Lecturer in Horticulture and Online Program Coordinator

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Lecturer in Horticulture and Online Program Coordinator, College of Natural Sciences, The Stockbridge School of Agriculture, Amherst, UMass Amherst.

The Stockbridge School of Agriculture invites applications for a 12‑month position split 50% teaching and 50% online program management and advising.

We seek an outstanding candidate with strong leadership, facilitation, advising, and teaching skills, and demonstrated experience in program development and management. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with faculty to strengthen SSA’s national and international reputation in online education, promote academic programs within UMass and at professional conferences, and remain current on best practices in horticulture and online learning.

• Teach undergraduate horticulture courses (e.g., plant propagation) and advise online students, including working adults who may need evening or weekend meetings.
• Provide leadership for SSA’s online programs:
  Certificates in Horticulture and Sustainable Food & Farming, the AS degrees in Horticulture and Sustainable Food & Farming, and the BS in Sustainable Food & Farming.
• Oversee all online course offerings for SSA; develop programs, schedule courses, support and manage online instructors, monitor course evaluations, maintain web content and mailing lists, and collaborate with University Relations and University Without Walls on marketing, recruitment, and enrollment growth.

• Promote teamwork, equality, and inclusiveness.
• Collaborate with colleagues within the CNS community and across campus to support the Dean’s strategic priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the College of Natural Sciences.

• Master’s degree in horticulture, plant science, or a closely related field (required by appointment start date).
• Demonstrated experience in teaching, preferably including online instruction.
• Experience in program coordination or academic program management.
• Evidence of leadership in horticulture and strong skills in teaching, presenting, or communicating technical information.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently, lead teams, and collaborate effectively.
• Demonstrated entrepreneurship and creativity in program development or academic innovation.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, adapt to shifting schedules, and support a diverse population of working adult learners.
• Ability to develop and implement new programs, create syllabi, and design new courses in an academic setting.

Work is primarily performed in an indoor university environment and involves lifting and transporting materials or equipment plus general physical activity, including prolonged standing, walking, or assuming low postures.

Monday–Friday, 40 hours a week, 12 months a year, onsite.

Salary range: $65,500 to $95,000. The low end is the minimum salary for the rank; the high end reflects an increase above the median of salaries at this rank for faculty with multiple years of experience. Specific pay will be determined by the University.

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, representative course syllabi, and contact information for three references familiar with your teaching.

For full consideration, apply by March 26, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

Questions may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Lisa DePiano (ldepiano).

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including diverse and underrepresented groups.