About the role
Position Summary
Instructional responsibilities include teaching HRT 211 – Landscape Plants I (3 credits) for the Institute of Agricultural Technology during the fall semesters (August 16 – December 31). The course will be delivered in Muskegon, Michigan at Muskegon Community College. HRT 211 contact hours will be 2 hours of lecture, recitation, or discussion per week and 2 hours of lab per week (4 hours of total contact time per week) for 15 weeks of instruction.
Course Description:
Identification, adaptation, and evaluation of shade trees, narrow-leaved evergreens, shrubs, woody vines, herbs, ornamental grasses, and herbaceous perennials.
Course Objectives:
1. To learn how to identify plant species common to the Great Lakes area horticulture trade. This includes knowing the scientific name(s), selected cultivars, common name(s), and the plant family. Identification involves seeing parts of the plant or the whole plant. HRT 211 is organized by plant families and covers many types of deciduous trees, shrubs, vines, perennials, and bulbs. (Annuals and evergreens have been moved to HRT 211 and this change is in process over the next few years.
1. To develop an appreciation for the great diversity and beauty of ornamental landscape plants.
1. To be able to select plants for specific purposes and site conditions. This includes knowing the environmental requirements of specific plants, their desirable and undesirable characteristics, and their landscape.
1. To be familiar with selected reference books, source guides, and other resources.
Position is planned to recur every Fall Semester
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Masters -Horticulture or related fields
Minimum Requirements
Required: Master's Degree in Horticulture or related fields.
Experience in development and assessment of learning outcomes.
Undergraduate teaching experience and a passion for teaching.
Required Application Materials
Applicants may apply for this position via the link at https://jobs.msu.edu.
1. Letter of application/interest
1. Current resume
1. List of three refences and
1. A statement of experiences related to the course.
Special Instructions
Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Jeno Rivera, Director of the Institute of Agricultural Technology
Review of Applications Begins On
08/05/2025
Website
IAT.MSU.EDU
MSU Statement
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