"Assistant or Associate Professor – Meat Science Extension and Teaching"

Job Details

Position Summary

Assistant or Associate Professor – 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 (11.111% per month) guaranteed in the Department of Animal and Dairy Science (ADS) in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at the University of Georgia (UGA). The position will be located at the UGA Athens Campus. It is expected to develop and provide leadership for a relevant nationally/internationally recognized meat science Extension and teaching program.

Major Responsibilities

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. This faculty member will serve as a resource on meat processing, fresh and processed meat production, and meat evaluation for the meat industry, 4-H and FFA meat judging coaches, and HACCP training, and is expected to develop or contribute to a comprehensive meat science curriculum to include topics in meat evaluation, fresh meats, and processed meats; advise undergraduate and graduate students; mentor students interested in industry work experiences/internships; lead students in extracurricular learning experiences; and provide guest lectures to support existing courses. The specific Extension and applied research program will be determined based on the successful candidate’s area(s) of expertise, but emphasis will be placed on the ability to develop an externally funded, applied research program. This faculty member will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in meat science, and a graduate course in their area of expertise within the department.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Inquiries about the position should be directed to search committee chair Alex Stelzleni (astelz@uga.edu). Materials to be uploaded include: (a) cover letter, (b) curriculum vita; (c) a list of 3 references with contact information, (d) a statement of Extension, teaching, and applied research philosophy (as Other Document #1; not to exceed three pages) addressing the candidate’s experience relative to the responsibilities of the position, and (e) a copy of transcripts. Selected applicants will be required to submit to a background investigation demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia and provide official transcripts.

Posting Details

Posting Number: F2009P
Working Title: Assistant or Associate Professor – Meat Science Extension and Teaching
Department: CAES-Animal & Dairy Science
College/Unit/Department website: https://animaldairy.uga.edu/
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Advertised Salary: Competitive Salary
Anticipated Start Date: 09/01/2024
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
Open until filled: Yes

Position Details

Classification Title: Open Rank
Faculty Rank: Open Rank (Tenure Track)
Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status: Tenure Track or Tenured

Minimum Qualifications

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

Additional Requirements

To be considered at the rank of Associate Professor, candidates must have at least 5 full years in rank at the Assistant Professor level. To be eligible for tenure upon appointment, candidates must be appointed as an Associate professor, have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution. Candidates must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire. Please see UGA and Promotion and Tenure unit criteria for academic rank faculty. Discipline-specific criteria and procedures for promotion and tenure with Animal and Dairy Science found here.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• 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.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• The ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with colleagues and meat industry professionals is essential.