Assistant/Associate Professor

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

Athens (GA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences in Athens, Georgia, is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor to develop a comprehensive beef research and Extension program. The candidate will be responsible for supervising graduate students and interns, leading research on improving beef production efficiency, and supporting evaluation programs. Eligible candidates must possess a terminal degree and a national reputation for tenure. This position offers tenure track opportunities in a renowned institution.

Qualifications

Develop a comprehensive beef research and Extension program.
Supervise graduate students and interns.
Demonstrate a national reputation for tenure eligibility.

Responsibilities

Improve beef production efficiency using forage and grain.
Lead independent research programs utilizing beef farms.
Support bull and heifer evaluation programs.

Education

Terminal degree in the discipline

Job description

Overview

Posting Number F2634P • Working Title Assistant/Associate Professor • Department CAES-Animal & Dairy Science

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Position Details

Classification Title: Open Rank

FLSA: Faculty

Rank: Open Rank

Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status: Tenure Track or Tenured

Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree in the discipline.

Position Summary

The individual is expected to develop a comprehensive beef research and Extension program in the successful candidate’s area(s) of expertise, but emphasis will be placed on the ability to develop an internationally recognized Extension and research program. This faculty member will be expected to supervise graduate students and interns.

Additional Requirements

For rank requirements, please see the UGA Guidelines for Appointment and Promotion.

To be eligible for tenure on 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.

Background and Compliance

Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Extension—develop methods to improve the efficiency of beef production using both forage and grain in Georgia, aligns with the need to conduct research that investigates areas such as fetal programming, calf health and weaning management, growing systems that emphasize efficiency of production, and life cycle cow nutrition.
Research—Lead an independent research program that utilizes the beef farms at Calhoun, J. Phil Campbell, Athens, and Eatonton, as well as collaborating with other faculty from the Tifton and Athens campuses. Will also be expected to support the bull and heifer evaluation programs in Calhoun, and Tifton as needed.
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