Texas A&M University-Kingsville Seeks Lecturer (Animal Science)

Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) invites applications for a Lecturer in Animal Science. This is a nine-month appointment, with 100% teaching responsibilities. Candidate is expected to develop a nationally recognized teaching program in livestock management, physiology, breeding and/or genetics, behavior, and/or health and well-being. Will be expected to develop and maintain close-working relationships with food-animal industry stakeholders, coordinate departmental recruiting and youth outreach efforts, and teach introductory animal science courses and laboratories, along with additional undergraduate courses related to their area of expertise in the Department of Animal Science and Veterinary Technology (ASVT). Competitive negotiable salary and benefit package commensurate with the candidate’s level of expertise. Availability for employment by spring 2023 semester is expected.

Applicants must have at least an M.S. degree in Animal Science or a closely related field from an accredited university. Evidence of successful teaching, research, and/or experience in livestock production management, with emphasis in nutrition, physiology, behavior, animal well-being, breeding, genetics, reproduction, animal health, or related livestock areas are preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential. 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. Experience leading an intercollegiate judging program is preferred.

 

 

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 (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, 14 graduate and approximately 470 undergraduate students.

 

1. A letter of application stating interest and relevant qualifications;

2. A single page teaching philosophy;

3. A single page statement outlining research interests;

4. Resume or curriculum vitae (CV);

5. Copies of transcripts;

6. Names/contact information of three references

 

Application materials should be submitted electronically to ensure full consideration. Review of applications will begin on September 1, 2022 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Background check is required prior to employment. 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 the United States are required to be evaluated/certified for equivalency to a Master of Science (M.S.) degree, and other higher education degrees.

Dr. Ann Staiger, Chair

Search Committee

115 Kleberg Agriculture Building

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Kingsville, Texas 78363-8202

Phone: (361) 593-3699

Email: Elizabeth.Staiger@tamuk.edu

 

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.