Assistant or Associate Extension Professor – in Dairy Cattle

Assistant or Associate Extension Professor – in Dairy Cattle Production and Management

Requisition ID: 2024-8473
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Logan
Category: Faculty
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Faculty
College: College of Agriculture and Applied Sc
Department: Animal Dairy and Veterinary Sciences
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Overview
The Department of Animal, Dairy and Veterinary Sciences (ADVS) at Utah State University (USU) is seeking applicants for an Assistant or Associate Extension Professor. This opportunity is a 12-month, tenure-track faculty position in Dairy Cattle Extension that will contribute to the Extension (70%), Teaching (25%), and Service (5%) missions of the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences (CAAS) at USU. The successful candidate will be responsible for statewide educational programs that focus on the needs of Utah dairy cattle producers and industry partners.

The successful candidate will be responsible for statewide educational and service programs that support Utahs dairy industry, focusing on improving profitability and sustainability across operations of all sizes, including commercial, small-scale, and artisan producers. These programs should address key aspects of dairy production, such as animal health, welfare, nutrition, reproduction, general management practices, nutrient and manure management, and new technologies like robotic milking systems. The candidate will work closely with stakeholders throughout the state to develop and implement programs that benefit the dairy industry. In addition to traditional outreach methods, such as seminars, workshops, one-on-one consultations, Extension Fact Sheets, and handbooks, newer methodologies like eLearning (e.g., interactive video conferencing) and social media tools (e.g., blogs, webinars) will be used to expand the reach of Extension programs. The incumbent must demonstrate a passion for and knowledge of the dairy industry, the ability to work effectively with agricultural communities, and experience with Extension. Staying current with relevant research and industry innovations, they will apply these findings to Utah dairy producers and explore opportunities for vertical expansion, such as farm-level processing. The successful candidate will conduct original, applied research to address industry information gaps, collaborate with Extension faculty statewide, and publish findings in refereed journals and popular press. Competing for external funding to support these research activities will also be expected.

A candidate with suitable experience will be considered for the role of Dairy Programs Director, with the responsibility to coordinate dairy operations and educational programs in collaboration with the ADVS department and the Utah Agricultural Experiment Station. As Director, this faculty member will update and implement standard operating procedures for the Caine Dairy Teaching and Research Center, ensuring optimal daily care and management of all dairy cattle. The successful candidate will oversee infrastructure maintenance and improvements and will work closely with ADVS and UAES financial… For full info follow application link.

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