Assistant Professor, Animal Health & Welfare

Position Description

Assistant Professor, Animal Health & Welfare – full‑time, 9‑month, tenure‑track position with an expected start date of September 1, 2026. Expected effort allocation is 60% research and 40% teaching.

The appointment is in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences within the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources, Texas Tech University. The role strengthens departmental efforts to integrate animal health, behavior, and welfare, advancing sustainable animal systems and the broader One Health framework.

• Teaching and Mentorship
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to animal health, behavior, and welfare as assigned.
  • Develop and deliver innovative instructional materials and experiential learning opportunities that promote student engagement and skill development.
  • Mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students, supporting their academic, professional, and research goals.
  • Contribute to student recruitment, retention, and career placement activities that strengthen the animal and companion animal science programs.
• Research and Scholarly Activity
  • Develop an independent, externally funded research program in animal health and welfare, emphasizing behavioral and physiological indicators of animal welfare using livestock, companion, or other species as models.
  • Build collaborative research partnerships within TTU and externally to advance research in animal health, behavior, and welfare.
  • Publish research findings in peer‑reviewed journals and present results at scientific and professional meetings.
  • Align research objectives with departmental priorities and the Davis College PRIME initiatives.
• Service and Outreach
  • Provide service to the department, college, and university through committee participation and faculty governance.
  • Engage with stakeholders through outreach programs, workshops, and professional organizations to translate research into practice.
  • Support industry and community partnerships related to animal welfare, detection animal science, and the human‑animal bond.
  • Foster a collegial, inclusive environment that values collaboration, diversity, and student success.

• Education:
  
  Ph.D. in Animal Science or a closely related field, conferred by the first day of employment.
• Teaching
  
  Experience:
  
  Demonstrated experience in teaching or assisting with animal science‑related courses (e.g., animal welfare, behavior, or health). Evidence may include course evaluations, teaching assistantships, or instructor‑of‑record assignments.
• Research Productivity:
  Documented record of research related to animal health and welfare as evidenced by peer‑reviewed publications, presentations, or equivalent scholarly outputs.
• Funding Potential:
  Demonstrated potential to secure extramural funding from federal, industry, or foundation sources.
• Service and Engagement:
  Evidence of or clear potential for meaningful participation in departmental, university, professional, or community service.

• Postdoctoral or equivalent research experience that enhances the candidate's ability to develop a competitive, externally funded research program.
• Evidence of effective interdisciplinary collaboration and/or engagement with industry and stakeholder partners.
• Commitment to inclusive excellence in teaching, research, and outreach.

Please include the following documents in your application:

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Anastasia Stellato (Search Committee Chair) llato.

01/23/2026

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.