Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Assistant Professor Job

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in the Department of Animal and Veterinary Sciences. Cal Poly Pomona is one of three polytechnic universities in the 22-campus https://www2.calstate.edu/ system and among 12 such institutions nationwide. Since its founding in 1938, Cal Poly Pomona students participate in an integrative experiential learning education that is inclusive, relevant, and values diverse perspectives and experiences. With a variety of degree programs in the arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, and professional disciplines, the university is well known for its learn- by-doing approach and https://www.cpp.edu/cafe/new-faculty-resources/teacher-scholar.shtml

Teaching: Tenure-track faculty position providing instruction in the Animal & Veterinary Sciences Department, Don B. Huntley College of Agriculture, for undergraduate courses focusing on the Pre-Veterinary Science/Animal Science program and as needed, the Animal Health Science program if the candidate possesses the required expertise. The average teaching load is 12 weighted teaching units (WTUs) per semester. The university provides assigned time during the first two years of the appointment to be used towards development of pedagogy and research/scholarly activities (reduced to 9 WTUs per semester).

Research/Scholarship: Although workload is based primarily on teaching, faculty are expected to seek grant funding to secure assigned time for research/scholarship activities. The new faculty member will conduct research/scholarly activities commensurate with their area of expertise and seek collaborations with other faculty or external organizations.

Service: Committee service to the department, college, and university is expected. The new faculty member will participate in departmental service including curriculum development, student advising, program assessment and development, student recruitment and retention of underrepresented minorities.

Compensation: Salary and rank are commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits are considered competitive when compared to similar institutions in the region. Applicants whose work demonstrates a commitment to diversity in higher education are particularly encouraged to apply.

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Minimum requirements include:

• Doctorate degree in Animal Science, or related field, including PhD or DVM or equivalent. Terminal degree must be earned by the start of the appointment.

• A commitment and a record of contributions to student success through applicant's teaching, scholarship, or service.

• Ability to provide instruction in general Animal Science courses, including but not limited to: Animal Nutrition, Animal Genetics, and Animal Production.

• Ability to engage in scholarly activity such as research and publication, etc. in applicant's area of animal expertise with undergraduate and graduate students.

• Evidence of collaborative work, including willingness to work with and collaborate with research faculty and work in partnership with animal units and centers.

• Demonstrated commitment to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and/or service.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Post-doctoral (or residency) experience and/or prior teaching experience at the university level.

• Preference for specialization in ruminant, swine, and/or poultry nutrition.

• Demonstrated ability to assist with instruction and management of other programs in the department (equine, animal health science, and graduate program).

• Demonstrated success in scholarly activities, e.g., peer-reviewed publications, grant awards, presentations at professional meetings, etc.

• Demonstrated experience in animal industries and professional organizations.

• Demonstrated involvement in work that incorporates a global perspective and a commitment to diversity in higher education.