Posting Detail Information Working TitleDirector of Equine Sciences and Wagonhound Land and Livestock Chair Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Posting Number202400433F Proposed Annual Salary Range$180k to $220k on a 12-month basis plus comprehensive benefits package, and competitive startup funds. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Position TypeFaculty Work Hours/Week40 Description of Work Unit The Department of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University supports Colorado’s vast and diverse equine and livestock industries and is responsible for educating approximately 1000 undergraduate and 60 graduate students annually. Programs of study are offered to students majoring in Equine Science and Animal Science. The Equine Science major is supported by nationally recognized teaching, research, and outreach programs and consists of 12 faculty members and roughly 325 undergraduate and graduate students. The CSU main campus sits at the eastern base of the Rocky Mountains one hour north of metro Denver. This location offers excellent access to transportation, all outdoor interests, and a broad cross-section of equine and livestock industries and their trade organizations. Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes % Research15 % Teaching15 % Service0 % Administration70 To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on02/03/2025 Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date06/01/2025 Position End Date Position Summary The Director of Equine Sciences will provide leadership and program direction for research, teaching, and outreach/engagement activities in the Equine Sciences program, as they relate to the overall goals of the Animal Sciences Department. The Director will report to the Head of the Department of Animal Sciences. The Director will provide vital guidance and leadership for the anticipated future hiring of several new equine focused faculty positions with varying combinations of teaching, research, and outreach/extension appointments. Fostering multidisciplinary collaboration with adjacent research and teaching facilities (i.e., CSU Equine Reproduction Laboratory, CSU Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Laboratory, CSU Research Innovation Center, etc.) is also expected. High level staff supervision, oversight of the CSU Equine Teaching and Research Center along with animal well-being, and financial management is expected. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is a 12 -month appointment. Further, this position oversees the annual allocation of proceeds from the Wagonhound Land and Livestock endowment. The candidate in this position may conduct equine focused research and will provide leadership and mentorship in coordinating the success of faculty and staff involved in equinefocused research and teaching activities. These activities include areas such as reproduction, nutrition, genetics, behavior, welfare, exercise physiology, and equine-assisted services. This position may include training or mentoring of graduate students. Significant involvement in outreach and engagement with equine industry partners is expected. This includes establishment and maintenance of industry relationships and mutually beneficial agreements, acquisition of grant awards, and gift fundraising. Involvement with equine industry organizations is expected, including through service in leadership positions. This positionmayinclude some teaching activities at the capstone level and through guest lectures. There is also an expectation to actively participate in student education via support of equine related curricular development and delivery, interaction with students, student recruitment, student placement into internships and career positions, as well as participation in current and future horse adoption and sales events and other departmental activities. The distribution of effort between Research and Instruction is negotiable upon the selection of a final candidate. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License Required Job Qualifications + Completed Ph.D. degree in Animal or Equine Science or closely related field or DVM with advanced research training (i.e., M.S., board certification with specialty, etc.) from an accredited institution by start date. + Possess excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. + Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and mentorship to a team. + Demonstrated knowledge of the U.S. horse industry. + Possess a record of research accomplishments consistent with the academic rank of associate or full professor, including a strong scientific publication record. + Evidence of grantsmanship and the capability to obtain extramural research funding. + Exhibited abilities in, or the potential for, successful fundraising. + Prior experience in budget, facility, and personnel management. + The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S by the time of appointment start date. Preferred Job Qualifications + Evidence of a leadership role with direct supervision of employees in academia or equine related industries. + Evidence of strong working relationships and leadership within the horse industry including outreach and engagement activities with constituent groups, industry, non-profits, or other related entities. + Experience managing multidisciplinary and collaborative research and education projects. + Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching, and outreach with relevant programs, goals, and activities. + Experience in undergraduate student mentorship, recruitment, and/or placement. Special Instructions to Applicants This position will remain open until filled. However, for full consideration, please apply by 2/3/25 11:59 MT.Please submit materials that include: 1) cover letter addressing all required and preferred qualifications, 2) comprehensive CV, 3) academic transcripts for all degrees combined into a single document (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application), 4) statement of philosophy under “Other” regarding oversight of a nationally-renowned Equine Sciences program that includes tenure-track faculty (2-page maximum), 5) ThePrinciples of Community (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/principles-of-community) (e.g., inclusion, integrity, respect, service, and social justice) support Colorado State University’s mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement. Please craft a statement of no more than 2 pages that provides your definition of each value in the Principles of Community, then describe how each of these values would be reflected in your leadership approach as a successful candidate for this position. and 6) names, email addresses, and phone numbers for three people who may be contacted by the search committee. References will not be contacted without prior notification to the applicant. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 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Diversity Statement Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities. Search ContactShawn Archibeque, shawn.archibeque@colostate.edu Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryAdministration Duty/Responsibility + Represents and advocates for the Equine Program to internal and external constituencies, as well as the CSU administration. + Development and maintenance of the Equine Program’s strategic plan; and responsible for the development and administration of the Equine Program’s budget. + Works collaboratively with a broad range of constituencies, including equine industry stakeholders, CSU Extension, private sector organizations, non-governmental organizations, and civil societies to steward programs that are innovative and impactful. + Engage with, and provide service to, the equine industry’s stakeholders and organizations. + Provide service within the Department of Animal Sciences and College of Agricultural Sciences including high level oversight of the CSU Equine Teaching and Research Center facility, its staff, and the well-being of its animals. + Collaborate with adjacent research and teaching facilities (i.e., CSU Equine Reproduction Laboratory, CSU Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Laboratory, CSU Research Innovation Center, etc.). Perform other responsibilities as assigned. Percentage Of Time70 Job Duty CategoryTeaching Duty/Responsibility + Provide support and leadership for equine-related teaching activities including curricular development and delivery, and mentorship of teaching faculty. + The director will interact with students and participate in student recruitment, student placement into internships and career positions, and the annual student led adoption and sales events. Percentage Of Time15 Job Duty CategoryResearch Duty/Responsibility + Conduct collaborative equine focused research with potential graduate student training and provide leadership and mentorship to, and coordinate the success of, faculty and staff involved in equine-oriented research activities such as reproduction, nutrition, genetics, behavior, welfare, exercise physiology, and equine-assisted services. Percentage Of Time15 References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Curriculum Vitae + Unofficial Transcripts + Other + Statement of Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Optional Documents