Animal Science Dairy Assistant/Associate Professor

California State University, Fresno
Jordan College of Agricultural Science & Technology
Department of Animal Science and Agricultural Education
http://jcast.fresnostate.edu/

Animal Science-- Dairy
Assistant/Associate Professor
Tenure Track
Fall 2025 (August 2025)
Position Summary:
The Department of Animal Sciences and Agricultural Education in the Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology at California State University, Fresno seeks applicants for a tenure-track 12-month position as an Assistant/Associate Professor in Animal Science (Dairy). This tenure-track position carries responsibilities in the areas of teaching undergraduate/graduate courses (lower division animal/dairy science courses, upper-division core animal/dairy science courses, graduate courses), scholarship (research in field of interest, grants, etc.), and service (student advising, committee work, etc.). Specifically, development of an active applied research program; serving as an advisor to student organizations (i.e. Dairy Science); advising undergraduate students; participate collaboratively with other faculty at the University Agricultural Laboratory; participate in outreach conferences, activities and programs within the Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences & Technology relative to attracting and retaining undergraduates and graduate students; serve on appropriate College and University committees; and to be an active member in professional organizations and associations. The successful candidate will participate in department, college, and university events, and serve on department, college and/or university committees. Undergraduate and graduate advising is considered an integral component of the position. The successful candidate will provide faculty supervision and management oversight at the university dairy. Additionally, the candidate will coordinate/coach at least one of the following: Intercollegiate Dairy Judging Team, Dairy Challenge Team, and/or Dairy Cattle Show Team based on interest and expertise. Management of the annual FFA Dairy Judging Contest and service on department, college and/or university committees is expected.
Our Students: California State University, Fresno is committed to serving our students with a focus on inclusion. Fresno State has been recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI); and has been designated to the Community Engagement Classification by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. The university has had a strong history of service and preparation of educators since the institution's founding as a Normal School in 1911
Qualifications:
Required Education(from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.):
An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in Animal Science, Dairy Science or other closely-related discipline from an accredited institution (or equivalent) is required
Applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered; however, for appointment, the doctorate must be completed by August 1, 2025
Required Experience:
Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate dairy, and/or animal science courses (teaching experience as a graduate assistant is acceptable);
Experience with commercial dairy operations including production, cow comfort, herd health, reproduction, nutrition and/or waste management;
Expressed interest in effective undergraduate teaching and willingness to teach graduate courses;
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
Demonstrated knowledge/experience to conduct applied research and pursue extramural funding; and
Ability to demonstrate a commitment to working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrate the ability to interact with students, colleagues, producer groups, industry stakeholders, government agencies, allied industries, media and the general public;
Possess experience with the management of dairy operations including production, herd health, financial budgeting and marketing;
Documented record of applied research, publications, and seeking and/or securing extramural funding; and
Have experience advising undergraduate and/or graduate students, as well as student organizations.
Application Procedures:
Review of applications will begin January 17, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled
Note: All positions at Fresno State are subject to funding availability.
To ensure full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by the full consideration date of January 17, 2025
Apply online at: http://careers.csufresno.edu
Attach the following:
A cover letter specifically addressing required experience and preferred qualifications;
curriculum vitae,
teaching philosophy,
diversity statement (e.g., a statement addressing commitment to working with diverse faculty, staff, students, and communities and how your teaching will be responsive to diverse populations and
list of four professional references (names and contact information).

Candidates invited for an on-campus visit must submit by mail/e-mail within the designated deadline. The Search Chair will send information and requests for these items:
Three current letters of recommendation (dated within 3 months of full consideration date.)
Official transcript, and
Applied research statement.
Committee Information:
Search Chair: Dr. Amanda McKeith,
Search Committee Chair;
California State University, Fresno;
Department of Animal Sciences and Agricultural Education;
Jordan College of Agricultural Science & Technology
Email: ******
Phone: 559.278.4331
About Fresno State
California State University, Fresno is an engaged university. We focus on broadening students' intellectual horizons, fostering lifelong learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow, promoting community involvement, and instilling an appreciation of world cultures. We nurture cultural competence by celebrating the rich diversity of the campus community and welcoming the participation of all. Members of the University community work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Fresno State is committed and dedicated to creating a university known for its integrity, civility, equity, respect, and ethical behavior.
The campus is ranked 4thin the nation by The Wall Street Journal.College Pulse Best Collegein the U.S on Social Mobility ; 22nd in the nation by Washington Monthly; ranked U.S. News & World Reportin graduation rate performance for public institutions; and, received a 4.5 start rating on a 5-star scale onMoney's 2024 Best Colleges. Fresno State is one of 25 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the firstCarnegie Leadership for Public Purpose classification . The campus is classified as an R2 "Doctoral Universities – High research activities" university per theCarnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education
Tenure-Track Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure through the University's Probationary Plan Process. For additional information, please visit: www.fresnostate.edu/academics/facultyaffairs/procedures/facultyrtp/ . We value our commitment to the success of our faculty by providing services from the Center for Faculty Excellence to Research and Sponsored Programs.
Commensurate with education and experience the anticipated hiring range is $8,510-$8,855 per month for Assistant Professor (12 monthly payments per year). As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package see the CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details about the CSU's excellent benefits package.
Overview:
The Department of Animal Sciences and Agricultural Education offers options in agricultural communications, teacher preparation, basic animal science (pre-professional), pre-veterinary medicine, livestock business management, dairy science, equine science, and meat technology. Courses integrate animal evaluation, behavior, disease, environment management, genetics, health, marketing, muscle biology, nutrition, physiology, production, and reproduction. Instruction in the animal science disciplines is enhanced through practical application at the various farm laboratory units. The facilities include the Beef, Dairy, Poultry, Meat Lab, Quarter Horse, Sheep, and Swine units which are maintained to support this academic endeavor. The department is proud of the university farm laboratory facility so close to the main campus. The department has many activities that students can participate in from competitive teams to clubs.
The San Joaquin Valley has been the world's top agricultural producer since the 1940s, with over 220 commercial crops grown throughout the six counties. California is the nation's leading dairy state, producing 20% of all the milk consumed in the nation. Fresno and neighboring Tulare counties are the nation's top producing dairy counties, with milk value in excess of $2B annually. California has about 1 million beef cows and ranks in the top 10 states in the U.S. for cattle in feedlots. In addition, California ranks second in the nation in horse numbers with about 500,000 horses
General
California State University, Fresno, a forward-looking and diverse institution located in California's central region, is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The university is known for its agriculture, reasonable housing costs, cultural diversity, and proximity to Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The campus of Fresno State sits in the San Joaquin Valley, a land rich in the traditions and representation of Native American peoples and cultures.
Territorial Acknowledgement:
The Fresno State campus sits in the midst of the San Joaquin Valley, a valley rich in the traditions and representation of Native American peoples and cultures. We are grateful to be in the traditional homelands of the Yokuts and Mono peoples, whose diverse tribal communities share stewardship over this land.
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Out of State Employment
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