Lecturer in Livestock Enterprises and Production

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No remote option

Job summary

The University of Kentucky invites applications for a Lecturer in Livestock Enterprises and Production. This 12-month, non-tenure eligible position focuses on high‑quality instruction, student mentoring, and industry engagement to strengthen workforce readiness in Animal Sciences.

The successful candidate will teach core ASC courses, contribute to undergraduate programs, and develop new courses using modern pedagogical approaches.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant science discipline (e.g., animal science, poultry science, dairy science, equine science, veterinary science, or a closely allied field)
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in teaching livestock production courses at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Deliver core instruction in Animal Sciences undergraduate programs, including ASC 250, ASC 399, ASC 408, AFE 100, and new course development.
• Mentor students, support recruitment, and engage with industry partners to enhance workforce readiness.
• Contribute to service activities within the department and college, aligning with land‑grant university priorities.

Skills

Livestock teaching

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s degree in animal/science

Job description

Lecturer in Livestock Enterprises and Production

Job Title Lecturer in Livestock Enterprises and Production

Requisition Number

Requisition Number FE05075

Working Title

Department Name

Department Name 81070:ANIMAL AND FOOD SCIENCES

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Type of Position

Type of Position Faculty

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

Master’s degree in a relevant science discipline (e.g., animal science, poultry science, dairy science, equine science, veterinary science, or a closely allied field)

Required Related Experience

Minimum of 10 years of experience in teaching livestock production courses at the college level.

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A

Job Summary

The Department of Animal and Food Sciences in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment at the University of Kentucky invites applications for the position of lecturer. This is a 12-month, non-tenure eligible lecturer appointment with approximately 75% instruction, 20% academic support and workforce preparedness, and 5% service responsibilities. The successful candidate will employ high-quality, high-impact pedagogical approaches leading to achieve demonstrated outcomes in teaching, professional mentoring, student success initiatives, and allied industry relations. Distribution of effort is reviewed and determined each year. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2027. Internal Employee Being Considered.

Instruction: The successful applicant will contribute to the instruction of core classes in the Animal Sciences ( ASC ) undergraduate program. These courses also support a variety of other academic programs, including degrees in Equine Science and Management, Agricultural Education and Advocacy, Agricultural Ecosystem Sciences, and the Animal Sciences minor. Key teaching assignments may include:

• ASC 250 Livestock Evaluation for Educators (2 credits; Fall)
• ASC 399 Experiential Learning in Animal Sciences (1- 3 credits/variable; Fall, Spring, and Summer)
• ASC 408 Swine Science (3 credits; Fall and/or Spring semester)
• AFE 100 Issues in Agriculture, Food and Environment (3 credits; Spring or Fall)
• Develop ASC 3XX Evaluation of Livestock for Breeding and Marketing (exact course title to be determined; 2-3 credits; Spring or Fall) Note: This new course will include both live animal evaluation and carcass evaluation, thus taking advantage of opportunities provided by the new Meat Lab. It will meet student interests, satisfy needs identified by industry stakeholders, and better prepare students for various roles within the livestock industry.

Support for Academic programs and Development of Workforce Ready Graduates: The successful applicant will serve as a primary career and professional development mentor for Animal Sciences majors (with a focus on students pursuing the animal enterprises and production option), support student recruitment, develop outreach materials, support ASC academic programs, and build relationships within the livestock industry.

Service: As a land-grant university, service to department, college, university, professional society, and/or society at large is expected.

Rank and Salary: The rank of this position is at the Lecturer level. Salary is negotiable and is commensurate with training and experience. Employment at UK is subject to fund availability and comes with many rewards, focusing on total well-being and career development, with leadership striving to provide a strong work-life integration. The university generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. Further information about benefits provided to faculty by the University of Kentucky is posted on the following website https://hr.uky.edu/employment/our-benefits .

THE ENVIRONMENT : The Animal and Food Sciences program is the largest undergraduate program in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (M-G CAFE ). M-G CAFE is fulfilling the land-grant promise of educational excellence, civic leadership, transformational research, and shared knowledge serving the common good. We serve the people of the Commonwealth and across the world through education, outreach, service, and research by finding solutions to improve lives today and create a sustainable future. We integrate teaching, research, and extension in our work. We recruit, retain, and graduate students who are competent, responsible, and workforce ready. For more than 130 years, M-G CAFE has provided research results to the community. From traditional labs and research farms to high-tech diagnostic and research centers, we offer science-based, practical solutions that affect the everyday lives of Kentuckians and people around the world. Our Cooperative Extension programs are engaged in Kentucky’s 120 counties, identifying and addressing needs not only in agriculture and natural resources, but also 4-H and youth development, family and consumer sciences, as well as community & economic development.

The University of Kentucky is a university with approximately 23,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. UK is Kentucky’s flagship university and a land grant institution. We have a university commitment to improve the lives of Kentuckians and beyond and that is why environmental stewardship and sustainability are core parts of our institution’s legacy. We are recognized as a Tree Campus USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, a Gold level Bicycle Friendly University by The League of American Bicyclists , and are recognized as a STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) Silver Rating by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education. The university is geographically near downtown Lexington, which offers the vibrancy of an urban location while being in close proximity to working landscapes and recognized wilderness areas. It is a thriving community of 300,000+ with a strong commitment to quality of life, education, and the arts. Lexington is in the Bluegrass Region, an internationally acclaimed cultural landscape and agricultural region.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Preferred qualifications include demonstrated excellence in delivering innovative undergraduate instruction, the ability to design, deliver, and assess both lecture and laboratory-based courses, experience mentoring undergraduates, and a strong commitment to student recruitment and retention. Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills, strong organizational skills and the ability to work in collaborative, interdisciplinary environments is essential. Experience in curriculum development and academic support is highly desired.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/04/2026

Open Until Filled No

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