Business Title: Lecturer - Applied Animal Behavior
Additional Titles:
Location: WSU PULLMAN CAMPUS
Employee Type: Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)
Job Family: Faculty - Academic - OT Eligible
Position Details:
Summary of Duties:
The Animal Sciences Department in the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) is accepting applications for a temporary part-time instructor for Spring Semesters beginning in 2023. The position is responsible for all aspects of instruction of Anim_Sci 485; a three-credit undergraduate course in Applied Animal Behavior focusing on livestock species, that is also designated a 'writing the major' (M) course. The instructor will develop the syllabus and curriculum, deliver all lectures, create grading rubric and graded assignments, grade material including mandatory writing components, manage and assign grades and ensure that course objectives and learning outcomes are attained. The preferred candidate will hold an earned PhD in livestock ethology or Animal Sciences/Biology with demonstrable knowledge and training in behavior, have teaching experience, and be energetic and effective in the classroom. The appointment may be renewed each spring semester based on need, performance and availability of funds.
Required Qualifications:
Earned degree in related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Earned PhD in livestock ethology or Animal Sciences/Biology
Demonstrable knowledge and training in behavior
Higher Education Teaching Experience
Additional Information:
Area/College:
College of Agriculture, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)
Department Name:
Animal Sciences
City, State, Zip:
Pullman, WA, 99163
Department Link:
ansci.wsu.edu
Annual Salary:
$24,960 - $365,400
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf. Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.
FTE:
22% +/- depending on number of Lab Sections
Tenure Track:
No
This is a Temporary position.
Temporary End Date:
This is a temporary position expected to end on May 15, 2023. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Screening Begin Date:
This position has been re-posted as Open until Filled. The screening of applicants will begin immediately and remain on-going until a successful finalist has been identified.
Background Check:
This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for at least three (3) professional references in the application.
Required Documents:
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
Time Type: Part time
Position Term: 4.5 to <=6 Month
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