Associate Professor, Small Ruminant & Meat Sciences

This faculty position provides leadership for developing and implementing a comprehensive and balanced teaching and applied research agenda program in Small Ruminant & Meat Science in the Department of Extension in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences at The Ohio State University with a 25% teaching appointment in the Department of Animal Sciences. Working collaboratively with a team of OSU professionals within OSU Extension as well as with cross-disciplinary department and colleges, the faculty member functions as a consultant with clientele to address statewide issues as expertise is needed; provides unbiased research-based alternatives; evaluates and responds to large scale statewide needs vs. individual requests; and secures resources (grants, contracts, user fees) to focus on these issues. Workforce development will be integrated into programming. For the identified area of expertise, the field specialist determines issues and needs, conducts unbiased applied research, and targets programming and resources across the state, in collaboration with OSU professionals and stakeholders. The faculty member will hold a joint appointment, but may seek courtesy faculty status within appropriate department(s) to maintain an integrated connections across the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences.

Performance Objectives

Plan, teach, and evaluate educational programs including development of relevant curricula; conduct applied research; make creative and scholarly contributions, and contribute in service to the profession and university in the small ruminant production and meat science. Employ innovative educational methods and technology to expand delivery of educational programs and resources to Extension professionals, organizations, farmers, livestock producers and the general public. Serve in a teaching role in the Department of Animal Sciences, focusing on education, including classroom teaching with up to six (6) credits annually based on expertise and department needs. Secure extramural funding that may include grants, contracts, industry supported partnerships, user fees, and cost recovery to support mission critical programming. Document and communicate program impacts to both departments. Conduct applied research; translate and integrate applied research into curriculum and educational programs; publish in clientele media outlets; meet faculty expectations of creative and scholarly work. Collaborate with academic department faculty on research agendas. Advance workforce development by engaging youth and college students in experiential learning, career exploration, and skillabuilding opportunities that prepare the next generation of leaders in animal sciences. Pursue professional developmental opportunities aligned with individual professional development goals and selected subject matter areas. Be an effective team player. Work collaboratively with educators in all program areas (4-H Youth Development, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Community Development, and Family and Consumer Sciences), where interdisciplinary efforts are needed to meet broad issues or carry out major programming efforts. Coordinate Extension, research, and service activities at the state level as an active, engaged member of livestock teams and affiliate member of the Farm Financial Management and Policy Institute. Participate in related teams within Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Required :

• Ph.D. in animal sciences, livestock production, economics, agricultural and/or Extension education, education, or a related field.
• Experience working in a university setting, including experience leading and managing teams.
• Candidate must demonstrate success in working as part of a team and in initiating collaborative partnerships.
• Leadership ability, and strong teaching, and subject matter expertise in animal sciences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a willingness and ability to work closely with diverse groups of academic (e.g., students, staff, faculty) and practitioner audiences.
• Qualifies for the rank of Associate Professor or Professor with tenure in the Department of Extension.

Desired :

• Experience or deep knowledge of the land grant university system.
• Understanding or experience within food, agriculture, or natural resources systems.
• A record of documented experience in producing research related to animal sciences, sheep production, or a closely related field

Tenure faculty (regardless of rank) - persons with the titles of professor, associate professor, assistant professor and instructor who serve on appointments totaling 50% or more service to the university and who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty members tenure initiation unit (TIU) and, as appropriate, regional campus; obligations will include research, service and/or teaching or clinical practice. These faculty will have earned doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study or possession of equivalent experience.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday Application at Application materials must include:

Required:

Cover letter

• Describe your qualifications, areas of expertise, career goals.,
• Alignment with these desired qualifications and preferred qualifications where applicable

Curriculum Vita (CV) Statement of Extension outlining:

• Your philosophy regarding Extension
• Your approaches and experiences in working with diverse audiences
• How Extension can be leveraged toward impact (max two pages)

Statement of Teaching:

• Your philosophy of teaching
• Your experiences relative to classroom and non-formal instruction
• Your approaches to teaching, mentoring and advising (max two pages)

Statement of Research :

• Your philosophy of research
• Your experiences relative to research
• Your approaches to research (max two pages)

Names and contact information of three references

Review of applications will continue until the position has been filled. We welcome informal inquiries, which can be made by contacting Search Committee Chair, Jason Hedrick, at ....

The College and Ohio State University Extension

The College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) anchors its mission in a simple, yet powerful phrase: We Sustain Life . Faculty, staff and students alike contribute to this mission in a variety of ways. Our Strategic Alignment outlines the colleges values. These values, which align with the universitys Shared Values , shape our goals of our Strategic Alignment. We are committed to scholarship across three mission areas (teaching, research, Extension) with a commitment to serving our state in addition to the country and world. As a land grant, we are part of a cooperative structure that includes key partners all dedicated to integrating research, education, and Extension to improve the food and agricultural sectors, the environment, and the quality of peoples lives. We educate not just undergraduate and graduate students but learners across the lifespan. We work to ensure groundbreaking scientific discoveries are brought out of the laboratory and into the hands of those who can put them to work.

CFAES houses 11 departments/schools with over 20 undergraduate majors and 9 graduate programs , including 3 interdisciplinary programs affiliated with multiple Ohio State colleges. We also administer OSU Extension , which provides robust and relevant programming to Ohioans and beyond in the areas of Agriculture and Natural Resources , 4-H Youth Development , Family and Consumer Sciences , and Community Development . We are one college spanning three campuses: Columbus, CFAES Wooster, and Statewide. Our CFAES Wooster campus includes a large research station and Ohio States only two-year academic unit, Ohio State ATI . The Statewide campus includes 11 research stations and Extension offices in all of Ohios 88 counties. Our At a Glance provides additional information regarding our size, capacity, and impact as a college.

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Grounded in Ohio State Universitys Shared Values , our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established central resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available. More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here .

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is a member of the Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia HERC.

Located in Ohios capital city, Ohio States Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here . In addition to its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to CFAES Wooster Campus , which houses Ohio State ATI .

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.