SDSU (SDstate) is seeking an Instructor or Lecturer, Program Coordinator, and Advisor for the Department of Dairy & Food Science. This position contributes to student success by providing good teaching, solid academic advising, and coherent program coordination. This position is located in Brookings. This position is a 9 Month, full-time, non-tenure track, benefits-eligible position.
The Dairy Food and Science Department has 11 faculty members, approximately 7 staff members, and 25 graduate research assistants. The faculty and staff within the department bring a wealth of experience, recognized expertise, and a strong dedication to teaching, research, and service. The Davis Dairy Plant was expanded and renovated in 2011 in a $9.3 million project.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching/Advising: This position is essential for the functioning of the teaching and advising aspects of our department. They will help our department to achieve excellence through transformative education by helping us to 1) achieve academic excellence, 2) affirm student success as a foundational priority, and 3) help to increase recruitment, retention and graduation of professionally prepared global citizens.
Administration: This position is intended to be academic program coordinator for the department. This includes duties such as the following: Assist with review of department sections of university catalog, revise undergraduate program guide sheets as needed, submit course or program modifications, oversee curriculum mapping and updates, make changes to courses with the Registrars office as needed, assist with program assessment, and serve as departmental representative on CAFES curriculum committee.
BENEFITS:
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s Degree in Dairy Manufacturing, Food Science, or related field
- Experience in teaching or training others
- Three to five years of related experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working in a dairy processing facility
- Experience in some type of advising
APPLICATION PROCESS:
SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date: 11/09/2026
Closing Date: 12/14/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Advertised Salary: The minimum salary for this position is $62,332 at instructor rank. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
Duration of the Term: 9 months
Appointment Percent: 100%
Tenure Status: Term
Proposed Rank: Lecturer
Appointment Type: Regular
Scope of Search: External (includes Internal)
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.
Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Sanjeev Anand at Sanjeev.Anand@sdstate.edu.
