Assistant/Associate Professor of Equine Studies-UM Western

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Assistant/Associate Professor of Equine Studies
Department:
Equine Studies
Position:
Full-time (10-month), tenure-track position with complete benefit package
Salary:
Up to $54,000 for Assistant Professor and up to $60,000 for Associate Professor, as per CBA
Union Affiliation:
MFPE
Start Date:
January 1, 2023
Description
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in equine studies and possibly other related areas. Courses may include: Introduction to Equine Studies, Basic Horse Care and Nutrition, Advanced Nutrition, Equine Reproduction, Equine Science I and II, Herd Behavior, Contemporary Issues and Ethics in the Equine Industry, and Equine Facilities Management. The ideal candidate would have a basic understanding of Natural Horsemanship and Equine Behavior. Faculty workload includes teaching, advising, scholarly activities, committee and/or other professional service and supervision of students in practical settings such as internships. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Western recently adopted the following mission statement:
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Qualifications
The successful candidate will hold an earned doctoral degree (PHD) in an Equine Studies discipline, Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Science. They will have demonstrated the ability to work collegially with others and have evidence or potential of scholarly work. Experience teaching at the college level and a background in equine activities is desirable.
The University and Dillon Area
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Montana Western is the only public four-year college in the nation offering
Experience One (X1),
experiential learning delivered on the block schedule. Class sizes are small and students take a single course at a time, three hours each day for 18 days, before moving on to the next course. Each course is four credits and four blocks are offered each semester. The block schedule facilitates field and lab work, undergraduate research, study travel, and interdisciplinary teaching. Montana Western’s faculty strongly believe in mentoring and inspiring students, and assisting them in the transition from university life to professional careers.
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Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment
In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
References
References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant.
Testing
Individual hiring departments at UMW may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.
Employment Eligibility
All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UMW, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).
Application
Review of applications will begin immediately, but will remain open until the position is filled.
A complete application Includes:
Letter of Interest
– addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position.
Detailed Curriculum Vita
– listing education and describing work experience.
Professional References
– names and contact information for three (3) professional references.
Transcripts
– copies of all graduate or professional level transcripts.
Questions regarding this position should be directed to Denise Holland, Ed.D. at ****
. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Job Location
Dillon, Montana, United States

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