Teaching Assistant Professor (Lecturer II)
Teaching Assistant Professor (Lecturer II)
About The Position
The Department of Agriculture, Veterinary and Rangeland Sciences (AVRS) at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professor (Lecturer II) position starting January 1, 2026. This position will be an integral component of the University of Nevada, Reno and the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources (CABNR).
Teaching responsibilities include instruction in both introductory and advanced undergraduate courses, as well as mentoring of undergraduate students enrolled in the Agriculture, Veterinary and Rangeland Science majors. Applicants should be able to demonstrate strong evidence of effective teaching, curriculum development (including hybrid: asynchronous online combined with in-person) and advising/mentorship of undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds. The candidate must be able to work in a multi-cultural setting and create an environment that fosters collegiality, diversity and teamwork while contributing to our institutional and departmental missions.
Responsibilities will include: 1) teaching four undergraduate courses per academic year, including Range-Livestock Interactions, Principles of Range Management, Shrubland Ecology, and Directed Internships; 2) development of and delivery of hybrid courses within the Rangeland Ecology & Management degree; 3) working with AVRS faculty to develop and deliver online and hybrid courses for the other majors offered within the department, 4) shared departmental scheduling and management of course enrollments; 5) coordinating with the CABNR recruiter and assisting in retentions activities including maintaining recruiting databases for AVRS; 6) advising undergraduate students; and 7) providing general service to the department, college, and profession.
Required Qualifications: Degree: Master of Science or Ph.D. in Rangeland Ecology or a closely related field; demonstrated potential for effectiveness in teaching including experience in hybrid/online course development and delivery.
Compensation Grade
Lecturer II
Teaching Assistant Professor
Remarkable Retirement!
Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. You are 100% vested your first day.
For full consideration, materials should be submitted by July 1,2026.
Please reach out to:
Tamzen Stringham, PhD at tstringham@unr.edu
Position
Job Type—
LocationReno, NV
SalaryLecturer II
Apply By07/01/2026
Contact
ContactTamzen Stringham
Emailtstringham@unr.edu
Phone(775) 784-6755
Application Instructions
Please attach the following documents to your application
(1) Cover letter outlining interest in the position, overall related qualifications and experience
(2) Curriculum Vitae
(3) A statement of teaching accomplishments, description of courses taught and teaching philosophy
(4) A brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying
(5) Contact information for three professional references, please indicate your relationship with each of the references listed (references will not be contacted prior to candidates advancing in the selection process)
For full consideration of applications, all materials should be submitted by July 1,2026.
For questions concerning this position please reach out to:
Tamzen Stringham, PhD at tstringham@unr.edu
(1) Cover letter outlining interest in the position, overall related qualifications and experience
(2) Curriculum Vitae
(3) A statement of teaching accomplishments, description of courses taught and teaching philosophy
(4) A brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying
(5) Contact information for three professional references, please indicate your relationship with each of the references listed (references will not be contacted prior to candidates advancing in the selection process)
For full consideration of applications, all materials should be submitted by July 1,2026.
For questions concerning this position please reach out to:
Tamzen Stringham, PhD at tstringham@unr.edu
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