The Pennsylvania State University
Alan R. Warehime Faculty Chair in Agribusiness
The Pennsylvania State University, State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Overview
The College of Agricultural Sciences at The Pennsylvania State University seeks a candidate for the Alan R. Warehime Faculty Chair in Agribusiness. This endowed faculty chair is a non-tenure track (NTT) position in Agribusiness at the rank of Teaching Professor. The endowed chair provides resources to support teaching, research, public service, and academic advising. The position comes with a competitive salary based on 36 weeks of service annually, which can be supplemented with additional salary from external grants, contracts, and/or endowment funds up to a total of 48 weeks annually. The position carries a 40% teaching appointment (3 courses per year) and a 60% administration appointment as the Director of Entrepreneurship & Innovation (E&I) in the College of Agricultural Sciences. These components could be changed with the addition of a research appointment, if appropriate. This is a term appointment, funded for three years from date of hire. The successful candidate will hold a faculty appointment in the College\'s Department of Agricultural Economics, Sociology, and Education (AESE). AESE is a welcoming community focused on people, society, and economic systems, offering four graduate programs and four undergraduate programs, including an undergraduate major in Agribusiness Management. The successful candidate could hold a joint appointment in another academic department in the College, depending on qualifications. Responsibilities
Serve as Director of E&I in the College of Agricultural Sciences. The Director provides strategic leadership to E&I within the College, in consultation with the College administration, College E&I Advisory Board, Penn State Office of Technology Transfer, Invent Penn State, Penn State Office of Entrepreneurship and Commercialization, and the Penn State Corporate Engagement Center.
Support the College\'s leadership team (deans and department heads) in engagement with agribusinesses, including regular interaction with the College Corporate Relations Office and the Ag Council (the external advisory committee to the Dean).
Provide support and advice to new and emerging College industry engagement and research translation initiatives such as the FAO World Food Forum Youth Food Lab at Penn State.
Guide College faculty through the process of patenting a new technology leading to licensing by an industry sponsor or entrepreneurial start-up.
Engage in teaching based on the candidate\'s qualifications, primarily in the undergraduate Agribusiness Management program.
Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in areas of personal expertise, including professional development for future employment in industry. Serve as a member of the Graduate Faculty and a member of graduate student committees.
Engage in research, if appropriate based on the candidate\'s qualifications, in collaboration with other faculty and students.
Serve as a trusted advisor on management and strategic issues to the Department and College, and provide appropriate academic service to the Department, College, and University.
Qualifications
Seasoned executive with an earned doctorate in an agricultural discipline, or related discipline. The successful candidate must have completed all degree requirements by the appointment date.
Record of professional leadership and success in agribusiness or the food industry that would qualify for the rank of professor.
Expertise in one or more of the following fields: entrepreneurship, product innovation, product development, new ventures, research to commercialization, research management, supply chain management, and sustainable innovation.
Applications should include
Letter of application that states an applicant\'s specific interest in the position, qualifications, previous professional and leadership responsibilities, and achievements.
Curriculum vitae (CV) including statement of current, or most recent, position and responsibilities.
Contact information for three professional references.
Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusive excellence, and belonging, and engagement that creates an inclusive environment in the classroom, Department, and University.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Inquiries can be addressed to the search committee chair: Dr. Mark Gagnon (mag199@psu.edu).
