Assistant Professor - Animal Science

Job Title

Assistant Professor - Animal Science

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents.

• Use the Upload button to add each document.
• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
• All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
• Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help.

Please provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer).
  If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

If you need assistance, please contact us at HR.Hiring@etamu.edu

SUMMARY:

East Texas A&M University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Animal Science to begin September 1, 2026. This is a full-time, 9-month appointment in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR). The successful candidate will address issues of state, regional, national and international relevance in livestock management, with a focused teaching and research emphasis on beef cattle management, small ruminants, and/or equine management. The successful candidate will contribute to the college’s teaching, research, and service missions through impactful externally funded research, effective and comprehensive teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and meaningful service to the department, college, university, profession, and community within a student-ready framework.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research

• Develop a productive and collaborative atmosphere for teaching, research, and outreach in animal science as well as interdisciplinary research and outreach collaborations in animal science.

• Develop and sustain a focused research agenda leading to referred publications and presentations.

• Seek and successfully obtain extramural funding to support research.

• Mentor and engage both graduate and undergraduate students in research, including service on graduate committees.

Teaching

• Teach 4 undergraduate and graduate courses per semester, with potential release time depending on research activity.

• Develop graduate and undergraduate courses in area(s) of expertise.

• Demonstrate commitment to effective, comprehensive, and innovative pedagogy including development and implementation of various online and blended formats.

• Advise students at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Collaborate, communicate, and provide expertise with faculty and staff for both the College of Agricultural Sciences and the university.

Service

• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees and governance.

• Contribute to the professional community through activities such as reviewing, conference participation, and organizational service.

• Engage in outreach or community engagement to advance the mission of the university.

• Mentor students through student organizations and/or competitive teams

• Recruit graduate and undergraduate students in animal science and other CASNR disciplines

• Participate in college-wide events

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Ph.D./terminal degree in Animal Science or closely related academic discipline at the time of appointment. ABD are encouraged to apply.

• Evidence of, or potential for scholarly productivity in research/creative activity.

• Evidence of, or potential for effective teaching or at the university level, including graduate-level instruction.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with faculty, students, and other stakeholders.

• Experience working with undergraduate and graduate students.

• Experience working with farmers, ranchers, state agencies, and industry stakeholders.

• Potential for a nationally recognized research agenda in animal science.

• Demonstrated potential to attract extramural funding.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

· Graduate Assistants

· Student Workers

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.