Assistant Professor, Small Ruminants — Teaching & Research

Oklahoma-State-University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University invites applications for a tenure-track, 11-month Assistant Professor in small ruminants (sheep and goats) in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences, Stillwater, OK. The role emphasizes teaching and research excellence within a land-grant mission and collaboration across departments.

The candidate will teach courses, mentor students, develop an applied research program with the Sheep and Goat Center, and compete for external funding.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Animal Science or closely related field.
• Experience in production agriculture and U.S. sheep/goat industries.
• Excellent written and oral communication, teamwork, and leadership.
• Commitment to teaching and research with ability to secure external funding.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in animal science aligned with expertise.
• Recruit and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Develop applied research with the Sheep and Goat Center; pursue external grants.
• Foster industry relationships for student internships and careers.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Curriculum development

Student mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in Animal Science or related field

Job description

Oklahoma State University invites applications for a tenure-track, 11-month Assistant Professor in small ruminants (sheep and goats) in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences, Stillwater, OK. The role emphasizes teaching and research excellence within a land-grant mission and collaboration across departments.

The candidate will teach courses, mentor students, develop an applied research program with the Sheep and Goat Center, and compete for external funding.