Job Information
Iowa State University Assistant Teaching Professor in Animal Science - Livestock Judging Coach in Ames, Iowa
Position Title:Assistant Teaching Professor in Animal Science - Livestock Judging Coach
Appointment Type:Faculty
Job Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Animal Science in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa seeks applicants for a 9-month Assistant Teaching Professor with responsibilities including teaching courses, as well as coaching the ISU Intercollegiate Livestock Judging and the Meat Animal Evaluation Team. The position is a 2-year term with the option for renewal and is eligible for advancement of rank. This suc0cessful candidate will be expected to contribute to the department’s on-going emphasis in student development through classroom teaching and participation in high impact practices. Position responsibilities are approximately 80% in teaching and 20% institutional service. It is expected that responsibilities in these areas to be closely supportive of each other. The successful candidate will contribute significantly to the teaching mission of the department through teaching and advising while developing, recruiting and training students to participate in a competitive judging environment. The position will require travel and frequent work during the evening and weekends.
Review of applicants will begin on September 1, 2023, and applications must be received before then for guaranteed consideration. However, the position will remain open until filled.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
M.S. in animal science or related area and experience coaching a livestock judging team.
Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of effective teaching and communication skills
Experience in student advising
Experience working in a team-based, collaborative environment
Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Animal Science at Iowa State University is a recognized leader in its field, both nationally and internationally, with balanced emphasis on research, teaching, and extension. The Department enjoys strong support and interactions with the livestock industries in the State, in particular with the swine industry, which is the largest in the US. Its collegial environment, embedded in a strong livestock industry, makes the Department of Animal Science at Iowa State University an excellent base for faculty interested in pursuing a rewarding and impactful career in the animal sciences.
Iowa State University is a global and culturally diverse university committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment for both learning and employment. We know that diversity in experience and perspective is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and building an inclusive academic community. At Iowa State, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituents. The university has an expectation that all employees will demonstrate a contribution to diversity and inclusion as embodied in Iowa State University's Principles of Community (https://www.diversity.iastate.edu/connect/principles) . We are committed to the retention of new faculty and as such the successful candidate will be provided with a faculty mentor within the home unit, benefit from peer/mutual mentoring opportunities, and have access to university programs such as the External Mentor Program.
Department Unit/Website: https://www.ans.iastate.edu/
Proposed Start Date:September 18, 2023
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:May 31, 2025
Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” at www.iastate.edu and complete the Employment Application.
Applicants must be prepared to submit:
The cover letter of the application should address the required and preferred qualifications and include a vision for the judging program at Iowa State University, and a teaching philosophy. A curriculum vitae along with names and complete contact information for 3-5 references will also need to be provided.
For more information, contact Dr. Jason Ross, Department Chair, at jwross@iastate.edu or 515-294-2160. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans;• Generous leave plans;• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa);• Life insurance and long-term disability;• Flexible Spending Accounts;• Various voluntary benefits and discounts;• Employee Assistance Program;• Wellbeing program.
Original Posting Date: August 18, 2023
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:R12739
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
Iowa State University is a global and culturally diverse university committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment for both learning and employment. We know that diversity in experience and perspective is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and building an inclusive academic community. At Iowa State, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituents. The university has an expectation that all employees will demonstrate a contribution to diversity and inclusion as embodied in Iowa State University's Principles of Community. (https://www.diversity.iastate.edu/connect/principles)
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu .
If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.