Assistant Professor, Animal Science (veterinary-dairy emphasis)
The Ohio State University
Agricultural Technical Institute, College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences
Position Overview
- Distribution of Effort: 90% Teaching undergraduate dairy and/or animal sciences courses as assigned; grades assignments and submits grades; holds office hours; course and curriculum development and 10% Conducting scholarship activities
- Position Track: Tenure Track
Position Location
Wooster, Ohio – The position reports to the Director of the Agricultural Technical Institute (Ohio State ATI) located on The Ohio State University Wooster campus.
Position Description
The individual will teach courses in animal sciences with an emphasis on dairy cattle and veterinary related classes, for example: lactation, milking management, and milk quality; reproduction, and reproduction processes; animal health, immunity, disease control and treatment, and herd management; dairy facilities, equipment, and environment; nutrition and feeding management; and herd production records. The ability to teach or assist with dairy business management and milk marketing, dairy genetics, and live animal evaluation courses, other general animal science courses (anatomy and physiology, introductory animal sciences, animal handling), or other species (beef, horse, small ruminants, swine, companion animals) specific courses is highly desirable depending upon instructional needs and the individual’s background, experience, and interest. Excellence in teaching and highly developed communication skills is expected.
The individual will provide leadership to academic programs as assigned, assist in course and curriculum development related to dairy and animal science academic programs; attend academic program-related, division, and institute meetings; participate in professional development programs related to the dairy and animal science disciplines and the scholarship of teaching; serve on committees as needed; and develops and/or enhances strong working relationships with the dairy and animal industries. The individual will serve as an academic advisor for animal science students, an advisor to student organizations, and assist with student recruitment activities.
The individual will conduct scholarship in dairy science, animal science, and/or teaching pedagogy.
The hire is expected to participate in professional development programs related to the dairy/animal science disciplines and the scholarship of teaching; provide program leadership; serve on committees as needed; and attend academic program-related, division, and institute meetings. Assist with academic advising, student organization advising, and recruitment activities.
Performance Objectives – please provide this information
- Teach approximately six to seven courses per year.
- Serve as the Animal Sciences-Biosciences Program Coordinator by working with the division chair and associated faculty at Ohio State ATI and in collaboration with the Department of Animal Sciences to develop syllabi, curriculum, assessment measures, and the schedule of classes.
- Assist with identifying and onboarding associated faculty as needed.
- Be actively involved in student recruitment and orientation.
- Advise undergraduate biosciences students.
- Develop a thematically focused scholarship program validated by peers.
- Work collaboratively with university and Ohio State ATI faculty and staff, and/or OSU extension, government agencies, non-government organizations, and/or community groups to advance the land grant mission of the college and university.
- Serve the Institute, College, University, and professional communities through committee work, service, leadership, and other appropriate responsibilities and activities.
- Participate in professional development activities related to their discipline and the scholarship of teaching.
- Demonstrate an ability to cultivate learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds, and commitment to enhancing civility and inclusion within Ohio State ATI.
Education and Experience Requirements
Required Education
PhD or DVM with a major in dairy science, animal sciences, veterinary medicine or closely related discipline.
Required Experience
Five years of prior classroom teaching experience in undergraduate dairy or animal science education.
Desired Experience
Five years of work experience (employment) in dairy and/or animal related industries.
How to Apply:
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via https://osujoblinks.com/pr9j
A complete application consists of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and teaching statements (no more than two pages each), and a list of three references combined into a single PDF.
Initial consideration will be given to applications received by November 18. Review of applications will continue until the position has been filled. We welcome informal inquiries, which can be made by contacting the Search Committee Chair, Haley Campbell (Campbell.2708@osu.edu). Individuals with questions about fit for the position are encouraged to contact the search committee chair. All inquiries and applications will be kept confidential.
The Agricultural Technical Institute
At Ohio State ATI in Wooster, students can get started in a career in as little as two years with an associate’s degree or complete the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). Students start many of Ohio State’s 200+ majors here and save $3,600+ in tuition and fees per year compared to the Columbus campus. As a top-ranked two-year institution, Ohio State ATI offers personalized education, hands-on experience, and close campus community. Every member of the Ohio State ATI community is dedicated to helping students complete programs in a timely manner and stay on track for academic and career success.
Ohio State ATI’s 1,700-acre working agricultural learning laboratory includes dairy, beef, swine, and sheep-goat operations; an equine center; a heifer-raising facility; and a land laboratory for crop and environmental research. On-campus resources include environmentally controlled greenhouses with hydroponic systems, the latest software for computer-assisted design (CAD), sports fields, turfgrass plots, a model golf hole, and science labs equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation such as electrophoresis equipment for DNA analysis. The CFAES Wooster campus encompasses Ohio State ATI and one of the United States’ largest agricultural-related research institutes, which is also a source of internships and campus jobs for ATI students. Secrest Arboretum, a 110-acre outdoor laboratory and landscape garden, is also located at CFAES Wooster.
Wooster, Ohio, is home to over 25,000 residents and growing. Wooster serves as the county seat and dairy capital of the State. It has an excellent school system, a vibrant downtown, three colleges including Ohio State, a world-class community-owned hospital, a portfolio of growing businesses serving the global economy, and a network of volunteers and organizations dedicated to helping individuals succeed. Wooster also offers 600 acres of parkland, two public pools and a natatorium, a growing urban bike trail network, and full calendar of festivals, intriguing educational events, and concerts. Wooster was named one of the top three micropolitans in the United States by Site Selection magazine.
The College
The College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) anchors its mission in a simple, yet powerful phrase: We Sustain Life. Faculty, staff, and students alike contribute to this mission in a variety of ways. Our Strategic Alignment outlines the college’s values: Land-Grant Scholarship; Lifespan Learning; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; Integrity and Accountability; and Permeable Borders. These values, which align with the university’s Shared Values, shape our goals of our Strategic Alignment. We are committed to scholarship across three mission areas (teaching, research, Extension) with a commitment to serving our state in addition to the country and world. As a land grant, we are part of a cooperative structure that includes key partners all dedicated to integrating research, education, and Extension to improve the food and agricultural sectors, the environment, and the quality of people’s lives. We educate not just undergraduate and graduate students but learners across the lifespan. We work to ensure groundbreaking scientific discoveries are brought out of the laboratory and into the hands of those who can put them to work.
CFAES houses 11 departments/schools with over 20 undergraduate majors and 9 graduate programs, including 3 interdisciplinary programs affiliated with multiple Ohio State colleges. We also administer OSU Extension, which provides robust and relevant programming to Ohioans and beyond in the areas of Agriculture and Natural Resources, 4-H Youth Development, Family and Consumer Sciences, and Community Development. We are one college spanning three campuses: Columbus, CFAES Wooster, and Statewide. Our CFAES Wooster campus includes a large research station and Ohio State’s only two-year academic unit, Ohio State ATI. The Statewide campus includes 11 research stations and Extension offices in all of Ohio’s 88 counties. Our At a Glance provides additional information regarding our size, capacity, and impact as a college.
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
The Ohio State University’s Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.
The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.
In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).
Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. In addition to its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to CFAES Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.
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