"Assistant Professor of Practice, Animal Sciences, Dairy Specialization"

Assistant Professor of Practice, Animal Sciences, Dairy Specialization

The Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute
College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Science

Position Location
Wooster, Ohio - The position reports to the Director of the Agricultural Technical Institute (Ohio State ATI) located on The Ohio State University Wooster campus.

Performance Objectives

• Teach approximately seven courses per year.
• Serve as the Animal Sciences-Dairy Management Program Coordinator by working with the division chair and associated faculty at Ohio State ATI and in collaboration with the Department of Animal Sciences to develop syllabi, curriculum, assessment measures and the schedule of classes.
• Assist with identifying and onboarding associated faculty as needed.
• Be actively involved in student recruitment and orientation.
• Mentor undergraduate dairy students.
• Coordinate and supervise the dairy judging team.
• Work collaboratively with university and Ohio State ATI faculty and staff, and/or OSU extension, government agencies, non-government organizations, and/or community groups to advance the land grant mission of the college and university.
• Serve the Institute, College, University, and professional communities through committee work, service, leadership, and other appropriate responsibilities and activities.
• Participate in professional development activities related to their discipline and the scholarship of teaching.

Position Description
The individual will teach courses in animal sciences with an emphasis on dairy cattle related classes, for example: dairy genetics and live animal evaluation: lactation, milking management, and milk quality; reproduction, and reproduction processes; animal health, immunity, disease control and treatment, and herd management; dairy facilities, equipment, and environment; nutrition and feeding management; and herd production records.

The ability to teach or assist with dairy business management and milk marketing and other general animal sciences courses including other species (beef, horse, small ruminants, swine, companion animals) specific courses is highly desirable depending upon instructional needs and the individuals background, experience, and interest. Excellence in teaching and highly developed communication skills is expected.

The individual will provide leadership to academic programs as assigned, assist in course and curriculum development related to dairy and animal science academic programs; attend academic program-related, division, and institute meetings; participate in professional development programs related to the dairy and animal science disciplines and the scholarship of teaching; serve on committees as needed; and develops and/or enhances strong working relationships with the dairy and animal industries.

The individual will serve as an academic advisor for animal science students, an advisor to student organizations, and assist with student recruitment activities.

The hire is expected to participate in professional development programs related to the dairy/animal science disciplines; provide program leadership; serve on committees as needed; and attend academic program-related, division, and institute meetings. Assist with academic advising, student organization advising, and recruitment activities.

Professional practice faculty (regardless of rank) - persons with the titles of professor, associate professor, assistant professor of practice and instructor who serve on appointments totaling 50% or more service to the university and who are eligible for reappointment and promotion. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty members tenure initiation unit (TIU) and, as appropriate, regional campus; obligations may include research, service and/or teaching or clinical practice. These faculty will have earned doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study or possession of equivalent experience.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required Education
MS with a major in dairy science, animal sciences, or a closely related discipline.

Desired Education
PhD in dairy science, animal sciences, or a closely related discipline.

Required Experience
Prior classroom teaching experience in undergraduate dairy or animal science education.

Desired Experience
Five years of work experience (employment) in dairy and/or animal related industries is desired.

How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. https://hr.osu.edu/careers/ Requisition # R140102

A complete application consists of:

• a cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• teaching statements (no more than two pages)
• a list of three references combined into a single PDF

Initial consideration will be given to applications received by January 15, 2026. Review of applications will continue until the position has been filled.

We welcome informal inquiries, which can be made by contacting the Search Committee Co-Chairs, Mike Amstutz at amstutz.1@osu.edu or Karen Wimbush at wimbush.4@osu.edu. Individuals with questions about fit for the position are encouraged to contact the search committee chair. All inquiries and applications will be kept confidential.