Posting InformationPosting Information
Position Title Chair, Department of Agricultural Sciences
Job Posting Number 2027034TTL
Job Location San Marcos
College/Division College of Science and Engineering
Department Department of Agricultural Sciences
Position Description The Chair of the
Department of Agricultural Sciences is responsible for academic leadership in the department in its efforts to recruit, retain and evaluate and distinguished faculty and promote their professional development. They will support high-quality instructional programs, oversee curriculum and degree programs, guide the department in recruiting and retaining students, increase and support scholarly and grant activity, carry out the department's strategic planning, and budget preparation and execution. The Chair oversees and manages department facilities such as greenhouses, farms, and gardens. They will work closely with the Division of Research and the
Freeman Ranch to support department activities. This position is a 12-month appointment.
Required Qualifications - An earned doctorate in one of the disciplines served by the Department of Agricultural Sciences, i.e., animal science, agriculture education, agricultural systems management, agribusiness, horticulture, plant and soil science or a closely related field;
- qualifications for appointment at the rank of professor with tenure; and
- higher education leadership and/or administrative experience.
Preferred Qualifications - A demonstrated record of administrative success;
- a strong record of published research in peer-reviewed journals;
- a sustained record of external funding and academic program development;
- experience enhancing graduate and undergraduate programs;
- experience supporting interdisciplinary agriculture programs; and
- evidence of working with constituencies outside the university, such as industry partners, government agencies, private foundations, and state extension services.
Application Procedures Only applications submitted for this specific posting through the Texas State University recruitment website will be accepted and considered:
https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/59072.
To ensure full consideration, please submit the following materials by
November 30, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A letter of application describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
- Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).
- Names and contact information for three professional references.
The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.
Proposed Start Date Fall 2027 (negotiable)
Posting Date 11/03/2026
Review Date 11/30/2026
Close DateOpen Until Filled? Yes
Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/59072
