Instructor Pool - 2026/2027: Animal and Rangeland Sciences

Important Notifications

Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

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Department: Animal and Rangeland Sciences

• Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications will be considered throughout the 2026/2027 academic year.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• A resume/CV; and
• A cover letter please address how you meet each of the required and preferred qualifications for this position.
• Please also upload a Statement of Teaching
• Please attach a list all courses you have the experience to teach and the education/experience you have for that course.

Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

The salary range listed reflects the full-time salary range and will be commensurate with the candidate's skills, education, and experience.

For additional information please contact: Carol Lorenzen

Job Summary

The Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track full/part-time Instructors to teach on a term-by-term basis for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Some of these appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis at the discretion of the Department Head.

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available.

Instructors may be needed to develop and/or teach courses in several areas. These areas include animal behavior, animal learning and companion animal management, as well as growth biology, genetics, nutrition, equestrian courses, colt training, animal products and uses, animal welfare and ethics, meat science, reproductive physiology and production systems in the species of dairy and beef cattle, horses, poultry, sheep, and swine, rangeland analysis, riparian ecology, invasive plant management, as well as more specialized course in range science.

The College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. Positions with primary responsibility for extension and outreach are likewise committed to learner success through programming appropriate for diverse audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach courses (classes will vary on a term-by-term basis, see list of classes)
• Teach course in class, via zoom or on eCampus 1-5 days a week, depending on the course
• Schedule/Organize Lab courses as appropriate
• Schedule/Organize field trips, as appropriate
• Grade all assignments and homework for course
• Work with Head Advisor to collect required course documentation for accreditation.
• Depending on the course being taught, a Criminal History Check and/or Motor Vehicle History Check may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Animal Science or related discipline, or Master's degree in Rangeland Ecology and Management, or closely related field as appropriate to the teaching instructional task for all courses.

Additional information

This position may require driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

Preferred Qualification s

• Ph.D. in Animal Science, Rangeland Ecology and Management, or closely related field depending on the coursework being taught.
• Candidate with experience designing and teaching online and remote courses in animal behavior and/or animal learning/training strongly preferred.
• CAAB (Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist) certification or equivalent for animal behavior/animal learning related courses.
• Record of/commitment to work with underrepresented/underserved students or other audiences.
• Education, training, or life experience, that broadens capacity to equalize student success or impact underserved audiences.
• Experience teaching at the college level.

Working Conditions/Schedule

Depending on course(s) taught, teaching may involve working at remote locations under a variety of weather conditions ranging from hot/dry to cold/wet, and in potentially steep, rugged, difficult terrain; activities may involve working with small and large animals (including cattle and horses) and working outdoors. Teaching activities may include evening and weekend hours.

Salary Range

Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Anticipated Start Date: 2026-12-16

Anticipated End Date: 2027-06-15

When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

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We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.

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