Regular Faculty - Meat Science/ Food Science
About The Position
The Animal, Veterinary and Food Sciences department is seeking to hire an Assistant Professor for a tenure-track position. The successful candidate will lead a research program (45%) in applied and basic meat science, supported by extramural and industry funding, addressing emerging issues through innovative scholarship. Teaching responsibilities (50%) include undergraduate and graduate courses in meat and food science, with emphasis on live animal and carcass evaluation and additional courses as needed. The candidate will also mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and undergraduate researchers (5%). This appointment may begin earlier than the Fall 2026 semester and/or be eligible for a summer contract for Summer 2026, to be negotiated with the Dean and Department Chair at the time of hire.
Responsibilities
- Lead a research program (45%) in applied and basic meat science
- Secure extramural and industry funding
- Address emerging issues through innovative scholarship
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in meat and food science (50%)
- Emphasize live animal and carcass evaluation in teaching
- Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and undergraduate researchers (5%)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
