Adjunct Instructor - ADVS 3000 - Animal Health and Hygiene
Adjunct Instructor - ADVS 3000 - Animal Health and Hygiene
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Job Description
Overview
The Department of Animal Dairy and Veterinary Sciences at Utah State University is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to serve as an adjunct instructor for ADVS 3000 Animal Health and Hygiene during the Fall 2025 semester with the possibility of continuation into the Spring 2026 term. This is a temporary non-benefited position offering the opportunity to engage undergraduate students in a hands-on applied learning environment focused on farm animal health
Course Description:
ADVS 3000 introduces students to the basic principles of disease with an emphasis on common agents mechanisms and preventive measures relevant to farm animals. The course includes asynchronous online lectures and an in-person hands-on lab component.
On-site instruction is required one day per week (Thursdays) at the USU South Farm in Wellsville UT.
Fall semester begins August 25 2025. The applicant should be available by August 11 2025 to begin preparations.
Responsibilities
- Deliver lecture content asynchronously using USUs Canvas learning platform.
- Lead two in-person lab sections (each with approximately 20 students) on Thursdays at the USU South Farm in Wellsville UT.
- Collaborate with an assigned graduate teaching assistant to coordinate labs provide instruction and assist with logistics and grading.
- Maintain course materials respond to student inquiries and evaluate student performance.
- Participate in periodic check-ins with departmental instructional staff as needed.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- A DVM or
- An MS in Animal Science (or related field) with a focus on animal health or
- A BS in Animal Science (or related field) with substantial industry experience in animal health.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior teaching or instructional experience.
Professional Development:
- USU offers instructional design support and training for adjunct faculty in effective use of Canvas and online teaching tools.
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
2. Two professional references with contact information to be entered into the candidate profile
3. Cover Letter - Brief letter of interest to be typed/pasted at the end of the application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.
USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.
The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at or.
*updated 02/2025
Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
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Employment Type
Part-Time
