The faculty member will be expected to contribute to the department’s teaching program by developing and contributing to a comprehensive companion animal science curriculum to include topics relevant to companion animal biology, management, and their role in society. This position is expected to teach courses in animal welfare and human/animal interaction as well as develop classes relevant to their expertise and areas of need in the companion animal industries. This could include, but is not limited to, animal-assisted interventions, companion animal nutrition, health and well-being, management, or other relevant companion animal areas of focus. This position is expected to promote career readiness and provide leadership for student job placement within the field. The faculty member is also expected to be involved in advisement of undergraduate students including mentorship of students in extracurricular learning experiences as well as industry work experiences/internships. It is additionally expected that this faculty member will actively pursue opportunities to improve their teaching effectiveness and maintain industry connections for job placement experiential learning opportunities (i.e. internships)

Inquiries about the position should be directed to search committee chair Jillian Bohlen (jfain@uga.edu). Materials to be uploaded include: (a) cover letter, (b) curriculum vita; © a list of 3 references with contact information, (d) a statement of Extension, teaching, and applied research philosophy (as Other Document #1; not to exceed three pages) addressing the candidate’s experience relative to the responsibilities of the position, and (e) a copy of transcripts. Selected applicants will be required to submit to a background investigation demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia and provide official transcripts.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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