General Function: Instructor NT is a non-tenure track position with responsibilities to teach full-time and to provide appropriate service. The Instructor NT may participate in research or creative activities. This non-tenure track position begins on June 1, 2023.
Position Description: Full-time, twelve-month Instructor position in the Animal Science Department at Missouri State University. Salary will be based upon qualifications and experience, and a competitive fringe benefits package is offered.
Description of Responsibilities: Teach introductory animal science courses and associated laboratories. Potential course assignments may include but not limited to introductory level courses in Animal Science, including Companion Animal, Equine, or Poultry Science. Successful candidate will supervise and evaluate assistants and develop schedules in consultation with the Animal Science Department Head. Candidate may be required to assist with research projects in the summer and other duties as assigned by the Department Head. Additional duties include student advising; advise extra-curricular student activities; recruitment and assist with public and media relations efforts. Successful candidate will be expected to interact with potential employers in the development and supervision of student internships and employment opportunities. Livestock or equine herd management duties may be assigned. For more information about the Animal Science Department visit our departmental website https://ag.missouristate.edu/AS/default.htm.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications: An earned terminal degree or the degree required for teaching in certain disciplines is required. Potential or demonstrated teaching ability is required. A willingness to serve the academic unit, college, and the university is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Additional Requirements: A master’s degree with emphasis in Animal Science or in a related field relevant to the position. A strong livestock background with experience in daily management of livestock operations. Ability to teach a wide range of animal science courses; strong interpersonal, leadership, communication and motivational skills.
Employment will require a criminal background check at university expense.
Review of Applications will begin May 10, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. Missouri State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/minority/female/veterans/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity employer and institution. We encourage applications from all interested minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and sexual orientation/gender identity.
Applicants must apply online with all required materials that include cover letter, curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts.
Missouri State University is a public university located in Springfield Missouri. The William H. Darr College of Agriculture includes three departments, Agribusiness, Education, and Communication; Animal Science, and Environmental Plant Science and Natural Resources. The college also supports 8 different teaching and research facilities, over 40 faculty and staff, and over 700 students.
Membership is open to individuals, organizations, or firms interested in research and application, instruction, or extension in animal science
or associated with the production, processing, marketing, or distribution of livestock and livestock products.
