Assistant or Associate Professor – Meat Science Extension and Teaching

Assistant or Associate Professor – Meat Science Extension and Teaching

The University of Georgia is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor in Meat Science Extension and Teaching. This is a nine-month, tenure track or tenured appointment (65% Extension, 30% Teaching, 5% Service) with two months of summer salary guaranteed in the Department of Animal and Dairy Science in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at the University of Georgia.

Major Responsibilities
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The individual is expected to develop and provide leadership for a relevant nationally/internationally recognized meats Extension program. Extension activities include interacting with industry, county agents, and other scientists to develop a state-of-the-art information/technology transfer program for the meat industry.

• Develop and provide leadership for a meat science Extension program
• Interact with industry, county agents, and other scientists to develop a state-of-the-art information/technology transfer program for the meat industry
• Teach undergraduate courses in meat science and a graduate course in their area of expertise
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students and mentor students interested in industry work experiences/internships

Minimum Qualifications
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Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in animal science, meat science, or closely related fields.

• A proven record of excellence in meat science is expected
• Candidates with a proven record of carrying and publishing innovative research, securing extramural funding, and a background in intercollegiate meat judging are highly encouraged to apply

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.