Teaching Instructor - 2 positions

The Department of Animal and Food Sciences at Oklahoma State University is seeking applicants for two 11-month non-tenure-track position (100% Teaching) in undergraduate teaching and academic advising at the rank of Teaching Instructor.

Position Description
These 11-month, non-tenure track Teaching Instructor positions are for three years, renewable each year based on satisfactory performance and funding. Typically, an 11-month appointment period is an academic year: July 1 – May 31. The 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 will include teaching the Animal and Food Science Professional Development course and based upon departmental need, will also be expected to teach one existing course per semester. Advising responsibilities will focus on students majoring in animal science with a pre-veterinary/pre-medical degree option. Advising other animal science and food sciences majors may be part of the advising load as needed.

Qualifications
A Master’s degree in Animal Science, Food Science, or a closely related field is required. Applicants must be committed to both teaching and advising excellence. Preference will be given to individuals with excellent written and oral communication 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.

Employment Conditions
Review of applications will begin April 17, 2023. For full consideration, submit all materials by April 17, 2023. Review of applications will continue until suitable candidates are identified. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with education, training, and experience. Retirement and long-term disability, medical, dental and life insurance programs are available to the employee. These positions are to be filled as soon as suitable candidates are identified.

About the Department
The Department of Animal and Food Sciences has over 1100 undergraduate students, 65 M.S. and Ph.D. students, and 28 faculty. The department is home to nine undergraduate student organizations and seven competitive undergraduate judging teams. The department operates nine farm and ranch units with high quality livestock that encompass over 12,000 acres. For more information about the department, go to: http://www.afs.okstate.edu/

Application
To apply, candidates should submit: (a) a letter of application describing how their academic preparation and experience qualify them for this position; (b) curriculum vitae; (c) official academic transcripts from their degree granting institutions, (d) statement of teaching and advising philosophy, and (e) names and contact information of three professional references. Questions can be directed to Dr. Jerry Fitch (jerry.fitch@okstate.edu). Formal applications must be submitted electronically to https://jobs.okstate.edu by searching for requisition 13362.
To learn more about OSU Agriculture and Stillwater, visit these websites:

• https://agriculture.okstate.edu
• https://agresearch.okstate.edu
• https://extension.okstate.edu
• https://www.okstate.edu
• https://www.visitstillwater.org
• https://www.stillwaterchamber.org

Equal Employment Opportunity
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and
state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit https:///eeo.okstate.edu.