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Job Title

Assistant Professor of Beef Production Systems

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Department of Animal Science & Veterinary Technology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Job Description

Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK), a Member of The Texas A&M University System, invites applications for a highly energetic tenure-track Assistant Professor in Beef Production Systems. This position is a nine-month Department of Animal Science and Veterinary Technology (ASVT) appointment, with 25% research and 75% teaching responsibilities (nine credit hours each spring and fall semester). The successful candidate is expected to develop a nationally recognized, externally funded, multidisciplinary research program in beef cattle production systems. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain close-working relationships with food-animal industry stakeholders. Academically, the faculty member will mentor graduate students, teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to their area of expertise. A competitive negotiable salary and benefit package commensurate with the candidate’s level of expertise will be offered. Availability for employment by the 2025 Fall semester is expected.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in Animal Science or a closely related field from an accredited university with extensive beef cattle systems production and management experience. Evidence of successful teaching and applied beef cattle research experience is preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential; candidates should have evidence of scholarly achievement in teaching and research. Other requirements include a commitment to high standards of academic professionalism and a positive attitude for teamwork.

The Department

The ASVT at TAMUK is an integral part of the Dick and Mary Lewis Kleberg College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. In addition to awarding a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science, with degree emphases in General Animal Science, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, and Animal-Wildlife Veterinary Technology, and a Master of Science degree in Animal Science, ASVT is home to the only four-year accredited Veterinary Technology program in Texas and the renowned King Ranch® Institute for Ranch Management. The Department of ASVT is the largest academic department on the picturesque campus of Texas A&M University-Kingsville, with 13 faculty, 27 graduate and over 500 undergraduate students. The 650-acre Texas A&M University-Kingsville Farm houses beef cows, meat goats, and hair-sheep, and provides students with hands-on training in basic food animal production management ASVT faculty value innovative teaching, experiential learning, and encourages collaborative endeavors. Additional information about Texas A&M University-Kingsville can be accessed at www.tamuk.edu, the Dick and Mary Lewis Kleberg College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at www.tamuk.edu/agriculture/index.html, and webpages for the Department of ASVT (www.tamuk.edu/agriculture/departments/asvt/index.html and the King Ranch® Institute for Ranch Management (https://krirm.tamuk.edu/).

Application Instructions

Interested applicants must submit an application packet containing :

+ A letter of application stating interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials outlined in the Job Description;

+ A single page teaching philosophy;

+ A single page research statement outlining their research interests;

+ Resume or curriculum vitae (CV);

+ Copies of transcripts; and

+ Names and contact information of three references

All application materials should be submitted electronically via Workday ( www.tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TAMUK_External ) to ensure full consideration. Review of applications will begin on May 15, 2025 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. A background check is required prior to employment for this position. In addition, the selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript(s) from each degree granting institution before an offer can be made. Degrees earned from institutions outside of the United States are required to be evaluated and certified for equivalency to a Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree, and other higher education degrees.

Questions can be addressed to:

Dr. Randy Stanko , Chair

Search Committee

111 Kleberg Agriculture Building

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Kingsville, Texas 78363-8202

Phone: (361) 593- 2124

Email: [email protected]

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.