Assistant Professor - Companion Animal Science

Universities of Wisconsin • River Falls, WI

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About The Position

The Department of Animal & Food Science within the College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences has 840 enrolled students, and 37 percent are within the companion animal option. The Department is seeking a nine-month, full-time position (100% teaching) at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure track). The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interests and ability to teach undergraduate courses in companion animal science. Other teaching opportunities may include courses in the core animal science curriculum, based on the candidate's education and experience. The standard teaching load is 12 contact hours per semester.

Requirements

• DVM and/or PhD in Animal Science or related field. Applicants who have finished course work and are still working on degree requirements may be considered for a conditional appointment and must complete their graduate program within one year of the date of employment
• Primary educational/professional expertise in companion animals
• Professional priority for achieving excellence in undergraduate teaching
• Strong interest in teaching college-level courses to undergraduate students
• Interest and ability to provide academic advising to undergraduate students
• Commitment and capability to support and advise co-curricular activities such as student organizations, internships, and/or undergraduate scholarly activities
• Well-developed and effective oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Documented evidence of successful teaching at the college level
• Experience, contacts, and involvement in the companion animal industry
• Education and experience in one or more of the following animal science disciplines: animal physiology, behavior and training, and/or shelter management, animal nutrition
• Familiarity with U.S. animal agricultural practices
• Demonstrated experience with leading and mentoring undergraduate research students

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate courses in companion animal science, which may include Introduction to Companion Animals, Companion Animal Behavior & Training, and/or Pets in Society.
• Teaching introductory animal science courses and courses in the core animal science curriculum focused on animal nutrition, genetics, physiology, health, or welfare, depending on departmental needs, the individual’s interest, educational background, and skill level.
• Advising students within the Fostering Education Through Campus Hosting (FETCH) program, which is a service dog in-training program for undergraduate students.
• Mentoring and advising undergraduate students, and advising student organizations and clubs within the department
• Active participation in department-sponsored events.
• Establish and maintain affiliations with companion animal groups and associations at the local, state, regional, and national levels, and continue to advance their knowledge and level of expertise within the field of companion animal science.
• Participation in faculty or staff governance, and service activities at the department, college and university levels
• Engage in scholarly activity.

Benefits

• Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree