Assistant or Associate Professor – Meat Science Extension and Teaching

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Two months of summer salary

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Kentucky seeks an Assistant or Associate Professor in Meat Science to lead a nationally recognized Extension program, teach related courses, and conduct applied research. This nine-month, tenure-track role requires a Ph.D. and a strong background in meat science, alongside a demonstrated ability to secure funding. Competitive salary, including summer salary benefits, is offered. Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Alex Stelzleni at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in animal science, meat science, or related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years as an Assistant Professor for Associate Professor consideration.
• Demonstrated excellence in meat science research and a national reputation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a meat science Extension program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in meat science.
• Secure extramural funding for applied research programs.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration with industry

Research publication

Meat judging experience

Education

Ph.D. in animal science, meat science, or closely related field

Job description

Assistant or Associate Professor – Meat Science Extension and Teaching

Position summary: This is a nine‑month, tenure‑track appointment (65% Extension, 30% Teaching, 5% Service) with the University of Georgia’s Department of Animal and Dairy Science. The role requires a Ph.D. in animal science, meat science, or a closely related field and involves developing and leading a nationally recognized meat science Extension program, teaching related courses, and conducting applied research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a state‑of‑the‑art meat science Extension program, interacting with industry, county agents, and other scientists.
• Serve as a resource on meat processing, fresh and processed meat production, meat evaluation, HACCP training, and 4‑H/FFA judging, and provide guest lectures.
• Contribute to a comprehensive meat science curriculum covering meat evaluation, fresh meats, and processed meats.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students; support industry work experiences, internships, and extracurricular learning.
• Teach undergraduate courses in meat science and a graduate course in the applicant’s area of expertise.
• Develop externally funded, applied research programs and secure extramural funding.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in animal science, meat science, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 full years as an Assistant Professor for consideration as an Associate Professor.
• Demonstrated national reputation and a record of excellence in meat science research.
• Experience with intercollegiate meat judging and a proven record of publishing innovative research.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with colleagues and industry professionals.

Benefits

• Competitive salary appropriate to the tenure‑track position.
• Two months of summer salary (approximately 11 % of monthly pay).

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status.

Contact

Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Alex Stelzleni ([e-mail]).