Florida Gulf Coast University

Florida Gulf Coast University

Director, Center for Agribusiness

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About the role

  • Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) seeks a Director for the Center for Agribusiness, in the Lutgert College of Business (LCOB).
  • The Director will hold the academic rank of Associate or Full Professor in the Department of Economics and Finance.
  • This position is built around three core responsibilities: leading the agribusiness minor and related educational offerings, including curriculum development, course coordination, teaching, and student recruitment

Responsibilities

  • FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration.
  • We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action.
  • Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
  • Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.
  • Lead staff recruitment for Center positions in accordance with university, college, and departmental policies.
  • Serve as the Center's primary liaison to regional agriculture, including commodity organizations, producers, and industry partners.
  • Develop and lead outreach and public service efforts such as industry workshops, conferences, and applied initiatives that advance the Center's role in the Southwest Florida agricultural economy.
  • Lead fundraising efforts for the Center and cultivate donor relationships to support the Center's mission.
  • Maintain an active research profile and produce peer-reviewed scholarship consistent with appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.
  • Identify and pursue external funding opportunities to support the Center's research agenda and operational sustainability.

Nice to have

  • Experience in directing or leading a research center, institute, or similar applied program.
  • Demonstrated track record of obtaining external funding from federal, state, or industry sources.
  • Experience and knowledge of Florida agriculture, covering specialty crop production, water resource management and regulation, agricultural labor, and land use issues.
  • Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  • Ability in engaging with agricultural industry stakeholders, including through applied research, outreach, or program partnerships.
  • Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor and coach faculty and students, and participate in regional/national seminars, workshops and committees.
  • Ability to deal effectively with a various range of learners and to use information technology as a pedagogical and professional tool.
  • Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity.

Compensation

  • Develop and manage the Center's annual budget.
  • Develop, implement, and assess the Center's vision, goals, strategic initiatives, and annual work plans.
  • Engage Lutgert College of Business Alico Chairs to develop annual report and/or research agenda, convene meetings on urban and agriculture issues with local leaders, on externally funded projects.

Benefits

  • Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service.

Company info

  • All faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, committed to innovative instruction and effective use of technology, engaged in scholarly activity appropriate to their appointment, and active in service to the College, University, and community.
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