Assistant Professor Agricultural Communications

Assistant Professor - Agricultural Communications Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources Oklahoma State University – Stillwater Campus POSITION DESCRIPTION This is an eleven-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor funded by the Ferguson College of Agriculture (60%) and OSU Ag Research (40%). The successful candidate for this position is expected to provide leadership in the teaching of undergraduate and graduate courses in agricultural communications. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research program related to science communications. The preferred start date is July 1, 2026. This faculty member will (a) teach undergraduate and graduate courses in agricultural communications; (b) develop a research program related to science communications; (c) recruit and mentor undergraduate and graduate students; (d) contribute to the scholarship of the profession through innovative teaching approaches, research, curriculum development, external grants / contracts, and other forms of scholarly effort; and (e) conduct appropriate service activities on and off campus. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate must have an earned doctorate in agricultural communications, mass communications, journalism, science communications, agricultural education or a closely related discipline. It is preferred candidates have professional experience in agricultural communications or a related area. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in teaching and research. EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS Salary and benefits are competitive based on qualifications and experience. A competitive salary plus benefits including retirement, and many other great benefits, will be offered. OSU’s competitive benefits and eligibility can be found at https : / / hr.okstate.edu / prospective-ee.html . Position contingent upon available funding. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The department’s undergraduate programs are organized into three majors : agricultural education, agricultural communications, and agricultural leadership. Graduate degrees offered include the Master of Agriculture in Agricultural Leadership, Master of Science in Agricultural Education and Leadership, Master of Science in Agricultural Communications, and Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership (AECL). More than 500 students are enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs in the department. AECL is one of nine academic departments within the Ferguson College of Agriculture. You can learn more about it here . Faculty and staff in the Ferguson College of Agriculture recently moved into a new building, which prioritizes experiential teaching, student engagement, flexible research, and a strong sense of community through strategically designed spaces. The facility provides unique opportunities for collaboration and interdisciplinary work. The agricultural communications program enjoys a state-of-the-art, modern computer lab in the new building designed to maximize learning and foster teamwork across all areas of the curriculum. OSU is a modern land-grant system of interdisciplinary programs that prepares students for success. Through leadership and service, OSU is preparing students for a bright future and world for all. As Oklahoma’s only university with a statewide presence, OSU improves the lives of people in Oklahoma, the nation, and the world through integrated, high-quality teaching, research, and outreach. OSU has more than 35,000 students across its five-campus system. The main campus is in Stillwater, a city of about 50,000 residents situated approximately 65 miles from both Oklahoma City and Tulsa, and approximately 250 miles from Dallas and Kansas City. OSU has more than 24,500 students on its Stillwater campus, representing all 50 states and more than 100 countries. Stillwater is a welcoming academic and cultural community. Students and staff of OSU comprise about one-half of the city’s population. Stillwater has been described as “America’s Friendliest College Town,” and has been listed as one of Money Magazine’s Best Places to Live. Stillwater has a historic downtown, a superb campus, highly rated public schools, and a regional airport with direct flights to and from Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW). The city offers a variety of activities on campus and in the community, including music, drama, art, speakers, recreation, and sporting events. Examples include the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts, the Colvin Center, the Seretean Wellness Center for physical education and recreation, and the Town and Gown Community Theatre for a local, theatrical experience. Nearby lakes, walking / biking trails, and local / state parks are popular with students and faculty. APPLICATION PROCEDURES Applications received by November 1, 2025, will receive priority consideration; however, application review will continue until the position is filled. Applications will be accepted online at jobs.okstate.edu . To apply, candidates should submit : a) letter of application; b) curriculum vitae; c) teaching philosophy; d) research statement; e) the name, complete address, e-mail address, and telephone number for three professional references. Questions regarding this position may be directed to the search committee chair : Dr. Dwayne Cartmell, Professor Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership dwayne.cartmell@okstate.edu (405) 744-8036 To learn more about OSU Agriculture and Stillwater, visit these websites. https : / / agriculture.okstate.edu https : / / agresearch.okstate.edu https : / / extension.okstate.edu https : / / www.okstate.edu https : / / www.visitstillwater.org https : / / www.stillwaterchamber.org