Assistant Professor of Instruction Animal Science

Job Posting Number:

2026098NTL

Position Description

We seek a dynamic and student-centered educator dedicated to excellence in teaching in Animal Science. The successful candidate will contribute to the instructional mission of a growing and vibrant department serving students across agricultural disciplines, including pre-veterinary, animal science, and agricultural education tracks.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Teaching undergraduate courses in animal science (e.g., basic animal science, animal nutrition, anatomy and physiology, reproduction, genetics, or livestock production systems, depending on expertise and departmental need).
• Coordinating and delivering laboratory sections at university-operated facilities, including live-animal instruction where appropriate.
• Advising and mentoring undergraduate students.
• Participating in service activities at the department, college, and university levels, with an emphasis on activities that facilitate experiences for students.

The teaching load is 4/4 (100%), with expectations for high-impact teaching practices, student engagement, and continuous instructional improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in Animal Science or closely related field (ABD considered; degree must be completed by start date).
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.
• Ability to teach across core animal science disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the college level as the instructor of record.
• Experience with experiential or field-based instruction.
• Familiarity with regional livestock production systems relevant.
• Evidence of student mentorship and engagement.

Full Consideration Date:

Close Date:

Open Until Filled? Yes

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56625