Clinical Instructor &ndash Animal Science (Stillwater, OK)

Clinical Instructor &ndash Animal Science

The Department of Animal Science is seeking applicants for two (2) 11-month non-tenure-track positions in undergraduate teaching and academic support at the rank of clinical instructor. This department is nationally known for excellence in teaching and advising activities with undergraduate academic advisement provided by the faculty. Candidates are expected to uphold this reputation as they work to further strengthen the undergraduate academic experience. Teaching responsibilities include co-teaching the Animal Science Experience course and based upon departmental need each individual will also be expected to teach at least one existing course per semester. Advising responsibilities include freshmen and sophomore students majoring in animal science and food science. The individuals will work with the faculty advising coordinator to transition students to other departmental faculty advisors for their junior and senior years. This 11-month clinical instructor position is a renewal term non-tenure track appointment. Typically an 11-month appointment period is an academic year July 1 - May 31. Hours required may include some early mornings evenings and or weekends to meet student needs. Minimum qualifications Master s in Animal Science Food Science or closely related field. Applicants must be committed to both teaching and advising excellence. Preference will be given to individuals with excellent written and oral communications skills excellent interpersonal skills evidence of teaching success with the ability to advise a passion for teaching undergraduate students and the ability to work in teams and assume leadership roles. Apply online at s okstate.csod.com ats careersite JobDetails.aspx id 1864. Application packets should contain the following documents a letter of application which includes a statement of teaching and advising philosophy a current CV that includes background education and experience collegiate transcripts and a list of five (5) professional references with complete contact information. Transcripts may be scanned and attached or mailed to 101 Animal Science Stillwater OK 74078. Screening of applications will begin May 23 2016. Inquiries regarding these positions may be directed to Dr. Deb VanOverbeke Professor Chair Search Committee 405.744.9262 deb.vanoverbeke(at)okstate.edu. For assistance with the on-line application process or to request an accommodation to enable application contact OSU Human Resources 106 Whitehurst Stillwater OK 74078 or call 405-744-7401. Oklahoma State University is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity E-verify employer committed to diversity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age race color religion sex sexual orientation genetic information gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or other protected category. OSU is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans for its openings.