Assistant Professor - Horticulture

About Farmingdale State College:

Farmingdale State College (FSC), the largest college of applied science and technology within the State University of New York system, is recognized for its applied learning. It enrolls over 10,000 students and offers nearly 50 degree programs through four schools: Arts and Sciences, Business, the Pasternack School of Engineering Technology, and the Santmann School of Health Sciences. The college's diverse offerings include the region's largest collegiate flight school, the only four-year dental hygiene program in the area, a nursing program with a 100% NCLEX pass rate, and a graduate portfolio aligned with regional needs. Master's degrees include construction management, nursing administration, and quality assurance and regulatory affairs, with additional programs in development.

This is a college on the move. Construction is underway on a $75 million, 52,000-square-foot Computer Sciences Center, the first zero-net-carbon-ready building on campus, designed for our growing computing programs. Our corporate partners, including PSEG Long Island and Estée Lauder, provide scholarship funds, training programs, internships, and insight into the skills our students need to succeed. The college's regional economic impact in 2025 was $272 million, according to an analysis conducted by the LIA Research.

Faculty at FSC combine excellent teaching with active scholarship that involves undergraduates. The College has one of the most diverse student populations in the SUNY system and is federally recognized as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. In 2026, FSC received the Higher Education Excellence and Distinction (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Academia. It ranks in the top 1% of colleges nationwide on the Social Mobility Index. We invite candidates from all backgrounds who are energized by the mission of public higher education and by the students it serves.

Our 380-acre campus sits in the center of Long Island, roughly 35 miles from New York City, surrounded by a dense corridor of aerospace, health care, and technology employers, with beaches and parkland minutes away. Students connect through NCAA Division III athletics and an extensive array of clubs and organizations, and FSC has a strong culture of civic responsibility. If you want your teaching and scholarship to impact students' careers and a region's economy, FSC is the place.

Job Description:

The Department of Urban Horticulture and Design at Farmingdale State College invites applications for a full-time (10-month), tenure-track Assistant Professor of Horticulture position. The successful candidate will teach courses within the department's recently revised Bachelor of Science program in Urban Horticulture.

The Urban Horticulture B.S. program prepares students for contemporary careers in sustainable horticulture and urban environmental management through an emphasis on sustainable horticultural practices, native plants, permaculture, urban ecology, sustainable turfgrass management, and small-scale food production. We seek an individual who is prepared and able to teach both core courses, including introductory horticulture, plant materials, and diseases and pests, as well as specialized elective courses that reflect emerging trends and professional practices. These courses will equip graduates with applied skills for careers in one or more of the following areas: sustainable horticulture, plant health care, urban greening, small-scale food production, and commercial and residential turfgrass management.

All faculty members at Farmingdale State College have three workload components: teaching, research and scholarly activity, and service. Candidates should have a research agenda that complements their area of academic specialty resulting in peer-reviewed publications, which are necessary for promotion and tenure at Farmingdale State College. We are also interested in candidates with a history of, or interest in, pursuing external funding for their research. The successful candidate will demonstrate an interest and high level of competence in teaching. The service component of the workload includes student advising and participation on committees.

The successful candidate will teach 12 contact hours per semester, including day and evening classes that may also include online and hybrid formats.

The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:

• Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.
• Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.
• Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in Horticulture or a closely related field (such as plant science, plant biology, agricultural sciences) from a regionally accredited institution. ABD candidates will be considered, provided the doctorate is conferred by the time of appointment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous college teaching or post-doc experience in a lab or research setting.
• Established research program as demonstrated by conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications, or other scholarly activities.

Additional Information:

This is a 10-month UUP faculty position.

• For the first 10 working days, beginning Friday, September 18, 2026, and ending Thursday, October 1, 2026, applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.
• CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled, with priority consideration given to applications received by Saturday, October 17, 2026.
• SALARY: $75,000+ $4,150 in downstate location pay = $79,150 Total Compensation. Salary may increase commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• ANTICIPATED START DATE: Fall semester 2027

The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans.

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Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.

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Application Instructions:

Interested candidates may apply by clicking on the "Apply Now" link at the top or bottom of this page. The following documents are required for all positions:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/C.V.

Additional instructions for faculty positions: Your cover letter must include a statement on teaching philosophy and methodology. Please attach copies of teaching evaluations. Candidates invited for interviews will be asked to make a presentation on their research/creative activities as well as a separate teaching demonstration.

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