Full-Time, Tenure-Track Faculty in Equine Studies

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POSITION: Full-time, tenure-track position beginning Fall 2024

SHAW SCHOOL OF SCIENCES INFORMATION: Asbury University announces a tenure-track faculty position in Equine Studies in the Department of Science & Health to begin in August, 2024. The Department of Science & Health includes programs in biology, chemistry, exercise science, and equine studies/science. Many Asbury science students go on to graduate programs or professional school. Students receive personal attention in both introductory and upper division classes. The curriculum includes majors in Equine Studies, Equine Assisted Services and Equine Science. Asbury University recently completed construction of the 29,000-square-foot Henry and Elsie Bayless Arena, a new facility that includes 26 stalls and a Western riding arena on Asbury’s 343-acre Equine property. All of our students participate in an internship, some at Asbury and others at equine centers around central Kentucky.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach various undergraduate courses and laboratories. These may include courses such as introduction to equine studies, equine health & first aid, conformation, farm management, and equine program administration, along with other courses as needed .  Other responsibilities include advising students and mentoring undergraduate scholarship.  Participate in campus, university, and community service activities and professional organizations.

ACADEMIC RANK:  Appointment at the Assistant Professor level is anticipated.  Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

QUALIFICATIONS: A masters or doctoral degree in Equine Studies or a closely related field required. Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered Christian environment is required. Prior college-level teaching experience in both classroom and equine farm environments preferred.

INSTITUTIONAL COMMITMENT: Asbury University is an independent, Christian, liberal arts university in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition and requires a Standard of Conduct for employees. Candidates must agree, support and adhere to University policies and procedures – including the Faculty Manual, Community Standards Guidelines and Human Sexuality Statement. Asbury University does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, or handicap in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.  A committed and dynamic Christian faith is vital along with the ability to support the University’s Wesleyan Holiness theological position, lifestyle standards and mission.

COMPENSATION: Compensation is competitive and dependent upon education and experience. Benefits include retirement (TIAA/CREF) and insurance plans.

INQUIRY PROCESS: Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Vins Sutlive, Dean of Shaw School of Sciences, Asbury University vins.sutlive@asbury.edu

Interested candidates should email a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy to human.resources@asbury.edu or mail to:

Asbury University
Human Resources
1 Macklem Drive
Wilmore, KY 40390

Department:  School of Science, Health & Mathematics
Job Type:  Faculty
Status:  Exempt
Deadline:  Until Filled