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Clinical Assistant Professor of Animal Sciences – Applied Animal Sciences
Position
The Department of Animal Sciences at Purdue University invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor (100% teaching; non-tenure track) with teaching and mentoring responsibilities in applied animal sciences. This is a nine-month appointment, with opportunities for additional compensated summer teaching or instructional activities. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate instruction in one or more areas of departmental need, with particular emphasis on animal products/meat science and/or animal physiology/reproductive management. Additional opportunities may exist in animal behavior and well-being, animal health, and other areas of the Animal Sciences curriculum. The position offers an opportunity to take a leadership role in experiential education and contribute to the continued development of the largest undergraduate program in Purdue's College of Agriculture.
Responsibilities
Clinical faculty are primarily responsible for leading and supporting the program’s needs in student instruction (9 – 12 credit hours/semester depending on laboratory sections), engagement, and/or professional development. Students may include both residential students on the West Lafayette campus and students enrolled in online or other non-residential programs. The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Develop, implement, and teach undergraduate courses in areas aligned with the candidate's expertise and departmental instructional needs, particularly animal products/meat science and/or animal physiology and reproductive physiology;
- Contribute to foundational Animal Sciences instruction and provide hands-on laboratory and experiential learning opportunities appropriate to the candidate's disciplinary expertise;
- Mentor undergraduate students in their academic and professional development and contribute to experiential and career-readiness opportunities;
- Contribute to departmental strategic initiatives to improve teaching approaches and delivery methodologies across teaching modalities in support of curricular outcomes, including career readiness and data literacy; and
- Engage in service and outreach responsibilities within and outside the Department.
Qualifications
PhD in animal sciences, meat science, reproductive physiology, animal physiology, animal behavior/welfare, or a closely related field, or a DVM; degree requirements must be completed by the start of the appointment. Candidates must demonstrate disciplinary expertise relevant to one or more of the Department's instructional needs and the ability to contribute effectively to undergraduate teaching. Preferred qualifications include experience teaching applied animal science courses, experience with hands-on laboratory or experiential instruction, and demonstrated ability to mentor undergraduate students. Candidates with expertise that enables them to contribute across multiple areas of the undergraduate curriculum are particularly encouraged to apply.
Rank and Appointment
Clinical Assistant Professor appointment (9-month, non-tenure track). Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. A background check will be required for employment.
About the Department of Animal Sciences
The Department of Animal Sciences offers the largest undergraduate major (Animal Sciences) in the Purdue University College of Agriculture, and its faculty and staff are highly committed to the learning outcomes of its 844 undergraduate students. The Department includes 22 faculty, 28 professional staff, 55 graduate students and is housed in the Hobart and Russell Creighton Hall of Animal Sciences, a 90,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility for teaching, Extension, and research. Connected to Creighton Hall is the Land O'Lakes, Inc. Center for Experiential Learning and Purina Pavilion, which provides an abattoir, meats and sensory laboratories, and a 7,800-square-foot livestock pavilion. In addition, animal research and teaching facilities for beef, dairy, poultry, sheep, and swine are located 11 miles from campus. The Department of Animal Sciences is an integral part of the College of Agriculture, one of the world’s leading colleges of agricultural, food, life, and natural resource sciences, ranked third in the country and sixth in the world in the 2026 QS World University Rankings.
Application Process
All materials must be combined into one PDF and submitted on the application site at: https://careers.purdue.edu/job/Clinical-Assistant-Professor-of-Animal-Sciences/44742-en_US/. Application materials must include:
- cover letter that describes the candidate’s qualifications for and interests in the position with contact information;
- a detailed curriculum vitae;
- a teaching philosophy, including examples of teaching approaches or methodologies;
- a mentoring philosophy, including examples of mentoring; and
- a list of three professional references with contact information.
Screening of applicants begins November 30, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information, contact Dr. Ryan Cabot, Search Committee Chair, at rcabot@purdue.edu.
Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.
Posting Start Date: 10/23/26
Job Title:
Clinical Assistant Professor of Animal Sciences – Applied Animal Sciences
Position
The Department of Animal Sciences at Purdue University invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor (100% teaching; non-tenure track) with teaching and mentoring responsibilities in applied animal sciences. This is a nine-month appointment, with opportunities for additional compensated summer teaching or instructional activities. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate instruction in one or more areas of departmental need, with particular emphasis on animal products/meat science and/or animal physiology/reproductive management. Additional opportunities may exist in animal behavior and well-being, animal health, and other areas of the Animal Sciences curriculum. The position offers an opportunity to take a leadership role in experiential education and contribute to the continued development of the largest undergraduate program in Purdue's College of Agriculture.
Responsibilities
Clinical faculty are primarily responsible for leading and supporting the program’s needs in student instruction (9 – 12 credit hours/semester depending on laboratory sections), engagement, and/or professional development. Students may include both residential students on the West Lafayette campus and students enrolled in online or other non-residential programs. The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Develop, implement, and teach undergraduate courses in areas aligned with the candidate's expertise and departmental instructional needs, particularly animal products/meat science and/or animal physiology and reproductive physiology;
- Contribute to foundational Animal Sciences instruction and provide hands-on laboratory and experiential learning opportunities appropriate to the candidate's disciplinary expertise;
- Mentor undergraduate students in their academic and professional development and contribute to experiential and career-readiness opportunities;
- Contribute to departmental strategic initiatives to improve teaching approaches and delivery methodologies across teaching modalities in support of curricular outcomes, including career readiness and data literacy; and
- Engage in service and outreach responsibilities within and outside the Department.
