hire?
    • Yes, I have a valid NCDL and will maintain it as a condition of employment.
    • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state and will obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
    • Yes, I have a valid DL from another state but cannot or will not obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire.
    • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state, but I will obtain a it within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
    • No, I do not have a valid DL from any state and cannot or will not obtain it.

Application Materials Required

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Contact Information for References
Optional Documents