Assistant Teaching Professor (Lecturer) in Fisheries, Animal and Veterinary Sciences

Job Title Assistant Teaching Professor (Lecturer) in Fisheries, Animal and Veterinary Sciences

Job Description Summary, Duties and Responsibilities, Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications

The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by May 12, 2025. Applications received after May 12, 2025 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.

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Appointment effective time is 2025/2026 academic year.

The Department of Fisheries, Animal & Veterinary Sciences at the University of Rhode Island invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor (Lecturer) position starting in Fall 2025. This position is a one-year, renewable, 9-month (1.0 FTE) appointment with expectations for teaching, advising, and service. The position is responsible for undergraduate courses in the general areas of animal health/physiology, management and/or welfare. The successful candidate will teach existing courses that currently support the Animal and Veterinary Sciences major but will also have the opportunity to develop and offer new courses in their area of expertise that complement the existing curriculum.

Through teaching, research, and service, the Department of Fisheries, Animal and Veterinary Sciences strives to strengthen the ability of our students, faculty, and stakeholders to meet current and future local, national, and global challenges and opportunities. The approximately 350 undergraduate majors and minors in the Animal and Veterinary Sciences (AVS) program follow either a general animal science path (with interests in zoo, exotic, and companion animals; laboratory animals; or agricultural livestock) or a pre-veterinary/pre-professional path. We are specifically seeking a colleague who will demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching and advising and collaborate with other faculty to that end. Furthermore, we seek a colleague who shares our commitment to mentoring and supporting students and staff from diverse backgrounds and to developing more inclusive and equitable academic practices.

This is a full-time, non-tenure track, 9-month academic appointment that is 100% teaching, and consists of a typical workload of 12 credits per semester (i.e., 3-4 courses per semester). NOTE: This position has no research component as part of the workload.

BASIC FUNCTION:

The duties of the Animal Science Assistant Teaching Professor (teaching with no research component)) will include teaching undergraduate courses in the general areas of animal health, management and welfare. Specific courses include, but are not limited to animal nutrition, animal diseases, animal anatomy laboratory and animal management or welfare courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Typical enrollment for these courses is 40-100 students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

In addition to the above teaching duties, the Assistant Teaching Professor will assist in course management and the development of pedagogies to enhance student learning and retention. This may include curriculum revision or development, experiential learning opportunities and supervision of undergraduate and graduate teaching assistants.

Additional responsibilities include advising/mentoring undergraduate students, assisting with supervision of student clubs and organizations, and participating in other activities (e.g. student recruitment) supportive of the Department of Fisheries, Animal & Veterinary Sciences and the College of the Environment and Life Sciences.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

1. Master of Science degree in Animal Science or closely related area; OR an earned PhD or are within eight months of completion of a PhD in Animal Science or closely related area; OR a veterinary degree (DVM or VMD).

2. Demonstrated teaching experience and responsibilities at the college or university

level as an instructor, lecturer, or teaching assistant in animal science or closely related area.

3. Demonstrated content expertise in animal nutrition, health/physiology, management

and/or welfare.

4. Demonstrated skills in interactive teaching including hands-on demonstrations and active learning.

5. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups of students and faculty.

6. Demonstrated ability to function independently and collaboratively in a complex academic environment.

7. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communications.

PREFERRED:

1. Earned PhD in Animal Science or closely related area; OR a veterinary degree (DVM or VMD).

2. At least two years of experience with independent teaching of one or more undergraduate course(s) in animal science at a college or university.

3. Expertise in animal nutrition, animal diseases, and animal anatomy as demonstrated by teaching or research experience.

4. Experience using on-line teaching tools and learning management systems at the college level.

5. Experience with curriculum development and learning outcomes assessment.

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The University of Rhode Island is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University of Rhode Island to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability.

Union AAUP – American Assoc of Univ Professors

Status Academic Year, Full-time, Non-tenure-track, Limited

End Date of Restriction or Limitation

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Position is full-time academic year, non-tenure-track, limited to 06/27/2026

with anticipated renewal.

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Department Fisheries,Animal&VeterinarySci

Contact(s)

Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)

Contact Email

Campus Location Kingston

Grant Funded No

Extension Contingent on Funding Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach the following 4 (PDF) documents to your online Faculty Employment Application:

(#1) Cover letter addressing the qualifications for the position. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their teaching, advising, and service. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter, information about how they will further this goal (all as one complete pdf document).

(#2) Curriculum vitae.

(#3) Statement of Teaching Philosophy – One page description of teaching philosophy and a brief description of courses taught and role/responsibility in the course (as one complete pdf document).

(#4) Other Document – References – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).

Position Number 109223

Posting Number F00469

Posting Date 04/24/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15047

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