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Byler Endowed Chair of Agricultural Sciences/Professor of Practice

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Byler Endowed Chair of Agricultural Sciences/Professor of Practice Position Title Byler Endowed Chair of Agricultural Sciences/Professor of Practice

Requisition 202500129F

Rank Professor of Practice

FLSA Status Exempt

Hiring Salary Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type Full-Time Non-Tenure Track

College College of Science & Engineering Technology

Department School of Agricultural Sciences

Open Date 11/07/2025

Contact Name Dr. Marcy Beverly

Contact Phone 936-294-1222

Contact Email mmbeverly@shsu.edu

Duties Performed In The Usual Course Of The Job This role involves identifying and developing industry relations and strategic partnerships. The Endowed Chair will work with school and college leadership and external partners to design and provide collaborative industry initiatives, internship programs and financial support. The Endowed Chair will also collaborate with university partners to develop and execute fundraising strategies, as well as cultivate and steward alumni and donors. Typical teaching load will be a minimum of 3 credit hours per semester. Responsibilities include a contribution to impactful research and service to benefit the school, college, alumni, donors and the agricultural industry stakeholders.

Educational Requirements For The Position Significant leadership experience in the agriculture industry is required. In addition, a Master of Science or earned Doctorate (ABD candidates may be considered). A degree in Agriculture: Animal Science, Agricultural Business, Plant & Soil Science, Agricultural Engineering Technology, or closely related agriculture fields from an accredited University is required.

Experience Required For The Position Candidates should have established leadership standing within the Texas agricultural industry and a thorough understanding of all aspects of the Texas agriculture industry. Preferred experience includes working with senior leadership, collaborating with industry stakeholders, and establishing donor relationships.

Submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae/resume by uploading these documents into the application portal. Official transcripts for all university work should be sent directly to the search committee chair.

Ethical Employment & EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court.

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