Assistant Professor of Small Ruminants 212172
About The Position
Oklahoma State University's Department of Animal and Food Sciences is seeking an 11-month tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in small ruminants (sheep and goats). This position involves a 75% teaching and 25% research appointment, with an expectation of excellence in both areas, aligning with the land-grant mission. The role includes teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, recruiting and mentoring students, contributing to scholarly teaching and learning, developing curriculum, securing external grants, and fostering industry relationships for internships and careers. The research component requires developing an applied research program utilizing the department's Sheep and Goat Center, with a preference for candidates with sheep and goat production experience. Collaboration within a multidisciplinary team and publishing research findings are also expected.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Animal Science or a closely related field.
- Documented interest, experience and appreciation of production agriculture.
- Working knowledge of U.S. sheep and goat industries.
- Commitment to both teaching and research.
- Qualify for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor.
Nice To Haves
- Sheep and goat production experience.
- Excellent written and oral communications skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Documented experience as a dedicated teacher with a passion for student success.
- Ability to work in teams and assume leadership roles.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in animal science relative to their expertise and the needs of the department.
- Recruit and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
- Contribute to the scholarship of the profession through innovative teaching approaches, scholarly teaching and learning research, curriculum development, external grants/contracts, and other forms of scholarly effort.
- Build strong, collaborative industry relationships for student internships and careers.
- Develop an applied research program utilizing the department's Sheep and Goat Center in an area that aligns with their training and expertise.
- Work as a member of a multidisciplinary team with others in the department and division.
- Seek and secure extramural funding in support of their applied research program from industry, federal agencies, or other granting sources.
- Publish research findings in appropriate scientific journals.
Benefits
- Retirement and long-term disability.
- Medical, dental and life insurance programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
