Assistant/Associate Professor of Animal Science
Sul Ross State University

Instructions to applicants:

Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vita, teaching philosophy, research program, unofficial transcripts, three letters of reference, and contact information for an additional three references.

Assistant/Associate Professor of Animal Science

Alpine

Agriculture and Industry

999861

07/18/2024

Yes

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Doctorate in Animal Science or a closely related field. Ph.D. candidates who are near completion will be considered.

Must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and possess excellent communication skills; be technically current; be an enthusiastic team player who is willing to work in a multidisciplinary program; and have demonstrated skills in leadership.

Equine experience with a strong background in Western equitation. Experience in reproductive physiology, or genetics.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in animal science. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in equine reproduction, genetics, or exercise physiology. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in horsemanship and working with young stock. Teaching opportunities may include horse production, anatomy, reproduction, genetics, lameness and rehabilitation, introductory/advanced western horsemanship, breaking and training, other courses in the core animal science courses, or graduate level courses depending on departmental needs, the individual's interests, educational background, and skill level.

Additional responsibilities include participation in and conducting departmental-sponsored events. Participation in faculty governance and service activities at the departmental, college, and university levels is also expected. Faculty members are also expected to engage in scholarly activity. Activities are broadly defined and may include the scholarship of teaching, research, or similar activities.

This position is security sensitive.

Texas Law requires a 60 day waiting period before new state employees are eligible to enroll in health insurance.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at https://srinfo.sulross.edu/udps/The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu

Sul Ross State University, located in Alpine, Texas (www.alpinetexas.com), is in the Scenic Davis Mountains of West Texas, is a member of the Texas State University System, is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Bachelor's and Master's degrees, and has an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students on campus in Alpine, Texas. At an elevation of 4,480 feet, and on the periphery of the Chihuahuan Desert, Alpine enjoys mild winters and cool summers. Davis Mountain State Park, Fort Davis National Historic Site, Big Bend National Park, and Guadalupe National Park are all within one to three hours driving distance from Alpine. More information is available regarding Sul Ross State University and position openings.

Undergraduate degree in Animal Science include baccalaureate concentrations: Animal Production, Science, and Pre-veterinary Medicine. Graduate degree options include a Master's thesis in Animal Science and a Master's of Agriculture (online non-thesis) program. (http://www.sulross.edu).