Lennon Distinguished Professor - Epidemiology

Overview

The Lennon Distinguished Professor in Epidemiology is an academic appointment in the Department of Animal Sciences, within the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at North Carolina A&T State University. This role aims to attract a visionary and accomplished leader in Epidemiology, a vital discipline within human and animal public health focused on disease surveillance, prevention, and control within populations.

The distinguished professor will drive interdisciplinary research on disease emergence, transmission dynamics, and public health implications. They will advance the department's teaching and curriculum related to animal health, disease and related areas. The position supports the development of an interdisciplinary graduate certificate in One Health, and contributes to preparing students for careers in animal health, public health, government, research, and academia.

This is a 9-month tenure-track faculty position.

This role is a cornerstone in advancing the university's mission of teaching, research, and outreach and addresses global challenges at the animal-human-environment interface.

Working Title: Lennon Distinguished Professor - Epidemiology

Position Number: 001531

Recruitment Salary Range: commensurate with education and experience

FLSA: Exempt

Appointment Type: Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track: Yes

FTE: 40 hours/week, 9 months

Organizational Division/Location/Unit: College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences

The College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (CAES) has a rich history of innovation and application of cutting-edge technology. CAES offers 9 BS degrees, 3 MS degrees and 1 PhD and educates over 1100 students. BS degrees include Agricultural and Environmental Systems, Agricultural Education, Animal Science, Biological Engineering, Child Development and Family Studies, Family and Consumer Sciences, Food and Nutritional Sciences, Laboratory Animal Science and Landscape Architecture.

Graduate programs include MS in Agricultural Education, MS in Agricultural and Environmental Systems and MS in Food and Nutritional Sciences, and a new interdisciplinary PhD in Agriculture and Environmental Sciences with 5 concentrations, including an animal science specialization track. Nationally, CAES produces the largest number of African American graduates in agriculture and second in Animal Sciences.

About the Department of Animal Sciences:
The department offers BS degrees in Animal Science (including Animal Industry concentration) and Laboratory Animal Science, and two graduate programs: MS in Agricultural and Environmental Systems (with a concentration in Integrated Animal Health Systems) and a PhD in Agricultural and Environmental Systems (with a concentration in Sustainable Animal Production). The department's instruction and research are supported by facilities including beef, poultry, swine, dairy, small ruminants, and equine facilities, and a vivarium on campus.

Faculty conduct research in genetics, biotechnology, bioinformatics, reproductive physiology, meat science, nutrition, immunology and infectious disease, preparing students for careers in animal health and biomedicine.

Academic

Qualifications:

A DVM/Ph.D. or Ph.D. in Epidemiology, Veterinary Public Health, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

Professional Status: Eligible for appointment as a full professor with tenure at NC A&T State University. This includes a nationally recognized record of scholarly achievement, including peer-reviewed publications, research leadership, and external funding success.

Research and Teaching

Experience:

• Demonstrated excellence in leading impactful, externally funded research programs in veterinary epidemiology or related areas.
• A history of teaching and mentoring undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in epidemiology, public health, or veterinary science.
• Experience with interdisciplinary research and commitment to the One Health approach.

Experience: At least 10 years of post-doctoral academic or research experience, including experience in a tenured faculty role and preferably in a leadership or administrative capacity.

Skills and Expertise:

• Expertise in veterinary disease modeling, outbreak investigations, and surveillance systems.
• Experience with One Health initiatives and collaborations across medical, environmental, and public health sectors.
• Proven success in securing grants from USDA, NIH, CDC, or related agencies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate across disciplines and with community and industry stakeholders.

Certification (Preferred): Board certification in veterinary preventive medicine or epidemiology (e.g., ACVPM) is highly desirable.

Is this position eligible for remote or hybrid work? On-site (Employees are…