Oklahoma State University is hiring: Assistant Professor of Sustainable Livestoc

Assistant Professor of Sustainable Livestock Production

Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources

Oklahoma State University - Stillwater, Oklahoma

The Department of Animal and Food Sciences at Oklahoma State University invites applications for a 70% teaching and 30% research tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position carries the expectation of excellence in Teaching and Research commensurate with the land grant mission of Oklahoma State University.

Position Description

The successful candidate will (a) teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in sustainable livestock systems and meat, milk, or fiber livestock production management; (b) recruit and mentor undergraduate and graduate students; (c) 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; and (d) build strong, collaborative industry relationships for student internships and careers.

The successful candidate's research initiatives may include identifying strategies to enhance the efficiency of meat, milk, or fiber production from livestock systems to promote the livelihood, health, and nutrition of communities, while reducing negative environmental impacts, and other innovative ideas. The candidate will be encouraged to seek collaborations with faculty in the department and division that focus on sustainable livestock production systems. The responsibilities of this position align with Oklahoma State University's strategic initiatives of Innovating to Nourish the World, Enhancing Human and Animal Health (OneHealth), and Powering a Growing World Population Sustainably and Responsibly.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Animal Science or a related area is required for this position. Applicants must be committed to the land grant university missions of teaching and research. The candidate must have a strong background in teaching and livestock management. They must also have documented experience in scholarly activities in research. Preference will be given to individuals with previous teaching/research activities, strong oral and written communication skills, effective interpersonal skills with diverse audiences, and a record of successful collaboration in an academic environment.

Employment Conditions

This position is to be filled by January 1, 2025, or as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. The position is an 11-month, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Salary and benefits are competitive and based on qualifications and experience. Retirement and long-term disability, medical, dental and life insurance programs are available to employees. Continuation of this position is subject to performance, needs and available funding.

About the Department

The Department of Animal and Food Sciences has more than 1100 undergraduate students, 65 M.S. and Ph.D. students, and 32 faculty. The department is home to nine undergraduate student organizations and seven competitive undergraduate teams. The department operates nine farm and ranch units with high quality livestock that encompass over 12,000 acres. For more information about the department go to: http://www.afs.okstate.edu/

Application

Formal applications are via electronic submission at https://jobs.okstate.edu; search for requisition req18573.

To apply, candidates should submit: (a) a letter of application describing how their academic preparation and experience qualify them for this faculty position; (b) curriculum vitae; (c) official academic transcripts from their degree-granting institutions; (d) statement of teaching philosophy, (e) statement of research philosophy and research goals; and (f) names and contact information of three professional references. Questions can be directed to Dr. Jerry Fitch (jerry.fitch@okstate.edu)

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2024. For best/full consideration, please submit all materials by November 15, 2024. Review of applications may continue until a suitable candidate is hired.

To learn more about OSU Agriculture and Stillwater, visit these websites.

https://agriculture.okstate.edu

https://agresearch.okstate.edu

https://extension.okstate.edu

https://www.okstate.edu

https://www.visitstillwater.org

https://www.stillwaterchamber.org

Equal Employment Opportunity

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit https:///eeo.okstate.edu.