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The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus with faculty based on University campuses at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES) and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the VicePresident for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy worklife balance.
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An earned doctorate in Animal Science Food Science or a related field with emphasis on meat science with documented experience and training in research tools relative to meat science and meat production. Areas of expertise could include but are not limited to carcass composition evaluation/fabrication meat quality and nutritional value processed meat and muscle growth and biology in beef and/or pork. Demonstrated excellence in conducting and publishing highimpact research developing an independent research program and collaborating within interdisciplinary teams of scientists. Strong speaking and writing communication skills are required. Experience teaching in undergraduate and graduate settings. Successful candidate will be expected to contribute to 23 courses within the department including Introduction to Animal Evaluation and Handling and Meat Science.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in research that encompasses translational and applied meat science. A demonstrated record of peerreviewed publications of original research extramural funding in preferred research areas as well as experience in teaching or assisting in teaching at the university level are also preferred. Previous experience in extension/outreach activities are also preferred.
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The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct preemployment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent nondiscriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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