Posted: 21-May-25
Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas
Type: Full Time
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Required Education:
Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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Department:
ANSC | Animal Sciences
Department's Website:
https://animal-science.uark.edu/Summary of Job Duties:
Position: Assistant Professor of Animal Science specializing in Meat Science and Muscle Biology with 80% Research (Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station) and 20% Teaching (Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences) appointment. The position is a 12-month, tenure-track appointment in the Department of Animal Science at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to:
1) Develop a nationally competitive and extramurally-funded research program in meat science and muscle biology in beef and/or pork.
2) Interact with faculty, staff and students within the Department of Animal Science and across campus.
3) Interface with animal science industry personnel, spanning those in production agriculture through those in relevant aspects of fundamental science to develop cross-spectrum industry collaboration in conducting research, implementing findings, and contributing to departmental outreach programs.
4) Develop and participate in interdisciplinary and inter-institutional/agency research collaboration to address research issues.
5) Develop and teach graduate and undergraduate courses based on the interests and needs, and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
6) Serve as faculty coordinator for the UA Meat Extension Program, Red Meat Abattoir (includes cooler rooms, cutting room, freezers and equipment for most routine processing of red meats) and Meat Sensory Kitchen and Display Laboratory.
Qualifications:
An earned doctorate in Animal Science, Food Science, or a related field with emphasis on meat science with documented experience and training in research tools relative to meat science and meat production. Areas of expertise could include, but are not limited to, carcass composition evaluation/fabrication, meat quality and nutritional value, processed meat, and muscle growth and biology in beef and/or pork. Demonstrated excellence in conducting and publishing high-impact research, developing an independent research program, and collaborating within interdisciplinary teams of scientists. Strong speaking and writing communication skills are required. Experience teaching in undergraduate and graduate settings. Successful candidate will be expected to contribute to 2-3 courses within the department including ‘Introduction to Animal Evaluation and Handling’ and ‘Meat Science’.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in research that encompasses translational and applied meat science. A demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications of original research, extramural funding in preferred research areas as well as experience in teaching or assisting in teaching at the university level are also preferred. Previous experience in extension/outreach activities are also preferred.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)
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Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Dr. Derico Setyabrata, Assistant Professor of Meat Science
dericos@uark.edu