Assistant Professor, Equine Studies

The Equestrian Studies program at Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level for the 2027-28 academic year. The ideal candidate would be able to teach a range of courses in areas such as fundamental horsemanship, hunter seat equitation, or advanced training. Additional courses could include judging, ranch and stable management, equine marketing, and/or therapeutic riding. Faculty in this program also serve students through recruitment, academic advising, and internship coordination. Faculty assist with management of health and daily care of program horses as well as the supervision of students assigned to facility maintenance chores They also with the farrier and program veterinarian to ensure horses are managed effectively. Successful applicants should have well developed networking skills in order to forge connections to support student internship opportunities in some of the following areas: young horse handling and training, equine competition, intercollegiate level coaching, facility management, veterinary medicine, and/or therapeutic riding instructor certification.

The position requires a teaching load of 12 credit hours each semester, for a total of 24 credit hours per academic year. Preferred qualifications are a Master's degree in equine science or closely related field, with significant teaching and/or industry experience. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in equine science or closely related field, with minimum 5 years of industry working experience or currently in pursuit of Master's degree will also be considered. Salary starts at $50,000 and is commensurate with experience. This is an in-person position, beginning August 1, 2027.

Rocky Mountain College is a private, comprehensive college located in Billings, Montana. The school is dedicated to academic excellence and transformational learning. The successful candidate will support and carry out the mission of the college as well as demonstrate a commitment to developing and enhancing a culture of rigor, excellence, and achievement. We encourage you to visit both the Rocky Mountain College website and the Equestrian Studies' website for more information.

Questions should be directed to Amy Neuman, Professor of Equestrian Studies, (amy.neuman@rocky.edu) or Human Resources, (humanresources@rocky.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae (including at least three professional references), writing sample, teaching statement, and at least one course syllabus, as a single PDF to jobs@rocky.edu. Also, complete a Rocky Mountain College Faculty Employment Application.

Benefits are available for this faculty position, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, long-term disability, short-term disability, 403(b) retirement plan, and tuition remission. Applicants must successfully complete a background check before hiring.

Rocky Mountain College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.