Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist

Job Title Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Department Poultry Science Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Faculty Position Overview Extension Specialists serve as subject‑matter experts and support the Agency’s mission by providing county, district, regional, and state‑level support. They plan, coordinate, develop, implement, and evaluate extension education programs and educational resources, and conduct applied research related to their area of expertise. The role includes developing programs to disseminate information, providing educational training opportunities, and conducting applied research to assist small flock, niche producers, and the commercial poultry industry with challenges related to quality and safety of poultry products. Key Responsibilities Establish and conduct effective extension education programs for the poultry industry and the people of Texas. Establish strong professional relationships with allied agencies and firms. Serve as the principal resource for interpreting policy concerning the poultry industry. Establish a nationally recognized, extramurally funded extension‑based research program in Poultry Science. Mentor graduate students to achieve extension‑based research goals. Effectively communicate scientific knowledge to stakeholders, regulatory officials, and other clientele. Publish in peer‑reviewed journals. Actively participate in national and regional professional organizations. Participate in youth‑related extension programming. Serve on departmental, college, and university committees. Collect and synthesize information from program development committees, needs assessments, trend data, clientele organizations, and key industry leaders to guide content and priorities. Support agents with programming and content; provide professional development opportunities, mentor, and coach as requested by RPLs, DAs, and ADHs. Develop volunteer training activities. Coordinate and integrate programs, develop evaluation strategies, and demonstrate evidence of program impacts. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, secure grants, and identify revenue sources. Develop, implement, and evaluate innovative educational programs and resources. Conduct applied or translational research aligned with extension programming. Publish and present research findings; support academic pursuits and mentor students. Required Education and Experience Ph.D. in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Food Science, Muscle Biology, Food Engineering, or a related field. Preferred Experience Research and outreach programs for poultry processing, post‑harvest food safety, muscle/protein biology, or a closely related field. Prior industry or regulatory experience. Training in extension or teaching methods. Established publication and funding record. HACCP certification or training. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Write grant proposals and secure external funding. Develop and implement extension programming. Able to publish in peer‑reviewed journals and participate in professional societies. Effective communication skills. Competence with computers, communications, collaboration, word processing, spreadsheet, and statistical‑analysis software. Travel up to 30% and willingness to meet with industry stakeholders. Multi‑task and collaborate cooperatively with others. Reporting Line Extension Specialists report to an Associate Department Head and the respective Department Head or Unit Leader. Regional Program Leaders and Program Area Coordinators provide input into the specialist’s annual review. Equal Opportunity Statement Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr