SCAD Savannah seeks a passionate and innovative part-time professor of equestrian studies to join its vibrant academic community. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic educator with working knowledge of equine anatomy and body systems, as well as an understanding of the English performance horse. This position offers the opportunity to teach and mentor students in a creative, collaborative environment, fostering growth and inspiring talented individuals preparing to enter the dynamic field of equine studies.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to connect theory with practical industry applications to prepare students for careers in equine health, training, and management. Candidates should be comfortable communicating scientific and technical concepts in an engaging and accessible manner. Hands-on experience with horses in professional, instructional, or clinical environments is essential, along with a collaborative, student-centered teaching philosophy.

SCAD equestrian students are immersed in a creative environment where they fuse their passion for equestrian studies with cutting-edge technology and design. Students, staff, and faculty learn and work at the Ronald C. Waranch Equestrian Center, the university’s state-of-the-art, 180-acre facility featuring two stable barns, three competition arenas, a covered riding arena, paddocks, and pastures—providing an exceptional setting for students to prepare for unique and fulfilling careers in equestrian studies.

As a professor, you will join SCAD and the School of Liberal Arts in providing educational experiences of the highest quality within a professional environment that cultivates knowledge, creativity, discipline, and character.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters or higher in Equine Science, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, or a closely related field. 
• Extensive working knowledge of equine anatomy, physiology, and health management.
• Strong ability to communicate scientific and technical concepts in an engaging, practical way
• Hands-on experience with horses in professional, research, instructional, or clinical settings
• Teaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.
• Experience or knowledge of related industries.
• Ability to be credentialed through SACS guidelines or justified to teach.

Required application documents: 

• Current résumé and/or CV 
• Cover letter 
• Portfolio or its equivalent 
• Unofficial academic transcripts 

Travel required:       

• Less than 10%      

Special instructions to applicants: Only complete packages will be considered. An unofficial transcript of your highest degree awarded, a cover letter, and a résumé or CV are required.

Work hours: As noted in the Employment Agreement.      

ADA tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.