| Position Title: | Assistant or Associate Professor |
| Salary: | Commensurate with traning and experience. |
| Part/Full: | Full Time |
| Date Available: | 1/1/2010 |
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The appointment will be a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position in the Animal and Dairy Science Department, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, The University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: The appointment will be 75% research/25% teaching. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing an independent research program in theoretical and applied quantitative genetics with emphasis on cattle and swine. Theoretical research responsibilities involve the development of linear and nonlinear models for the genetic evaluation of livestock and the incorporation of genomics information into national genetic evaluation programs. The applied research responsibilities involve assistance in developing methodologies for national and international genetic livestock evaluation programs. Teaching responsibilities will include a graduate level quantitative/molecular genetics course and an undergraduate course in animal breeding/genetics.QUALIFICATIONS: A. Ph.D. in Animal Breeding and Genetics or equivalent.An understanding of theoretical and computational methodology related to the analysis of quantitative and molecular livestock data for the purposes of genetic evaluation. The ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with colleagues in research, teaching and extension is essential. Some course work in the area of molecular genetics and livestock experience is desirable.APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicant must submit original transcripts, complete curriculum vitae, reprints of publications during the last five years, and any other information that reflects professional competence. In addition, applicants should request four letters of reference from individuals who can provide a critical evaluation of the candidate’s research, teaching and other scholarly activities. Applications and letters of reference should be sent to:Dr. J. Keith Bertrand, c/o Janet Rowland, Animal & Dairy Science Department,Rhodes Center, 425 River Road,University Of Georgia,Athens, GA 30602-2771 Telephone: 706/542 6259 FAX: 706/542 2465 E Mail:jrowland@uga.edu THE UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMITIVE ACTION NSTITUTION. | |
| Company/Institution: | The University of Georgia |
| City, State: | Athens, GA |
| Zip Code: | 30602 |
| Country: | United States |
| E-mail: | jrowland@uga.edu |