Assistant Professor of Small R...

About the role

Oklahoma State University’s Department of Animal and Food Sciences in Stillwater, OK invites applications for an 11‑month tenure‑track Assistant Professor position (75% teaching, 25% research) in small ruminants (sheep and goats). The successful candidate will contribute to the land‑grant mission through excellence in teaching and research, work with the department’s Sheep and Goat Center, and engage with a vibrant academic community that includes over 1,230 undergraduate students, 48 M.S. and Ph.D. students, 33 faculty, nine undergraduate student organizations, seven competitive judging teams, and nine farm and ranch units spanning more than 12,000 acres.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in animal science aligned with expertise and departmental needs.
• Recruit and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to the scholarship of teaching and learning through innovative teaching approaches, curriculum development, external grants/contracts, and other scholarly efforts.
• Build strong, collaborative industry relationships to facilitate student internships and career placement.
• Develop an applied research program using the department’s Sheep and Goat Center, seek and secure extramural funding from industry, federal agencies, or other sources, and publish findings in appropriate scientific journals.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Animal Science or a closely related field.

Qualifications

• Documented interest, experience, and appreciation of production agriculture.
• Working knowledge of the U.S. sheep and goat industries.
• Commitment to both teaching and research and qualification for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Documented experience as a dedicated teacher with a passion for student success.
• Ability to work effectively in teams and assume leadership roles.

Benefits

• Retirement and long‑term disability programs.
• Medical, dental, and life insurance programs.

Schedule

11‑month tenure‑track position, with a target start date of January 1, 2027 (or as soon as a suitable candidate is identified).