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Collegiate Assistant Professor - Poultry Science Education & Student Success
Job no: 536604
Work type: Teaching & Research Faculty
Senior management: Agriculture & Life Sciences
Department: School of Animal Sciences
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Agriculture / Life Science
Job Description
Collegiate Assistant Professor - Poultry Science Education and Student Success
The Virginia Tech School of Animal Sciences seeks an exceptionally qualified and highly motivated educator with expertise in poultry science and a passion for preparing the next generation of leaders for the poultry and allied animal industries. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and collaborative faculty committed to excellence in teaching, student mentoring, experiential learning, and industry engagement. This is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track Collegiate faculty appointment. The successful applicant will contribute to the instructional, advising, and student development missions of the School through innovative teaching, undergraduate advising, and professional preparation of students pursuing careers in poultry and animal agriculture.
Primary responsibilities include: teaching undergraduate courses in poultry science, animal sciences, and professional development; advising and mentoring undergraduate students within the School of Animal Sciences; expanding experiential learning opportunities including internships, industry engagement, undergraduate research, student organizations, and applied learning experiences; collaborating with faculty, staff, and the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Academic Programs Office to support student recruitment, retention, and success; contributing to scholarly and educational initiatives within the School, College, and University; and maintaining strong connections with the poultry and allied industries to ensure educational programs remain relevant, contemporary, and responsive to workforce needs. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to a student-centered learning environment that promotes academic excellence, leadership development, communication skills, and career readiness.
Application Process: Review of applications will begin June 28, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must apply online through Virginia Tech Careers and submit: letter of application, curriculum vitae and contact information for at least three professional references.
Questions regarding the position may be directed to:
Cindy Wood
School of Animal Sciences
3280 Litton-Reaves Hall
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Virginia 24061
Email: piglady@vt.edu
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Animal Sciences, Poultry Science, or a closely related discipline by the appointment start date; Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentoring; excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with: demonstrated understanding of the poultry industry and contemporary poultry production systems; Experience teaching undergraduate poultry science or animal science courses; Demonstrated success in undergraduate advising, mentoring, and student development; Experience developing experiential learning or industry engagement opportunities; and industry experience or strong professional connections within the poultry sector.
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
73,000 - 86,000
Hours per week
40
Review Date
06/28/2026
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Dr. Cynthia Wood at piglady@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Advertised: June 4, 2026
Applications close: June 28, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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