New River Community College
Assistant Professor, Agribusiness
New River Community College, San Luis Obispo, California, us, 93403
Assistant Professor, Agribusiness
Job No: 552062
Work Type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Central California: San Luis Obispo
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Appointment Type: Tenured/Tenure-Track, Time Basis: Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline: Faculty - Agriculture
The Agribusiness Department (AGB) in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA (Cal Poly), is seeking a full-time, academic year, tenure‐track Assistant Professor starting August 17, 2026. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The successful candidate will build on Cal Poly's strong position within the California agricultural industry to train the next generation of agricultural leaders and will advance AGB's capacity to cover courses taken by non-AGB majors in departments including Wine and Viticulture, Agricultural Communications, and Agricultural Systems Management, as well as AGB majors. Teaching responsibilities may include courses such as basic and intermediate agricultural economics, human resource management, data analytics, quantitative management methods, and agribusiness management.
Duties may include but are not limited to supervision of undergraduate senior projects and advising student clubs and national competition teams. The successful candidate is expected to participate in scholarly activities (i.e., research, grant writing, publications, presentations) as part of their professional development. Research collaboration with undergraduate students is particularly valued.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
The successful candidate is expected to provide service on committees for the department, college, and university, as well as service to state, national, and professional organizations. Grade and salary commensurate with education and experience of the individual selected. Anticipated hiring ranges: Assistant Professor: $90,948 - $105,156 Associate Professor: $105,492 - $114,720 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Required Qualifications
The position requires an earned doctorate in Agricultural Economics, Resource Economics, Economics, Business Administration, Management, or related field. Candidates nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered but must provide proof that the doctorate was awarded prior to the start of the appointment. Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with applied and innovative research backgrounds, and with research into areas with clear application to California Agriculture. Industry experience, university level teaching experience, a record of successful academic research, and the demonstrated ability to generate external funding will all be given preference. Special Conditions
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. How to Apply
Review begin date November 21, 2025. Applicants are encouraged to submit materials by November 21, 2025, for full consideration; however, applications received after this date may be considered. Interested candidates must attach (1) cover letter, (2) resume/curriculum vitae, (3) unofficial transcripts of the highest degree, (4) statement of goals and plans for research, (5) Universal Student Success Statement, and (6) at least three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application.
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The successful candidate is expected to provide service on committees for the department, college, and university, as well as service to state, national, and professional organizations. Grade and salary commensurate with education and experience of the individual selected. Anticipated hiring ranges: Assistant Professor: $90,948 - $105,156 Associate Professor: $105,492 - $114,720 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Required Qualifications
The position requires an earned doctorate in Agricultural Economics, Resource Economics, Economics, Business Administration, Management, or related field. Candidates nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered but must provide proof that the doctorate was awarded prior to the start of the appointment. Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with applied and innovative research backgrounds, and with research into areas with clear application to California Agriculture. Industry experience, university level teaching experience, a record of successful academic research, and the demonstrated ability to generate external funding will all be given preference. Special Conditions
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. How to Apply
Review begin date November 21, 2025. Applicants are encouraged to submit materials by November 21, 2025, for full consideration; however, applications received after this date may be considered. Interested candidates must attach (1) cover letter, (2) resume/curriculum vitae, (3) unofficial transcripts of the highest degree, (4) statement of goals and plans for research, (5) Universal Student Success Statement, and (6) at least three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application.
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