Lecturer in Systems Thinking for the Future of Agriculture
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Institutional Mission: The School for Field Studies (SFS) creates transformative study abroad experiences through field-based learning and research. Our educational programs explore the human and ecological dimensions of the complex environmental problems faced by our local partners, contributing to sustainable solutions in the places where we live and work. The SFS community is part of a growing network of individuals and institutions committed to environmental stewardship.
Position:
Lecturer in Systems Thinking for the Future of Agriculture
Reports To:
Dean, Office of Academic Affairs
Location: Greve, Italy, SFS Center for Sustainable Food Systems
Start Date: Anticipated travel and arrival to the Center for Sustainable Food Systems are scheduled for November 2026. The selected candidate will participate in required virtual and on‑site trainings. Dates will be determined and agreed upon with the Center Director and Dean.
Compensation: Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications.
Position Summary:



The SFS Center for Sustainable Food Systems, located in Greve, Italy seeks an enthusiastic, team-oriented individual to serve as part of a team of faculty and staff that delivers an interdisciplinary, hands‑on learning experience to students spending a semester in Italy. On a full‑time contract basis, the Lecturer in Systems Thinking for the Future of Agriculture will deliver the 50-hour Systems Thinking for the Future of Agriculture course during the fall and spring semesters. Additionally, during fall and spring, they will co‑teach the 50-hour Directed Research course with other faculty members, leading a faculty‑developed directed research project with a small group of students. This position will engage students in a classroom setting, but also through extensive time spent in the field. We encourage faculty to integrate as much fieldwork and hands‑on experience into their courses as possib

📌 Lecturer in Systems Thinking for the Future of Agriculture (Italia)
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