Lecturer Equine Science and Management

The Department of Animal Dairy and Veterinary Sciences (ADVS) at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for aLecturer in Equine Science and Management. This is a 9-month academic year (AY) faculty position with an assignment of 95% Teaching (including instruction and applied/clinical responsibilities) and 5% Service in the S.J. and Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (QANR).

Excellence in teaching mentorship and applied instruction is central to the mission of ADVS. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate instruction in areas such as basic horsemanship horse production and management equine evaluation and equine industry practices. Teaching assignments will align with departmental needs and the candidates expertise.

Instruction will occur primarily at the USU Sam Skaggs Family Equine Education Center which includes a heated indoor arena (105 300) outdoor arena (150 300) breeding and foaling facilities stall barns and modern classroom space. The Center maintains a herd of 80 to 100 horses that support instruction in riding reproduction training and equine-assisted services.

In addition to teaching and mentoring students the successful candidate will contribute to the day-to-day function of the teaching program including coordination of horse use and support of facility operations in collaboration with the Equine Center Director. The position includes advising the Western Equestrian Team and requires flexibility for occasional evening weekend and travel commitments.

The equine program is experiencing sustained growth and evolution and this position offers the opportunity to contribute to the continued refinement and future direction of equine teaching and student experiences at USU.

Utah State University prepares graduates for meaningful careers across the equine addition to Logan-based facilities USU Extension operates the Bastian Agricultural Center in Salt Lake County providing additional opportunities for outreach programming and regional events.

Teaching (95%)

• Deliver high-quality instruction in classroom arena barn and other applied settings in areas such as horsemanship horse production equine management and the equine industry.
• Mentor undergraduate students and support their development of technical skills and industry readiness.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement of the equine science and management program.
• Collaborate with faculty staff and program leadership to support safe and effective use of horses in teaching.
• Coordinate with the Equine Center Director on horse care scheduling and facility use to support instructional needs.

Service (5%)

• Participate in service activities at the department college and university levels as well as professional service in relevant veterinary or equine associations.
• Support shared governance student clubs and outreach activities aligned with equine science and management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in animal science equine science equine management or a related field OR equivalent professional experience in the equine industry demonstrating comparable knowledge and competency.
• Demonstrated experience working with horses including riding training and handling a range of temperaments and training levels.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and student mentorship.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings weekends and travel as needed.
• Ability to obtain a valid Utah drivers license.
• Basic proficiency with standard instructional and communication tools (e.g. PowerPoint learning management systems).

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of professional experience in the equine industry.
• Bachelors degree in relevant field.
• Experience teaching in classroom laboratory or applied settings.
• Experience developing or delivering online or hybrid instruction.
• Demonstrated engagement with the equine industry and/or professional organizations (e.g. AQHA NRCHA NCHA NRHA IHSA USEF).
• Experience coaching or advising student teams.

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) Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 1-10

3) 1 to 2-page statement of teaching philosophy and experience in equine science and management to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 1-10

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.

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