Instructor or Assistant Professor in Equine Science - Tenure Track - SUNY Morrisville

Location: Morrisville

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Instructor or Assistant Professor in Equine Science (Breeding or Rehabilitation)- Tenure Track Faculty Budget

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Instructor or Assistant Professor - Tenure Track Faculty Unit: 08-UUP; view our generous state benefits package here! https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-a
- Professional Rank and Salary Range: $55,000 - 65,000, DOE Duration: 10-month Academic Year Faculty Position Brief Description of Duties: SUNY Morrisville is seeking applicants for a 10-month tenure track faculty position with responsibilities of teaching courses in the Equine Science Program offered in the Equine Science and Management Associate of Applied Science Degree and Equine Science Bachelor of Technology Degree.

Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Curriculum & Classroom Instruction
* Faculty will contribute significantly to the department's teaching mission by teaching courses in Equine Science with an emphasis in one of two areas with other classes assigned based on faculty interest.
* Equine Reproduction courses area:
Equine Reproduction and Breeding (stallion/broodmare management, foaling), Equine Artificial Insemination, Animal Genetics-Equine, Young Stock Handling and Management, and Promotion and Sales.
* OR *

Equine Rehabilitation / Exercise Science courses are:
Advanced Anatomy and Physiology (with emphasis on responses to exercise/training), Aquatics Therapies (utilizing underwater treadmill, cold-saltwater spa, and swimming for rehab or cross-training) and Therapeutic Modalities (PEMF, therapeutic ultrasound, laser therapy, proprioception, etc).
* Other courses assigned based on faculty interest could be Stable Management, Fitting and Marketing, or Equine Judging.
* Experiential Learning:
Heavy emphasis on "hands-on" labs, working closely with Instructional Support Assistants (ISAs) to ensure students aren't just reading about horses, but actually handling and working with them. Address emerging and traditional topics in equine science/management and demonstrate the ability to relate those topics to students and stakeholders.
* Program Development:
Team-based collaboration with Equine Science department faculty/staff to support the course development and program evaluation for industry relevance, entrepreneurial mindset to keep the curriculum "industry-ready." 2. Herd & Operations Management
* Animal Oversight:
Assist with management of health and daily care of both college-owned and client-owned horses.
* Administrative Responsibilities:
Budgeting, recordkeeping, and managing sales/procurement.
* Industry Liaison:
Building relationships with regional equine professionals to bring in new program clients, animals and secure internships.
3. Student Mentorship & Service
* Student Support:
Academic advising, career counseling, recruitment, and potential supervision of student clubs.
* Internship Coordination:
Bridge between classroom and industry with internship program. Outreach opportunities may include the dedicated efforts of supporting equine program stakeholders.
* University Service:
Collegial contributions to academic community though service at departmental, college, and/or university levels will be expected. Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications Academic-Industry Preparedness:
* Instructor rank - Bachelor's degree in equine or closely related fields is required; with minimum 5 years of industry working experience or currently in pursuit of Master's degree.
* Assistant Professor rank - a Master's degree in equine or closely related fields is required and a higher degree (PhD or DVM) is preferred.
* Prefer experience teaching or working as an instructor, strong interpersonal and communication (both written and oral) skills and an understanding of current equine industry practices. Equine

Experience:

Successful applicant should have experience in some of the following areas - Stallion management, Broodmare & Foal management, Exercise Science and/or Certifications in rehabilitation modalities (e.g. PEMF, Massage, etc.) and willingness to expand the knowledge of students in an all-around…