Research Assistant/Associate Professor (Beef Cattle)

Prairie View A&M University; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a Research Assistant/Associate Professor (Beef Cattle) in the Cooperative Agricultural Research Center. This joint appointment (CARC 75%, CEP 25%) focuses on applied beef cattle research spanning nutrition, reproduction, genetics, and management.

Candidates must hold a PhD in Animal Science or related discipline and have at least six years of beef cattle research experience.

Qualifications

• PhD in Animal Science or related discipline.
• Six years of related beef cattle research experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an independent, extramurally funded, nationally/internationally recognized research program in beef cattle nutrition, reproduction, stress physiology, and/or livestock production management, including grazing, receiving, backgrounding, nutrient utilization and reproductive physiology.
• 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 through publications, presentations, and workshops, and present at national and international meetings; publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Participate in college-wide events, activities, committees and perform other duties as deemed necessary.

Skills

Supervising

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

PhD in Animal Science or related discipline

Tools

Word processing

Database

Presentation software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Job Title

Research Assistant/Associate Professor (Beef Cattle)

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 an 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

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Background Check Requirements

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

About Us

For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land‑grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.

PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!