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Position Title :
Assistant Professor of Animal Science
Requisition : 202500003F
Rank : Assistant Professor
FLSA status : Exempt
Hiring Salary :
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type :
Full-Time Tenure Track
College :
College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department :
School of Agricultural Sciences
Open Date : 02 / 06 / 2025
Quicklink :
https : / / shsu.peopleadmin.com / postings / 42154
Contact Name : Dr. Marcy Beverly
Title :
Search Committee Chair
School of Agricultural Sciences
Sam Houston State University
Box 2088Huntsville, Texas 77341-2088
Contact Phone : 936 294-1222
Contact Email : mmbeverly@shsu.edu
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job :
Nine-month appointment with the opportunity for summer employment available. This is a 75% teaching and 25% research appointment with service activities required for promotion, merit pay increases and tenure. Primary teaching and research responsibilities will be in the discipline of Animal Science with possible courses in Animal Behavior, Animal Care & Welfare, Meat Science, Nutrition, Livestock Evaluation, Sheep and Goat Management and Livestock Production Systems. The successful applicant will contribute to our growing undergraduate and graduate programs.
Educational Requirements for the Position :
An earned Doctorate in Animal Science or closely related field, from an accredited University. Evidence of actual or potential success in university teaching, research and service.
Experience Required for the Position :
Documented experience and ability to teach college level courses in Animal Science, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required. Must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Must have demonstrated previous and current animal science industry involvement and youth outreach service.
Special Instructions Summary :
Please note : References provided In the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled : EEO Statement :
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke / Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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