047-26 INSTRUCTOR TO ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (AGRICULTURE)

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Optimal submittal date is April 29 th , 2026, 5pm (Chamorro Standard Time/UTC+10) when review of received applications will begin. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. (Note to applicants in the mainland

United States:

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The University of Guam is looking for an individual who is interested in new challenges and opportunities for professional and personal growth. This position calls for someone who is self-motivated and adaptable, intelligent, possesses a global vision and who is interested in working in a dynamic, multicultural institution

UNIT DESCRIPTION

CNAS, through its ALS Division, seeks a talented individual for a full-time, tenure-track/non-tenure track faculty position specializing in Agriculture. The Division offers the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Agriculture and Life Science and the Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. The Division consists of faculty members of UOG agInnovation Research Center (Guam Agricultural Experiment Station) and Cooperative Extension who engage in research, extension and teaching in agriculture and life sciences of the main land-grant mission.

CHARACTER OF DUTIES

Teaching forms the main responsibility of this position. The selected candidate will serve as an instructor for agriculture courses within the ALS undergraduate, and Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Natural Resource (SAFNR) graduate programs (if candidate has Ph.D. degree). The candidate should have strong agriculture teaching interests and experience who will be capable of teaching the ALS program listed courses. Additionally, the successful candidate will also be expected to conduct limited research that addresses regional priorities and challenges. This position offers the opportunity to shape the next generation of agriculture professionals while contributing to regionally significant research initiatives. Applicants are encouraged to review the catalog ( https://catalog.uog.edu/current/ ) to see what courses are currently offered. In addition, applicant should review the Faculty-Board Union Agreement ( https://www.uogfacultyunion.com/resources ). The successful candidate will be expected to take up this position by August 17, 2026.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

M.S. in an agriculture discipline, agronomy, or closely related field from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent for the rank of Instructor (Non-Tenure Track Appointment) OR Ph.D. in an agriculture discipline or closely related field from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent for the rank of Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track Appointment); At least two years of teaching experience at the college/university level; Broad knowledge and training in topics such as, but not limited to: agriculture, horticulture, aquaculture, animal science, plant pathology, pomology, soil science and entomology; Demonstrated ability to teach introductory agriculture courses and labs; Ability to communicate, interact, and collaborate effectively with students, colleagues, and the community, both orally and in writing; Commitment to undergraduate education; Ability to mentor and advise students; Interest in curriculum development; Familiarity with student centered learning; Ability and willingness to work with people of varying cultures, backgrounds, and economic status; Prior online teaching experience is desirable; Must be willing to teach online.

Preferred:

Preference will be given to applicants that can be hired under the Assistant Professor rank on a Tenure-Track Appointment; Capability to develop and teach upper-division agriculture courses and SAFNR courses; Effective and extensive teaching experiences; Experienced in agriculture research, scholarly work and successful grant writing and management; Experience working and teaching in online learning programs.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants for University of Guam faculty positions must complete an online job application through the UOG's online employment portal at https://uog.peopleadmin.com . Please have the following documents prepared and ready to upload with your application: (1) Letter of Intent, stating interest (2) Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume (3) Copies of all graduate and undergraduate transcripts (4) Teaching Philosophy (5) Demonstration of teaching excellence (student evaluation, teaching certificate etc.) Applicants who are short-listed for an interview will be required to provide a short (approximately 5 minutes) video clip of their lecture or presentation. Special Instructions for

References:

Three (3) current letters of recommendation from persons knowledgeable about your academic and professional performance must be provided by providing a list of at least three (3) references to be contacted on the References section of the online application. Enter each reference by clicking on the "Add References Entry" button. Provide the name, title, email address, mailing address, and telephone number of each reference. A system automated email will be sent to each reference's email address with a link to attach their reference letter to your application. Selected candidate must provide official transcripts prior to hire date. For further information, please contact Dr. Hui Gong Jiang, Chair, Agriculture Search Committee at hgong@triton.uog.edu or the Human Resources Office at uoghro@triton.uog.edu , telephone number, (671) 735-2350 or fax number at (671) 734-6005.

Police and Court Clearance:

Pursuant to Public Law No. 28-24 and Executive Order 2005-34, applicants selected for a position are required to provide original police and court (Superior Court of Guam) clearances of no more than three (3) months old prior to commencement of employment. Off-island applicants must obtain clearances from their place of residence. Applicants are responsible for fees associated with obtaining the clearances.

WORK ELIGIBILITY

Submission of completed job applications authorizes the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant's suitability for employment. All factors which are job related may be investigated (i.e., previous employment, educational credentials, and criminal records). All information obtained may be used to determine the applicant's eligibility for employment in accordance with equal employment opportunity guidelines. In addition, the applicant releases previous employers and job-related sources from legal liability for the information provided. Should an applicant be convicted of any crimes other than a minor traffic violation, all applicable information must be provided in the form of a police clearance report and court clearance report. Failure to admit any felony convictions may result in immediate disqualification or disciplinary action. Section 25103, Chapter 25, Title 10 of the Guam Code Annotated requires college or university employees to undergo a physical examination, to include a test for tuberculosis (skin or x-ray), prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. A report of such examination must be conducted by a licensed physician within a state or territory of the United States and must be submitted upon request. Federal law requires presentation of eligibility to work in the United States within seventy-two (72) hours of reporting for employment. Specifically, 8 USC 1324A requires the employer to verify the identity and eligibility to work in the United States of all newly hired employees. The University of Guam is required to comply with this law on a non-discriminatory basis. If you are hired to fill a position with the University of Guam, you will be required to present valid documents to comply with this law. Due to budgetary constraints, UOG is not able to pay the additional application cost of $100,000 as required by the U.S. Presidential Proclamation for any applicants that will require an H1B Visa to legally work at UOG. The University of Guam is an equal opportunity employer and provider. The University of Guam complies with Public Law 24-109 in reference to the provisions and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Assistance in EEO/ADA matters and inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations may be referred to the University's Director, EEO and Title IX/ADA Coordinator, located at the EEO/ADA and Title IX Office, Dorm II, Iya Hami Hall, Room 104, Telephone No. (671) 735-2244; TTY (671) 735-2243; or to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). The University of Guam does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability unrelated to job requirements, age (except as permitted by law), citizenship status, marital status, or political affiliation. Furthermore, the University of Guam does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the admission to or employment in its education programs or activities.