Assistant or Associate Professor of Wildlife Care and Rehabilitation (Remote) in Bangor, Maine at Husson University

Husson Universitys School of Online and Professional Studies invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Wildlife Care and Rehabilitation. The ideal candidate will have the academic background and experience to help lead Hussons new online Bachelors degree in Wildlife Care and Rehabilitation. The successful candidate will have a history of scholarship in wildlife care and rehabilitation, wildlife medicine, wildlife anatomy and physiology, human dimensions of wildlife care and rehabilitation, animal behavior, or animal welfare. The successful candidate will be expected to teach online bachelors- and masters-level courses in Wildlife Care and Management; Designing Captive Wildlife Experiences; Wildlife Rescue, Transport, and Triage; Human Dimensions of Wildlife Care and Rehabilitation; and Animal Welfare, along with other topics within the specific area of expertise. This is a fully remote, 12 month position, with expectations of online teaching plus other disciplinary and departmental responsibilities. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

Husson University is a private Doctoral/Professional institution located in Bangor, Maine. The University is dedicated to offering premier professional programs designed to maximize experiential learning opportunities and student success. Husson University prides itself on providing first-class online professional education that is based in rigor and engaging learning.

The primary responsibilities of this position include teaching online courses for undergraduate students in the online Bachelors of Wildlife Care and Rehabilitation major as well as undergraduate or graduate courses in related programs. The successful candidate will also fulfill faculty expectations for participation in departmental service such as oversight and assessment of these growing programs and the development of online courses. The position requires teaching 24 credits of online courses per academic year and additional course development and curriculum duties as assigned. Faculty also are expected to excel in scholarship and service.

Essential Functions:

• Instruct undergraduate and graduate online wildlife care and rehabilitation courses, plus other courses as assigned, using the MLS system Canvas.

• Develop online undergraduate and graduate wildlife care and rehabilitation courses.

• Implement appropriate pedagogical techniques for the online environment, including facilitating student engagement and providing student feedback and support.

• Support assessment of online courses and curricula.

• Engage in research and scholarly work appropriate for the faculty rank.

• Participate in admissions events as assigned and support recruitment.

• Professionally represent Husson University in all university activities, including teaching, scholarship, and outreach.

• Guide capstone projects in assigned programs as needed.

• Participate in faculty governance as assigned.

• Support students with networking and career development.

Requirements for the position include an earned doctoral degree with a focus in wildlife care and rehabilitation or a related field; ABD considered. The successful candidate will demonstrate commitment to effective online teaching and student learning, and possess strong communication skills. Preference will be given to applications with previous higher education online teaching experience and evidence of scholarly activities.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their functions.

• Effectively communicate with students and colleagues

• Read and interpret with vision ability for close and distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time.

• Bend, kneel, and reach with the use of hands and arms.

• Utilize telephone, email, and other approved communications systems.

• Operate a computer, printer, webcam, manage multiple monitors and switch between multiple computer applications as needed.

• Works from a home office with reliable internet, a computer, webcam, and headset.
• Uses learning management systems to deliver course materials, communicate with students, and manage grades.
• May teach live virtual classes, asynchronous courses, or a mix of both.

Review of applicants will continue until the position is filled. A complete application must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references (at least one must be able to discuss online teaching potential).

HUSSON UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

**Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.**

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our website at Husson University for a complete list of benefits.