What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Professor / Professor position at Oklahoma State University?
The Department of Physiological Sciences in the College of Veterinary Medicine, Oklahoma State University (https://vetmed.okstate.edu/about/departments.html) is seeking applications for a tenure track faculty position. Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant field (see departmental research areas, below) and should have experience commensurate with appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. A DVM or equivalent degree is desirable, but not required. A record of extramural funding, along with administrative experience, is also desirable. Appointment to an endowed chair (Sitlington Chair) is possible for the appropriately qualified candidate.
The successful candidate will be responsible for administrative and scientific leadership of the INTERACT program (https://vetmed.okstate.edu/research/interact/interact.html) and will participate in the University’s OneHealth Initiative. Other responsibilities of the position will encompass the traditional responsibilities of a land grant university, including research, teaching of veterinary medical and graduate students, and service on departmental and college committees. Research will be the primary emphasis of the position, but the precise breakdown of the appointment will be determined in consultation with the successful candidate based upon their interests.
The Department of Physiological Sciences encompasses the disciplines of physiology, anatomical sciences, pharmacology, and toxicology. Departmental faculty members are funded by the NIH, including a COBRE grant for respiratory infectious diseases (https://ocrid.okstate.edu/), the Department of Defense, USDA, American Heart Association, and other extramural agencies. Particular areas of strength for the department include comparative exercise physiology (https://vetmed.okstate.edu/labs/cepl/index.html), aging/neurodegeneration, diabetes/metabolic disease (https://vetmed.okstate.edu/research/comparative-metabolism-lab/), respiratory infectious disease, toxicology (Interdisciplinary Toxicology Program; https://gradcollege.okstate.edu/programs/toxicology/) cancer biology and novel treatments for cancer. Additional college and departmental research focus areas can be reviewed at https://vetmed.okstate.edu/research/. Candidates will be reviewed in the context of selecting individuals with skills and professional interests that complement and enhance existing departmental programs.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attached Cover Letter, CV, 3 Professional References, Statement of Vision for the Interact Program, and Statement of Research Interests
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Degree: PhD required with DVM highly desirable.
Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant field (see departmental research areas, above) and should have experience commensurate with appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. A DVM or equivalent degree is desirable, but not required.
Individuals with advanced clinical training are particularly encouraged to submit their application.
Applicant must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collegially and collaboratively with a diverse population of colleagues and students.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
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 eeo.okstate.edu.
The successful candidate will be responsible for administrative and scientific leadership of the INTERACT program (https://vetmed.okstate.edu/research/interact/interact.html) and will participate in the University’s OneHealth Initiative. Other responsibilities of the position will encompass the traditional responsibilities of a land grant university, including research, teaching of veterinary medical and graduate students, and service on departmental and college committees. Research will be the primary emphasis of the position, but the precise breakdown of the appointment will be determined in consultation with the successful candidate based upon their interests.
The Department of Physiological Sciences encompasses the disciplines of physiology, anatomical sciences, pharmacology, and toxicology. Departmental faculty members are funded by the NIH, including a COBRE grant for respiratory infectious diseases (https://ocrid.okstate.edu/), the Department of Defense, USDA, American Heart Association, and other extramural agencies. Particular areas of strength for the department include comparative exercise physiology (https://vetmed.okstate.edu/labs/cepl/index.html), aging/neurodegeneration, diabetes/metabolic disease (https://vetmed.okstate.edu/research/comparative-metabolism-lab/), respiratory infectious disease, toxicology (Interdisciplinary Toxicology Program; https://gradcollege.okstate.edu/programs/toxicology/) cancer biology and novel treatments for cancer. Additional college and departmental research focus areas can be reviewed at https://vetmed.okstate.edu/research/. Candidates will be reviewed in the context of selecting individuals with skills and professional interests that complement and enhance existing departmental programs.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attached Cover Letter, CV, 3 Professional References, Statement of Vision for the Interact Program, and Statement of Research Interests
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Degree: PhD required with DVM highly desirable.
Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant field (see departmental research areas, above) and should have experience commensurate with appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. A DVM or equivalent degree is desirable, but not required.
Individuals with advanced clinical training are particularly encouraged to submit their application.
Applicant must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collegially and collaboratively with a diverse population of colleagues and students.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
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 eeo.okstate.edu.