Founded in 1855, Penn State University has campuses and facilities across the Commonwealth and is among the top public universities with global linkages. The College of Agricultural Sciences leads the university\'s land grant mission with teaching, research, and Extension. The College employs over 1,200 full-time employees, including 300 faculty, and serves over 3,500 graduate and undergraduate students. Its nine academic departments offer 17 undergraduate majors, 13 graduate programs, and 31 minors and certificates. Research expenditures in the College exceeded $124M in FY23. The College is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning and working environment where everyone can succeed. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all its forms. We value belonging as a core strength and essential to the university\'s mission. Campus security and Equal Opportunity
Pursuant to campus security policy and crime statistics reporting: the university publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact 814-865-1473. EEO IS THE LAW. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. University Park, PA
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The College of Agricultural Sciences at The Pennsylvania State University seeks a candidate for the Alan R. Warehime Faculty Chair in Agribusiness. This endowed faculty chair is a non-tenure track (NTT) position in Agribusiness at the rank of Teaching Professor. The endowed chair provides resources to support teaching, research, public service, and academic advising. The position comes with a competitive salary based on 36 weeks of service annually, which can be supplemented with additional salary from external grants, contracts, and/or endowment funds up to a total of 48 weeks annually. The position carries a 40% teaching appointment (3 courses per year) and a 60% administration appointment as the Director of Entrepreneurship & Innovation (E&I) in the College of Agricultural Sciences. These components could be changed with the addition of a research appointment, if appropriate. This is a term appointment, funded for three years from date of hire. The successful candidate will hold a faculty appointment in the College\'s Department of Agricultural Economics, Sociology, and Education (AESE). AESE is a welcoming community focused on people, society, and economic systems, offering four graduate programs and four undergraduate programs, including an undergraduate major in Agribusiness Management. The successful candidate could hold a joint appointment in another academic department in the College, depending on qualifications. Responsibilities
Serve as Director of E&I in the College of Agricultural Sciences. The Director provides strategic leadership to E&I within the College, in consultation with the College administration, College E&I Advisory Board, Penn State Office of Technology Transfer, Invent Penn State, Penn State Office of Entrepreneurship and Commercialization, and the Penn State Corporate Engagement Center.
Support the College\'s leadership team (deans and department heads) in engagement with agribusinesses, including regular interaction with the College Corporate Relations Office and the Ag Council (the external advisory committee to the Dean).
Provide support and advice to new and emerging College industry engagement and research translation initiatives such as the FAO World Food Forum Youth Food Lab at Penn State.
Guide College faculty through the process of patenting a new technology leading to licensing by an industry sponsor or entrepreneurial start-up.
Engage in teaching based on the candidate\'s qualifications, primarily in the undergraduate Agribusiness Management program.
Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in areas of personal expertise, including professional development for future employment in industry. Serve as a member of the Graduate Faculty and a member of graduate student committees.
Engage in research, if appropriate based on the candidate\'s qualifications, in collaboration with other faculty and students.
Serve as a trusted advisor on management and strategic issues to the Department and College, and provide appropriate academic service to the Department, College, and University.
Qualifications
Seasoned executive with an earned doctorate in an agricultural discipline, or related discipline. The successful candidate must have completed all degree requirements by the appointment date.
Record of professional leadership and success in agribusiness or the food industry that would qualify for the rank of professor.
Expertise in one or more of the following fields: entrepreneurship, product innovation, product development, new ventures, research to commercialization, research management, supply chain management, and sustainable innovation.
Applications should include
Letter of application that states an applicant\'s specific interest in the position, qualifications, previous professional and leadership responsibilities, and achievements.
Curriculum vitae (CV) including statement of current, or most recent, position and responsibilities.
Contact information for three professional references.
Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusive excellence, and belonging, and engagement that creates an inclusive environment in the classroom, Department, and University.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Inquiries can be addressed to the search committee chair: Dr. Mark Gagnon (mag199@psu.edu).
Founded in 1855, Penn State University has campuses and facilities across the Commonwealth and is among the top public universities with global linkages. The College of Agricultural Sciences leads the university\'s land grant mission with teaching, research, and Extension. The College employs over 1,200 full-time employees, including 300 faculty, and serves over 3,500 graduate and undergraduate students. Its nine academic departments offer 17 undergraduate majors, 13 graduate programs, and 31 minors and certificates. Research expenditures in the College exceeded $124M in FY23. The College is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning and working environment where everyone can succeed. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all its forms. We value belonging as a core strength and essential to the university\'s mission. Campus security and Equal Opportunity
Pursuant to campus security policy and crime statistics reporting: the university publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact 814-865-1473. EEO IS THE LAW. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. University Park, PA
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