Assistant Professor of Animal Science (Nutrition)

Job Title

Assistant Professor of Animal Science (Nutrition)

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Department of Animal Science & Veterinary Technology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK), a Member of The Texas A&M University System, invites applications for a highly energetic tenure-track Assistant Professor in Animal Science. This position is a nine-month appointment, with 25% research and 75% teaching responsibilities (nine credit hours each in the spring and fall semesters). The successful candidate is expected to develop a nationally recognized, externally funded, multidisciplinary research program in livestock nutrition. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain close-working relationships with food-animal industry stakeholders, mentor graduate students, and teach undergraduate courses in animal nutrition, along with additional undergraduate and graduate courses related to their area of expertise in the Department of Animal Science and Veterinary Technology (ASVT). A competitive negotiable salary and benefit package will be offered that will be commensurate with the candidate’s level of expertise. Availability for employment by fall 2024 semester is expected. 

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in Animal Science, Dairy Science, or a closely related field from an accredited university. Evidence of successful teaching and basic and/or applied research experience in animalnutrition, livestock production, orrelated research areas are preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential, and candidates should have evidence of scholarly achievement in teaching and research. Other requirements include a commitment to high standards of academic professionalism and a positive attitude for teamwork. 

The Department

The ASVT at TAMUK is an integral part of the Dick and Mary Lewis Kleberg College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. In addition to awarding a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science, with degree emphases in General Animal Science, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, and Animal-Wildlife Veterinary Technology, and a Master of Science degree in Animal Science, ASVT is home to the only four-year accredited Veterinary Technology program in Texas and the renowned King Ranch® Institute for Ranch Management. The Department of ASVT is the largest academic department on the picturesque campus of Texas A&M University-Kingsville, with 13 faculty, 18graduate and approximately 490 undergraduate students. The 650-acre Texas A&M University-Kingsville Farm houses beef cows, meat goats, and hair-sheep operations, with a new swine facility under construction, and provides students with hands-on training in basic food animal production management techniques. The ASVT values innovative teaching, experiential learning, global and historical perspectives, and encourages collaborative endeavors. Additional information about Texas A&M University-Kingsville can be accessed at www.tamuk.edu , the Dick and Mary Lewis Kleberg College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at www.tamuk.edu/agriculture/index.html , and the Department of Animal Science and Veterinary Technology webpage is www.tamuk.edu/agriculture/departments/asvt/index.html . 

Application Instructions

Interested applicants must submit an application packet containing: 

• A letter of application stating interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials outlined in the Job Description; 

• Resume or curriculum vitae (CV); 

• A single page teaching philosophy; 

• A single page research statement outlining their research interests; 

• Copies of transcripts; and 

• Names and contact information of three references 

All application materials should be submitted electronically via Workday (www.tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TAMUK_External ) to ensure full consideration. Review of applications will begin on March 15, 2024 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. A background check is required prior to employment for this position. In addition, the selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript(s) from each degree granting institution before an offer can be made. Degrees earned from institutions outside of the United States are required to be evaluated and certified for equivalency to a Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree, and other higher education degrees. 

Questions can be addressed to: 

Dr. Tanner Machado, Chair 

Search Committee 

156 Howe Agriculture Building 

Texas A&M University-Kingsville 

Kingsville, Texas 78363-8202 

Phone: (361) 593-4393 

Email: [email protected]  

Texas A&M University-Kingsville is an Equality Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans employer, and all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status are encouraged to apply.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.