Assistant Professor - Precision Ranching & Smart Livestock

Texas A&M Agrilife Research; Sonora (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M AgriLife Research seeks an innovative, collaborative scientist to serve as an Assistant Professor in Precision Ranching. This 12-month, 100% research appointment is housed at San Angelo, TX, with strong preference for base at Sonora Experiment Station, engaging regional stakeholders to address needs through research.

The successful candidate will affiliate with Rangeland, Wildlife & Fisheries Management or Biological and Agricultural Engineering, developing a nationally recognized,

Qualifications

• Required Ph.D. in Rangeland Science, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, or closely related discipline by appointment date.
• Expertise in rangeland production systems and management practices.
• Demonstrated experience with precision agriculture technologies, smart sensor systems, remote sensing, data analytics, automation, or related technologies.
• Record of publishing original research in peer-reviewed journals.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an externally funded, nationally recognized research program addressing Texas rangeland and livestock challenges.
• Conduct fundamental, applied, and translational research focused on precision ranching technologies and management systems.
• Advance innovative solutions related to restoration, livestock efficiency, smart sensing, and integrated multi-enterprise ranching.
• Publish findings in high-impact journals and other outlets.
• Mentor graduate students and supervise research personnel.
• Secure competitive extramural funding from diverse sources.
• Collaborate with faculty, industry stakeholders, government agencies, and nonprofits.
• Translate research outcomes into practical stakeholder adoption and impact.

Skills

Ph.D. in related field

Rangeland production systems

Precision agriculture technologies

Smart sensor systems

Remote sensing

Data analytics

Automation

Strong communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Rangeland Science

Biological and Agricultural Engineering

Job description

Texas A&M AgriLife Research seeks an innovative, collaborative scientist to serve as an Assistant Professor in Precision Ranching. This 12-month, 100% research appointment is housed at San Angelo, TX, with strong preference for base at Sonora Experiment Station, engaging regional stakeholders to address needs through research.

The successful candidate will affiliate with Rangeland, Wildlife & Fisheries Management or Biological and Agricultural Engineering, developing a nationally recognized,