Tenure-Track Swine Nutrition Professor

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure-eligible Assistant or Associate Professor position in Swine Nutrition in the Animal and Food Sciences department. The anticipated effort is 85% research, 10% instruction and 5% service, with emphasis on nutrient utilization, metabolism, and intestinal physiology.

Candidates will build a funded program, teach graduate and undergraduate courses, mentor students, and collaborate with extension educators and industry partners.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Animal Science or closely allied field.
• Demonstrated record of peer‑reviewed publications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a nationally recognized research program in swine nutrition.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate education.
• Teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses depending on qualifications.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students; engage with extension educators.
• Collaborate with industry to address swine industry challenges.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Animal Science

Job description

University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure-eligible Assistant or Associate Professor position in Swine Nutrition in the Animal and Food Sciences department. The anticipated effort is 85% research, 10% instruction and 5% service, with emphasis on nutrient utilization, metabolism, and intestinal physiology.

Candidates will build a funded program, teach graduate and undergraduate courses, mentor students, and collaborate with extension educators and industry partners.