Campus Title: Assistant Professor, Equine Rehabilitation & Breeding Faculty Veterinarian

Budget Title: Assistant Professor

Unit: UUP

Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000, dependent on qualifications.

Duration: This position follows a 12-month calendar year as this person will take part in the care of animals on site.

 

Brief Description of Duties:

SUNY Morrisville is seeking an Assistant Professor to support our Equine Rehabilitation & Breeding programs. This is a tenure track position in our Associate & Bachelor's Degree Equine Science Program. Learn more about our one-of-a-kind Equine Science Program using the link below and join our team!

https://www.morrisville.edu/explore/programs/equine

The successful candidate will be a collaborative team member of the Equine Science department, eager to support the development of the next generation of Equine Science professionals.

 

Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Curriculum Development & Classroom Instruction

• Primary focus on Equine Rehabilitation and Breeding curriculum. This includes collaboration with the equine department to support the development and improvement of these program areas.
• Work with accounting to develop and maintain program budgeting.
• Hands-on experiential laboratory instruction is a key element in preparing students for industry positions. The successful candidate will work with area Instructional Support Assistants (ISAs) to create a robust, applied experience for their students.
• Other courses taught could include any aspect of the equine industry (both Associate's and Bachelor's level courses) as it relates to the successful candidate's areas of expertise.
• This person may supervise Instructional Support Assistants, and work to coordinate the summer internship program.

Equine Herd Management

• Assisting in daily veterinary care, health, and maintenance of horse herd - both college-owned and client-owned horses (50% of position duties).
• Involvement in establishing relationships with various equine professionals throughout the region and beyond.
• Recordkeeping, client relations, and potential industry contacts for new program animals.

Student Mentorship

• Provide guidance and support to students throughout their educational journey, including recruiting students to join our program, academic advising & retention, career counseling, supervision of student interns, and support student clubs.
• Foster a student-centered approach that emphasizes individual growth and prepares students for the challenges of Equine Science.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience with current equine industry practices.
• Experience with equine rehabilitation and exercise physiology, and certified rehabilitation therapist (or equivalent credential).
• Some experience teaching or working as an instructor.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certificates/credentials (train the trainer training) for various equine rehabilitation modalities (e.g., Aquatics therapy, Treadmills, Magnawave, Equine Chiropractor).
• Breeding experience in Stallion and/or Broodmare management
• Strong interpersonal and communication (both written and oral) skills.

 

SUNY Morrisville is committed to creating a vibrant community enriched by diverse perspectives, talents and experiences, and prohibits discrimination in employment based on gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, physical capability, age, creed, sexual identity, veteran status, and economic means. We encourage applications from candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to the diversity of our college community, especially members of historically under-represented groups. AA/EEO/ADA

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