Instructor

Kansas State University

$85K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Milling Science, Cereal Science, Process Engineering, or a related field.
  • Five years of direct experience in the milling industry (wheat, corn, oat, rye) including production or operations.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Proven interest and ability to teach in a classroom setting.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Teach undergraduate courses in milling/grain processing and management.
  • Inspire students and foster their academic and professional growth.
  • Support student mentoring, recruitment, and job placement efforts.
  • Contribute to curriculum development and departmental committees.
  • Engage in outreach with industry partners and recruitment initiatives.

Benefits

  • Possibility of summer work to supplement salary.
  • On-site work environment, fostering direct student engagement and collaboration.
Full Job Description
About This Role

The Department of Grain and Food Science seeks applications for a non-tenure-track, annually renewable position at the Instructor level in the area of milling science and management. The Position is for the 9-month academic year, with the possibility of work during the summer months to supplement salary.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach undergraduate courses in milling/grain processing and management of milling operations.
  • Exhibits a genuine passion for inspiring students and fostering their academic and professional growth.
  • Support programmatic efforts including student mentoring, recruitment, internships and job placement, curriculum development, and service on departmental committees.
  • Actively contribute to departmental outreach with industry partners and recruitment initiatives.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Department Head.
Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Milling Science, Cereal Science, Process Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Five years of direct experience in the wheat, corn, oat, or rye milling industry (or a related field), which may include roles in production or operations, maintenance supervision, or project management.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability and interest in teaching in a classroom setting
  • Desire and ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment and contribute to a collegial and collaborative workplace.

The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  • KSU Page Up online application
  • Letter of application
  • Resume
  • Copies of official academic transcripts
  • Statement of teaching philosophy
  • Three letters of reference with complete contact information uploaded with application materials in Page Up
Application Window

Applications close on: 7/31/2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$85,000.00 - $100,000.00

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