Research AssistantAssociate Professor (Beef Cattle)

Prairie View, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title

Research Assistant/Associate Professor (Beef Cattle)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Cooperative Agricultural Research Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Research Assistant/Associate Professor is responsible for conducting applied research on beef cattle production systems with a focus on nutrition reproduction genetics management and/or other relevant fields. The Research Assistant/Associate Professor is a joint appointment between the Cooperative Agriculture Research Center (CARC 75%) and Cooperative Extension Programs (CEP 25%) in the College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources. The position requires a PhD in Animal Science or a related field and at least six years of experience in beef cattle research. Research Assistant/Associate Professor will work closely with researchers industry partners and extension agents to design implement and disseminate research projects that address the needs and challenges of the beef cattle industry. Opportunities also exist in teaching a beef cattle production course with a laboratory.

This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.

Responsibilities:

Develop and lead and independent extramurally funded nationally/internationally recognized research program in the field of beef cattle nutrition reproduction stress physiology and/or livestock production management such including but not limited to grazing receiving backgrounding cattle management nutrient utilization reproductive physiology and beef cattle system sustainability.
Evaluate the economic environmental and social impacts of different beef cattle production systems and identify opportunities for improving sustainability and profitability.
Communicate research findings to stakeholders producers processors or consumers through publications presentations and workshops as well as present research at national and international meetings and conferences and publish research findings in peer reviewed journals.
Participate and assist in college-wide events activities committees and perform other duties as deemed necessary.

Required Education and Experience:

Ph.D. Animal Science or related discipline.
Six years of related experience.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

May supervise.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of word processing database presentation and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Excellent written and verbal communication analytical interpersonal and organizational skills.
Technical competence in Beef Cattle Management and the ability to apply this knowledge to the solution of problems.
Knowledge of current practices and standard care in cattle management.
Knowledge of a variety of teaching methods to provide effective learning experiences.
Ability to work independently while adhering to established plans programs and protocols.

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 at or should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. 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.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Required Experience:

Job TitleResearch Assistant/Associate Professor (Beef Cattle)AgencyPrairie View A&M UniversityDepartmentCooperative Agricultural Research CenterProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationPrairie View TexasJob TypeFacultyJob DescriptionThe Research Assistant/Associate Professor is responsible for...