Qualifications
PhD in animal sciences, meat science, reproductive physiology, animal physiology, animal behavior/welfare, or a closely related field, or a DVM; degree requirements must be completed by the start of the appointment. Candidates must demonstrate disciplinary expertise relevant to one or more of the Department's instructional needs and the ability to contribute effectively to undergraduate teaching. Preferred qualifications include experience teaching applied animal science courses, experience with hands-on laboratory or experiential instruction, and demonstrated ability to mentor undergraduate students. Candidates with expertise that enables them to contribute across multiple areas of the undergraduate curriculum are particularly encouraged to apply.
Rank and Appointment
Clinical Assistant Professor appointment (9-month, non-tenure track). Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. A background check will be required for employment.
About the Department of Animal Sciences
The Department of Animal Sciences offers the largest undergraduate major (Animal Sciences) in the Purdue University College of Agriculture, and its faculty and staff are highly committed to the learning outcomes of its 844 undergraduate students. The Department includes 22 faculty, 28 professional staff, 55 graduate students and is housed in the Hobart and Russell Creighton Hall of Animal Sciences, a 90,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility for teaching, Extension, and research. Connected to Creighton Hall is the Land O'Lakes, Inc. Center for Experiential Learning and Purina Pavilion, which provides an abattoir, meats and sensory laboratories, and a 7,800-square-foot livestock pavilion. In addition, animal research and teaching facilities for beef, dairy, poultry, sheep, and swine are located 11 miles from campus. The Department of Animal Sciences is an integral part of the College of Agriculture, one of the world’s leading colleges of agricultural, food, life, and natural resource sciences, ranked third in the country and sixth in the world in the 2026 QS World University Rankings.
Application Process
All materials must be combined into one PDF and submitted on the application site at: https://careers.purdue.edu/job/Clinical-Assistant-Professor-of-Animal-Sciences/44742-en_US/. Application materials must include:
- cover letter that describes the candidate’s qualifications for and interests in the position with contact information;
- a detailed curriculum vitae;
- a teaching philosophy, including examples of teaching approaches or methodologies;
- a mentoring philosophy, including examples of mentoring; and
- a list of three professional references with contact information.
Screening of applicants begins November 30, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information, contact Dr. Ryan Cabot, Search Committee Chair, at rcabot@purdue.edu.
Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.
Posting Start Date: 10/23/26
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Assistant
Verify your credentials meet TN requirements
Clinical Assistant approval depends on showing a direct tie between your education and the role. Gather degree transcripts, professional licenses, and any credential evaluations before you apply, since CBP officers assess qualification fit on the spot.
Target health systems experienced with visa sponsorship
Large hospital networks and multi-site outpatient groups are more likely to be experienced with visa sponsorship than small private practices. Ask HR during early conversations whether they've sponsored work visa candidates before, not after you have an offer in hand. For TN visas, the employer prepares a support letter outlining your qualifications and role. Canadians present this letter at the U.S. port of entry; Mexicans submit it with their application at a U.S. consulate. The entire process is handled between you and the employer—no government filing or certification is required.
Search TN-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Assistant openings by employers with recent visa filings, so you're not spending time on roles where sponsorship experience is an afterthought or an unknown for the hiring team.
Clarify the job offer letter scope early
Your TN support letter must state your specific duties, the professional capacity you'll work in, and your employment period. Ask the employer to draft this before your border or consulate appointment, not after you've already accepted.
Understand the Mexican consular appointment timeline
Mexican nationals can't use the expedited CBP port-of-entry process available to Canadians. Consular appointment wait times vary by location, so factor that window into your start date negotiation with the employer.
Prepare for renewal before your status expires
TN status is granted in up to three-year increments with no cap on renewals. File your renewal petition or border reentry early enough that a processing delay doesn't interrupt your employment continuity at the facility.
Clinical Assistant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Assistant role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Clinical Assistant positions can qualify under the TN visa category, but the classification depends on how the role is defined and what professional capacity you're working in. The duties must align with a recognized USMCA professional category. Roles with clearly defined clinical support functions and a credential requirement are stronger candidates than broad generalist titles.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Clinical Assistant jobs?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no lengthy USCIS petition queue. H-1B visa selection is random and capped at 85,000 per fiscal year. For Canadian Clinical Assistants, CBP can approve TN status at the border the same day. That speed and certainty makes TN a far more reliable path for this role type than H-1B.
Where can I find Clinical Assistant jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for roles where employers are experienced with visa sponsorship. Rather than guessing whether a posting includes visa support, you can filter directly for Clinical Assistant openings tied to employers with recent visa filings, which cuts out significant wasted effort in your search.
What documents does a Canadian Clinical Assistant need at the border for TN approval?
You'll need a detailed employer support letter outlining your job duties, professional capacity, and employment period; proof of your educational credentials such as degree transcripts or diplomas; and your professional license if the role requires one. CBP officers make the determination at the port of entry, so completeness of your documentation packet directly affects same-day approval.
Can a Mexican Clinical Assistant apply for TN status the same way as a Canadian?
No. Mexican nationals must apply for TN status through a U.S. consulate rather than at the border. The process requires scheduling a consular appointment, which adds time to the overall timeline. USCIS processes TN petitions filed by mail for Mexicans as an alternative to the consular route, though both paths require the same core documentation and employer support.