Assistant Professor of Animal Reproduction 210866

About the Role

The Department of Animal and Food Sciences at Oklahoma State University invites applications for an 11‑month tenure‑track position (60 % Extension and 40 % research) at the rank of Assistant Professor in animal reproduction. The position carries the expectation of excellence in Extension and applied research commensurate with the land‑grant mission of the university.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Extension programming through county educator trainings, workshops, field days, hands‑on trainings, webinars, and one‑on‑one producer consultations.
• Develop peer‑reviewed educational resources such as Extension publications, fact sheets, decision‑support tools, and digital and social media content for county educators, producers, agribusiness professionals, and allied industry stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with county/regional Extension educators, producer organizations, breed and livestock associations, and agricultural industry partners.
• Establish an innovative, applied research program in animal reproduction that addresses priority challenges of the state’s livestock industries and complements Extension programming.
• Publish research findings in appropriate scientific journals.
• Secure extramural funding from industry, federal agencies, or other granting sources to support Extension programming, research activities, and graduate student training.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Animal Science or a closely related field.
• Documented interest in, experience with, and appreciation of production agriculture.
• Demonstrated knowledge of livestock reproductive physiology and management.
• Commitment to both Extension and research at the rank of Assistant Professor.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work in teams, and capacity to assume leadership roles.

Employment Conditions

The appointment is to begin on January 1 2027, or as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. It is an 11‑month tenure‑track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Continuation of the position is subject to performance, departmental needs, and available funding.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Retirement and long‑term disability programs.
• Medical, dental, and life insurance coverage.

About the Department

The Department of Animal and Food Sciences has over 1,230 undergraduate students, 48 M.S. and Ph.D. students, and 33 faculty members. It supports nine undergraduate student organizations, seven competitive undergraduate judging teams, and operates nine farm and ranch units encompassing more than 12,000 acres of high‑quality livestock.