What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Management Instructor position at niagaracc-suny?
Are you enthusiastic about animal welfare, husbandry, and the power of experiential education? SUNY Niagara is seeking an innovative, student-focused Animal Management Instructor to shape the future of aspiring animal care and science professionals. This is a full-time, ten-month, Tenure-track position within our Business & STEM division.Why You’ll Love This RoleShape Tomorrow’s Leaders: Prepare students for success in zoo keeping, animal control, and animal science programs through a curriculum strongly focused on internships and hands-on career preparation.Engage and Inspire: Bring complex concepts to life through creative teaching methods and interactive labs that build the foundational skills students need for their field placements.Collaborate and Grow: Join a committed team of educators dedicated to academic excellence and student achievement.Balanced Workload: Teach 18 contact hours of lab and/or lecture per semester (or 15 credits of lecture only) while participating in advising, curriculum development, and college-wide initiatives.What You’ll DoDeliver engaging lecture and lab instruction in undergraduate animal management and biology.Facilitate and oversee student internships and field experiences, ensuring students gain critical hands-on industry experience with live animals.Foster a supportive, inclusive learning environment for a diverse student population.Advise and mentor students, guiding them toward academic and career success in the animal care industry.Contribute to curriculum design, recruitment, and college activities that strengthen our programs.Provide leadership, engagement, and discipline expertise to elevate the learning experience.The start date of this position will be August 27th, for the beginning of the Fall 2026 semester. The successful candidate will be required to work 162 days per academic year (August – May), and will be provided with a winter break from mid-December to early January, a Spring Break for one week in mid-March, and will work until the Spring semester ends in Mid-May. Faculty are not required to work in June, July, and most of August, but opportunities for teaching Summer classes exist.In addition to the base salary, there is the potential for overload and other assignments, which would increase the base salary. There is also a pathway for promotion to higher level salary positions (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor).SUNY Niagara also provides phenomenal benefits. Please visit https://sunyniagara.edu/hr/benefits/ to view our benefits offerings. Our exceptional work environment fosters growth and personal fulfillment. As an employee, you can expect:Work-Life Balance: When employees can balance their work and personal lives, they are happier, more productive, and better positioned to support our students.Professional Growth:SUNY Niagara cares about employees’ professional advancement and development. You will have access to ongoing training, programs, and workshops. We support career growth and encourage employees to pursue further education.Welcoming Culture:SUNY Niagara values the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice as they create a sense of belonging for our students and employees. We foster a collaborative culture that respects and appreciates different perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds which contribute to the richness of our institution. We believe that our diverse, inclusive community enriches the experiences of students and employees alike.Meaningful Work: At SUNY Niagara, your work will directly impact the lives of our students and the region we serve. Our college is for all who are passionate about teaching and focused on supporting students. Our small class sizes facilitate engagement. You will shape students’ futures, prepare them for successful careers, and empower them to contribute to society. Your dedication and expertise will propel students to achieve their educational goals.Become part of an institution that values employees, positively impacts students’ lives, and invests in its community.