36160BR
Veterinary Medicine
Position Description
Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.
Department/College: Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine
Position type: Tenured/tenure-track
Rank: Assistant Professor
Start date: August 2024 (Could be sooner though)
About the University
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.
About the College
The Texas Tech University School (TTU) School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) is seeking to fill a faculty position to provide instructional, scholarship, and outreach/service needs of our exciting, and innovative veterinary education program located in Amarillo, TX. The focus of this position will be pharmacology and therapeutics and will include both research and teaching responsibilities; the distribution of effort will reflect the interests and abilities of the faculty member. The mission of the TTU SVM is to serve the needs of rural and regional communities of Texas.
About the Department/School/Area
Amarillo is a vibrant and growing community in the Texas Panhandle. With a metropolitan statistical area population in excess of 270,000, it offers attractions of a larger city while holding true to its agricultural roots. Amarillo serves as a regional center of services for a large, multi-state area and is home to many agricultural associations such as the Texas Cattle Feeders Association and the American Quarter Horse Association. Amarillo is home to a celebrated and vibrant arts community, outdoor activities, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Denver, Oklahoma City, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Amarillo Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Amarillo community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.
Major/Essential Functions
Organization
Texas Tech University
Faculty Qualifications
DVM (or equivalent) is required, with experience in veterinary medicine.
Preferred Qualifications
Duty Point
TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities
Safety Information
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Sarah Wagner, DVM PhD, Search Committee Chair at s.wagner@ttu.edu.
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Basis
Monthly
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
Travel Required
None
Shift
Day
Grant Funded?
No
Job Group
Assistant Professor
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Salary Grade
800