Job Description, Responsibilities & Requirements
About the Position
The Animal and Veterinary Sciences Department at Clemson University is seeking an Assistant Professor (Beef Specialist) for a full-time, twelve-month tenure-track faculty position (70% Research/30% Extension) in Beef Production. The successful candidate will contribute to our research and Extension programs. We are looking for a dynamic individual to fill this position, which offers the opportunity to collaborate and engage in pathbreaking research and Extension with Animal and Veterinary Sciences (AVS) faculty.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to research and Extension programs in Beef Production.
- Collaborate with AVS faculty and other stakeholders.
- Develop evidence-based programming for South Carolina beef producers.
- Recruit and train graduate students through the AVS M.S. and Ph.D. programs.
- Collaborate with faculty at Clemson University’s Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Animal Sciences or a closely related field.
- Solid working knowledge of the beef cattle industry.
- Demonstrated experience in research and outreach supporting the beef industry.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to use a variety of management and training techniques in offering Extension programming for producers.
Nice to Have
- Focus on ruminant nutrition or growth and development.
- Expertise in precision agriculture and artificial intelligence as applied to beef cattle production.
We Offer
- Opportunity to collaborate with a diverse range of faculty and students.
- Work in a state with nearly year-round forage for grazing, supporting beef cattle production.
- Contribute to a growing need for expertise in beef nutrition and supporting systems.
About the Company
The Animal and Veterinary Sciences Department at Clemson University offers a University-level program in South Carolina focused on animal agriculture and allied industries through teaching, research, and Extension/outreach. AVS emphasizes collaboration with other disciplines and stakeholders to improve animal production and health.