Research Assistant/Associate Professor (Beef Cattle)

Texas A&M University; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Texas is hiring a Research Assistant/Associate Professor to conduct applied research on beef cattle production systems, focusing on nutrition, genetics, and management. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Animal Science and significant experience in beef cattle research. This role includes opportunities in teaching and leading independent research programs, addressing sustainability and profitability challenges in the industry.

Qualifications

• Six years of related experience in beef cattle research.
• Knowledge of current practices and standard care in cattle management.
• Knowledge of a variety of teaching methods for effective learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied research on beef cattle production systems.
• Design, implement, and disseminate research projects.
• Evaluate the economic, environmental, and social impacts of beef cattle production systems.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Technical competence in Beef Cattle Management

Ability to multitask

Education

Ph.D. in Animal Science or related discipline

Tools

Word processing applications

Database applications

Presentation applications

Spreadsheet applications

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.* Develop and lead and 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.* Ph.D. Animal Science or related discipline.* Six years of related experience.* 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.**Background Check Requirements:** The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS.The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee.Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.