The Department of Animal and Food Sciences in Davis College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full time, 9-month, tenure track Assistant Professor position in Equine Science, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2026. The distribution of effort for this appointment is 60% teaching, 35% research, and 5% service.

This position will advance the department’s leadership in equine education, experiential learning, and engagement with the performance horse industry, including oversight of a nationally competitive Intercollegiate Horse Judging Team. The role is strategically aligned to strengthen the integration of teaching, research, and outreach in equine and animal science, supporting workforce readiness and student success across career pathways.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach outcome driven undergraduate and graduate courses in equine evaluation, science, and management. The candidate is also expected to develop an independent, externally funded research program that supports graduate student mentorship and results in peer reviewed publications and other scholarly outputs. Service to the department, college, university, and profession is an expectation of all faculty in Animal and Food Sciences.

As a faculty member in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences, the successful candidate will be expected to:
Teaching and Mentorship

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Equine and Animal Science, with primary responsibility for courses such as Equine Selection and Evaluation, as well as equine science or management classes.
• Provide leadership and coaching for the Texas Tech Horse Judging Team, maintaining a tradition of national competitiveness and student excellence.
• Develop and deliver innovative instructional materials, laboratories, and experiential learning opportunities that enhance student engagement and skill development.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students, fostering professional growth, leadership, and career readiness.
• Contribute to recruitment, retention, and experiential learning initiatives that strengthen TTU’s equine and animal science programs.

Research and Scholarly Activity

• Develop an independent, externally funded research program in equine or animal science, with emphasis in equine nutrition, health, or exercise physiology.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at scientific and professional conferences.
• Collaborate with departmental, college, and university faculty to enhance multidisciplinary research that benefits the equine industry and supports the One Health framework.
• Engage undergraduate and graduate students in research and scholarly activity that enhances experiential learning and industry relevance.

Service and Outreach

• Provide active service to the department, college, and university through committee participation and faculty governance.
• Engage with stakeholders and industry partners through workshops, judging contests, youth events, and outreach activities that advance the visibility and impact of TTU’s equine programs.
• Support extension, outreach, and engagement programs associated with the Texas Tech Equestrian Center and the broader equine community.
• Foster a collegial, inclusive environment that values teamwork, diversity, and student success