Assistant Professor of Animal Science

Western Illinois University•Macomb, IL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Western Illinois University's School of Agriculture in the College of Business, Health, and Community Programs invites applications for an assistant or associate professor in Animal Science. This is a full-time, tenure-track, 9-month appointment beginning August 19, 2027. The primary responsibility is teaching undergraduate Animal Science courses in person. Potential courses include Pre-Veterinary Sciences, Man and Animal Interaction, Animal Breeding, Livestock Management, Ruminant Production and Management, Applied Livestock Nutrition and Feeding, and Physiology of Reproduction and Lactation. Additional courses may be developed or assigned based on the candidate's interests and expertise. The successful candidate is expected to use technology to enhance learning, conduct livestock production research, and communicate and interact with the agricultural community. The role also includes working with undergraduate students, advising undergraduate clubs, serving on committees at the School, College, and University levels, and contributing to student recruitment and retention. Other duties may be assigned by the Director of the School of Agriculture. The annual salary range is $79,200–$99,000.

Requirements

Earned Ph.D. in Animal Science or a closely related field, or a D.V.M. with an emphasis on large animal production medicine. ABD candidates may be considered if degree completion is expected before appointment.
Ability to teach Animal Science courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Practical knowledge, experience, and interest in beef cattle, swine, sheep, and/or goats.
Ability to conduct livestock production-related research in the candidate's area of expertise.
Knowledge of Midwest livestock production relevant to Illinois.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with peers, students, industry, government agencies, and the public.
Commitment to student-centered teaching, applied learning, research, and service.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of conducting livestock production research.
Degree must be conferred by appointment and awarded by a regionally accredited degree-granting institution or an equivalent international accrediting body, unless otherwise stated.

Nice To Haves

Record of successful academic research.
Demonstrated ability to generate external funding.
Commitment to excellence in teaching at the University level.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate Animal Science courses in person; potential courses include Pre-Veterinary Sciences, Man and Animal Interaction, Animal Breeding, Livestock Management, Ruminant Production and Management, Applied Livestock Nutrition and Feeding, and Physiology of Reproduction and Lactation.
Develop or teach additional courses based on interests and expertise, as assigned.
Apply technology to enhance learning.
Conduct livestock production research.
Communicate and interact with the agricultural community.
Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills with undergraduate students and advise undergraduate clubs.
Serve on committees at the School of Agriculture, College of Business, Health, and Community Programs, and University levels.
Contribute to student recruitment and retention efforts within the School of Agriculture and the University.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Agriculture.