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University of Puget SoundVisiting Assistant Professor of Management/LeadershipJob ID: 8600Location: Business & LeadershipFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Tempoary:  Faculty Posting Details Appointment:School of Business and Leadership, full-time one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position; begins Fall Term 2026.Responsibilities:Fall 2026: Teach two upper-division leadership courses and one upper-division management courseSpring 2027: Teach two principles of management courses and one upper-division leadership or management courseAll teaching includes projects stimulating independent critical thinking, promoting effective written and oral communication skills, facilitating experiential learning, and developing problem solving.The standard teaching assignment is three courses per semester.Other duties include departmental service.The University of Puget Sound is an undergraduate liberal arts college with small classes providing individual attention. Qualifications:Ph.D. or D.B.A. (ABD considered) in management, leadership, or other business discipline. Will consider Ph.D. in appropriate liberal arts disciplines related to management/leadership.Commitment to undergraduate teaching and liberal arts education.Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, interested candidates are encouraged to submit application materials no later than February 27, 2025.Compensation and Benefits:Rank: Visiting Assistant ProfessorSalary is commensurate with education and experience. Faculty salaries at the University of Puget Sound are based on a common salary scale based on experience. Assistant Professor salaries for 2025-2026 begin at $83,576 annualized for an Assistant Professor without a terminal degree in their field in their first year of full-time postdoctoral teaching through $94,086 annualized based on experience.Puget Sound offers a generous benefits package. For more information, visit: Summary of 2026 Benefits for Faculty Members.pdf - Google DrivePuget Sound has a well-established Shared Faculty Appointments Policy, https://www.pugetsound.edu/policies/faculty-policies/shared-faculty-appointmentsAbout Puget Sound: The University of Puget Sound is located in Tacoma, Washington, a vibrant, diverse mid-sized urban port city. Within, and near, Tacoma there is ready access to urban, rural, and natural areas as well as opportunities to participate in a wide variety of cultural activities.Puget Sound is a member of the Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC), Greater Washington State https://www.hercjobs.org/greater_washington_state/About the School of Business and Leadership The School of Business and Leadership provides students with an innovative business education that prepares them for success as leaders in a complex and dynamic global environment.The School fulfills its mission by:teaching business fundamentals in a program strongly embedded in the Liberal Arts.offering a core curriculum that focuses on management, marketing, finance, accounting, law, and ethics.emphasizing critical thinking, effective written and oral communication, insightful problem solving, thorough case analysis, and sound research methods.offering majors in business administration, international business, and the Business Leadership Program.promoting off-campus experiences including internships, mentoring, international work and study abroad, field research and experiential learning.striving for faculty excellence in teaching, advising, professional development, and University and community service.By executing its mission, the School strengthens its ties to other academic units on campus, and helps to fulfill the overall mission of the university.University Diversity Statement:We acknowledge the richness of commonalities and differences we share as a university community; the intrinsic worth of all who work and study here; that education is enhanced by the investigation of and the reflection upon multiple perspectives.We aspire to create respect for and appreciation of all persons as a key characteristic of our campus community; to increase the diversity of all parts of our University community through commitment to diversity in our recruitment and retention efforts; to foster a spirit of openness to active engagement among all members of our campus community.We act to achieve an environment that welcomes and supports diversity; to ensure full educational opportunity for all who teach and learn here; to prepare effectively citizen-leaders for a pluralistic world.Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. To learn more please visit: http://www.pugetsound.edu/about/diversity-at-puget-sound/Required Documents:Applicants submitted without the required attachments will not be considered.Curriculum vitaeLetter of InterestTeaching statement - including a list of management and leadership courses and special topics courses you would be eager to teach, and your relevant background. Teaching evaluations from the most recent four semesters of teaching, if applicableDiversity Statement (see prompt below)Unofficial transcripts (an official transcript will be required by the successful candidate)Contact Information for 3 References. You will be prompted to enter the contact information for three (3) reference providers. The system will automatically email these reference providers to request a letter.Note: In the online application system, please submit curriculum vitae when prompted to submit resume. Additional documents can be attached within the application.Applicant's Diversity Statement:As a department and university, we are strongly committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, and working environment for all. In their diversity statement, applicants should reflect on how they will advance the values articulated in the University Diversity Statement in all aspects of their future work as faculty and members of the university community.All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background inquiry.The University of Puget Sound is an equal opportunity employer.Given the current Executive Order and the $100,000 petition fee for new H-1b visas, at the moment sponsoring a new H-1b is cost-prohibitive to us. Therefore, unless the executive order is rescinded or blocked by the courts, we are unable to commit to new H visa sponsorship at this time. Applicants with questions about visa sponsorship are encouraged to reach out to Human Resources. How to ApplyFor complete job description and application instructions, visit: www.pugetsound.edu/employmentAbout Puget SoundPuget Sound is a selective national liberal arts college in Tacoma, Washington, drawing 2,600 students from 48 states and 20 countries. Puget Sound graduates include Rhodes and Fulbright scholars, notables in the arts and culture, entrepreneurs and elected officials, and leaders in business and finance locally and throughout the world. A low student-faculty ratio provides Puget Sound students with personal attention from faculty who have a strong commitment to teaching and offer 1,200 courses each year in more than 40 traditional and interdisciplinary fields, including graduate programs in occupational and physical therapy and in education. Puget Sound is the only nationally ranked independent undergraduate liberal arts college in Western Washington, and one of just five independent colleges in the Pacific Northwest granted a charter by Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s most prestigious academic honorary society. Visit "About Puget Sound" (http://www.pugetsound.edu/about) to learn more about the college. As a strategic goal and through our core values, University of Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. EOE/AACopyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. 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About UM6P: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is an internationally oriented institution of higher learning, that is committed to an educational system based on the highest standards of teaching and research in fields related to the sustainable economic development of Morocco and Africa. UM6P is an institution oriented towards applied research and innovation. On a specific focus on Africa, UM6P aims to position these fields as the forefront and become a university of international standing. More than just a traditional academic institution, UM6P is a platform for experimentation and a pool of opportunities, for students, professors and staff. It offers a high-quality living and study environment thanks to its state-of-the-art infrastructure. With an innovative approach, UM6P places research and innovation at the heart of its educational project as a driving force of a business model. About Entity (Hiring entity): The African Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute (ASARI) is a component of the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). ASARI is located in Laayoune City and constitutes a structure of practical-based research leveraging up-to-date science and technology with a vision of solving relevant Local, Regional, and African agriculture challenges. ASARI acts in connection with a wide network of universities and research centers around the continent to link real field issues with up-to-date science. The institute consists of a multidisciplinary team of agronomists, biochemists, molecular biologists, bioprocess specialists, animal scientists working with agricultural producers and other stakeholders in response to challenges affecting marginal environments. ASARI has mandates that includes three main research programs for, AgriBioTechnology that leverages up to date technologies in the service of the Southern Moroccan and Sub-Saharan agriculture challenges. Its ambition is to conduct relevant and cutting-edge research on plant/crop improvement, biosaline agriculture, valorization of local agricultural and marine resources, and animal nutrition and breeding with a positive impact on the African agriculture. Water treatment and management which is oriented towards the development of cost-effective desalinization processes for agriculture and other uses, Renewable energy that aims at developing new approaches to produce clean energy to address persistent challenges. Description of the position: ASARI seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join a team of agronomy, agroecology, soil fertility management and remote sensing research experts who seek to develop precise fertilizer recommendations and regenerative cropping systems in arid-saline conditions of Morocco. We seek a highly motivated candidate with a PhD from a recognized University who is passionate about developing innovations that have direct impacts on farmers in arid lands. The candidate will participate in evaluating plant and soil biochemical mechanisms and above ground indices that can foster carbon sequestration and overall soil health in an arid environment. The candidate will also be expected to provide specialized expertise in engineering arid land agroecosystems with native plant species and soil ameliorants to enhance carbon sequestration and arrest soil erosion by wind. The candidate is expected to roll out multilocation trials and laboratory scale experiments and develop knowledge that can contribute to relevant teaching modules at UM6P, high quality publications, patents and research proposals for funding. The fellowship will be for a duration of 24 months after which further employment will be subject to performance and the continued availability of funds. Job Responsibilities Establishing research protocols for large scale on-farm experiments with the components of biochemical analysis of precursors of soil carbon sequestration and nutrient cycling Analyzing and developing models for quantifying carbon sequestration in a biome of native vegetation and constructing hedge rows in a desert environment Calibration, operation and troubleshooting of soil analytical equipment including GC, organic carbon analyzer, HPLC and spectrophotometer etc. Refining laboratory procedures for analysis of plant root ecosystem services for carbon sequestration, nutrient cycling and relevant microbial communities. This includes assaying root – soil chemical interactions and imaging for simulation of soil health indices Contribution to the design of regenerative cropping systems and ameliorants particularly nanomaterials that can valorize drifting soil in arid lands Contribution to relevant research proposals, project reports, scientific publications and patents of potential nanomaterials Teaching pertinent graduate and undergraduate courses and training of UM6P technical staff. Capacity building of farmers and agricultural stakeholders in soil health and carbon sequestration. This role involves frequent travel and field activities in arid conditions of southern Morocco and lab activities at UM6P-ASARI. Education A Ph.D. in Soil Biochemistry, Soil Chemistry, Agronomy or related field. Requirement Strong experience in the analysis of soil and plant root biochemistry and nutrient cycling during thesis research. Basic understanding of soil carbon dynamics and mainstreaming in sustainable cropping systems and environment Experience in operation and troubleshooting of soil analytical equipment including GC, organic carbon analyzer, HPLC and spectrophotometer etc. Strong expertise in quantifying plant and soil carbon sequestration Proven experience in assaying root – soil chemical interactions and imaging for simulation of soil health and nutrient acquisition Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data analysis using R and SAS. Basic knowledge of remote sensing application to quantify carbon sequestration is desirable Proficiency in written and spoken English

Sub Department: Senior Leadership Location: St John’s Campus Salary: £78,209 to £93,386 Post Type: Full Time Closing Date: Tuesday 10 February 2026 Reference: IE2601 Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic, the Head of the Institute of Education will provide creative and effective academic and professional leadership and management for the Institute and its staff, ensuring excellence in learning and teaching, research and scholarship. As a member of the University Leadership Group, you will work collaboratively across the University, encouraging and supporting interdisciplinary and cross-departmental working. Key focus areas: Lead and inspire staff, promoting innovation, collaboration and high performance. Strengthen research activity and ensure readiness for Ofsted and other external reviews. Grow student recruitment and success through high‑quality programmes and an excellent student experience. Build strong partnerships with schools, MATs, early years providers and professional bodies. Contribute to University‑wide planning and strategic development. (Interviews are to be held on the 26th or 27th of February) What’s in it for you: Incremental salary increase, subject to performance and the University reward scheme, with the opportunity to progress to £93,386 42 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days)  Access to a range of benefits such as our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Car Leasing Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme In-house training and development support A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment This post may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route if your individual circumstances enable this, in accordance with the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information on how the Skilled Worker visa rules may apply to you, please visit the UK Government website. Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester.  Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria). We value diversity and wish to promote equality at all levels.