INSTRUCTOR OF WESTERN RIDING and EQUINE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

The University of Findlay invites applications for the full-time position of Equestrian Department Instructor of Western Riding and Equine Business Management, to begin August 2021. Candidates will be expected to teach courses both in the western riding program and in the Equine Business Management (EQBM) program. Responsibilities may include: instructing first-year western equestrian students, teaching required and elective EQBM courses, academic advising, assisting with the summer youth school, assisting admissions counselors in recruiting prospective students, providing career guidance for students, and working successfully with other Equestrian department faculty and staff for the good of the University. Candidates will also be expected to work with department colleagues in maintaining a viable horse herd for use within the program.

The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to experiential, student-centered education as well as professional performance. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required, and a Master’s degree is preferred. Salary is commensurate with qualification and educational credentials.

The University of Findlay’s distinctive and renowned programs include animal science, equestrian studies, pre-veterinary medicine, nuclear medicine technology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, and physician assistant, as well as environmental, safety and occupational health management. For more information about the University of Findlay, visit https://www.findlay.edu/about-uf/.

 The City of Findlay, just south of Toledo and located approximately 1.5 hours from Columbus, Dayton and Detroit, has been designated a "dreamtown" by Demographics Daily, repeatedly named one of the top 20 micropolitan areas (small towns) in the United States by Site Selection magazine and is the only municipality in Ohio to be selected three times as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People by America's Promise.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The UF Employment Application may be found on the website at: https://www.findlay.edu/offices/business-affairs/human-resources/Open-Positions. For optimal consideration for this exciting opportunity, attach a cover letter; current Curriculum Vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; the contact information for three professional references; and a complete Faculty Application. The University of Findlay is an equal opportunity employer and educator. For more information on the University of Findlay, visit http://www.findlay.edu.

For more information on the University of Findlay, visit http://www.findlay.edu.

The University of Findlay is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.  It is the university’s policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex (including gender identity/expression), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.