Research Assistant Professor Breeding Genetics
Research Assistant Professor Breeding Genetics
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Job Title
Research Assistant Professor (Breeding & Genetics)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Adloc Cooperative Agriculture And Research CenterProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
FacultyJob Description
As a member of a multidisciplinary team this position will develop an active research program focusing on small ruminant breeding and genetics using modern techniques such as marker assisted selection and SNPchips to identify and propagate production traits that are important for meat and dairy goat production. Opportunity exists to develop undergraduate and graduate course work in area of expertise. This is a 100 budgeted research position that utilizes USDA EvansAllen formula funding. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Continued employment in this position is contingent on researchbased performance metrics including generation of external funding and continuation of USDA EvansAllen funding. This is a nontenure track 9month position with 100 research appointment with the summer salary support for the first three years from hire.
Responsibilities:
Conceptualizes develops and maintains an independent program of research in the Animal Sciences with emphasis on breeding and genetics in small ruminants.
Directs ongoing laboratory work; Supervises and guides specific activities of research support personnel; and Conducts regular laboratory meetings and participates in program development and program enhancement.
Participates in interdisciplinary research and collaborates with other scientists constituting the animal systems group; Writes and publishes research reports documenting laboratory activities and findings; and Engages in grantsmanship to increase external support for programmatic activities.
Participates in professional/scientific meetings and disseminates research to various CAHS stakeholders; observes University and CAHS administrative policies to ensure full compliance with mandated training and implementation of the institutional program for animal care and use.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education Licensure and Experience:
Ph.D. in a related field or discipline
Four 4 years of related experience
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Experience and/or strong interest in the area of modern Breeding and Genetics.
Knowledge of appropriate laboratory and technical equipment.
Knowledge of statistical analyses and statistical analyses software.
Knowledge of research in practical and/or basic sciences and scientific publications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently once given a project.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience and accomplishments in collaborative research teaching and service
Interest in collaboration with outreach/extension
Commitment and experience in student development
Job Posting Close Date:
Until Filled
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed HigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above ator should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
