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Tuskegee University

Position Information Position Title Research Extension Assistant Professor or Instructor, Animal ... Yes Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work? Yes Will this positon be ...

Allina Health

$37.04 - $50.77/hr

No weekends * The role is with the Allina Health Cancer Institute Research team, and prior oncology ... Provide applicable sections of the study protocol to clinical staff to assist with training.

Auburn

Research Associate

Auburn, AL · On-site

The Research Associate will assist with data collection, analysis, report writing, and stakeholder engagement to inform research and extension programming in support of multiple sponsored programs.

Auburn University

Research Fellow

Auburn University, AL · On-site

$45K/yr

Overview Auburn University is seeking a Research Fellow to assist with and conduct original research, including planning, maintaining, and completing research programs and projects focused on the ...

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Research Extension Assistant Professor or Instructor, Animal Science

Tuskegee, AL • On-site

Tuskegee University
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Job description

Research Extension Assistant Professor or Instructor, Animal Science Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

  • Tuskegee University employment application
  • Resume/CV
  • Copies of unofficial transcripts.
  • Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Research Extension Assistant Professor or Instructor, Animal Science

Job Summary

The College of Agriculture, Environment and Nutrition Sciences ( CAENS ) invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate professor in the Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences in the area(s) of animal and veterinary sciences. The appointment will hold between research, extension and/or teaching responsibilities.

  • Teach courses in animal and veterinary sciences.
  • Provide leadership in animal and/or veterinary science related research and/or extension programs working with socially and historically disadvantaged farmers in Alabama particularly, the Black Belt Region utilizing innovative practices related with an emphasis on sustainable meat goat and beef cattle production systems.
  • Collaborate with colleagues in a complimentary role in carrying out current and/or developing new programming on animal production to train producers and others as an active member of the TU Cooperative Extension program.
  • Establish and maintain a competitive extramurally funded programming in animal and veterinary sciences that will serve the livestock industry in Alabama and beyond.
  • Pursue creative, scholarly and professional activities at all appropriate levels including administrative, supervisory, and other functions.
  • Participate in student advisement, curriculum development, student activities and collegewide committees.
  • Work closely with undergraduate and graduate students within the college and other stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Animal Science, Veterinary Science, or a related field or a DVM , with strong foundation in molecular biology/biotechnology and related areas, including data science.
  • Record of successful teaching demonstrated scholarship.
Physical Demands
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment
  • Ability to walk short distances
  • Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items
  • Ability to view a computer terminal
FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Status

Status Full-Time

Skills and Attributes

Knowledge:

  • A proven interest and understanding of animal production and the ability to develop a research/extension program in the area of animal sciences.
  • Record of peer-reviewed publications (journal articles, technical documents, etc.)
Skills:
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • A proven record of grant application experience and industry support for educational initiatives is preferred.
Ability:
  • Ability to work independently and on a team.
  • University level teaching experience is also preferred

Posting Number F832

Will this position required travel?

Yes

Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?

Yes

Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?

Yes

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date 02/11/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions Summary

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

  • Tuskegee University employment application
  • Resume/CV
  • Copies of unofficial transcripts.
  • Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Do you have a Ph.D. in Animal Science, Veterinary Science, or a related field or a DVM, with strong foundation in molecular biology/biotechnology and related areas, including data science?
    • yes
    • no
  • * Give an example of your ability to develop a research/extension program in the area of animal sciences..

    (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Transcript 1
  • Letter of Recommendation 1
  • Letter of Recommendation 2
  • Letter of Recommendation 3

Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter
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