Assistant Professor of Meat Science

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose:

Lincoln University is seeking highly motivated and creative individuals to apply for the position of Assistant Professor of Meat Sciences. The successful candidate will be the research leader of a new state-of-the-art, state-inspected meat processing facility. This is a full-time, non-tenure track, full-benefit eligible faculty position in the College of Agriculture, Environmental, and Human Sciences with 75% research and 25% extension appointment.

Essential Job Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop a high-impact, nationally recognized, research program centered on Small Ruminant and Meat Sciences (SRMS) to address critical and emerging issues in the meat industry within Missouri and beyond.
• Conduct innovative research as well as science-backed educational outreach which aligns with producer and stakeholder's needs.
• Write grant proposals for extramural, competitive funding to support the SRMS research and outreach program.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and contribute to relevant professional societies.
• Collaborate with faculty within the University and other institutions to broaden the impact of SRMS research and outreach program.
• Work closely with the University's research farms, extension educators, small ruminant and livestock producers, and public-private partners.
• May be required to teach courses related to Meat Science, supervise undergraduate and graduate students, and provide department, college, and university services as assigned.
• Work closely with the Meat Processing Facility Manager to coordinate the slaughter, processing, packaging, and development of value-added meat products.
• Develop Safety and HAACP Plans as well as Standard Operating Producers for the meat processing facility.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements of the Missouri Department of Agriculture's Meat Inspection Program and required certification for this position and facility.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean or Associate Research Director.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to conduct quality research, publish research articles in peer-reviewed journals and secure extramural funding through grant proposals.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A collaborative mindset, valuing different perspectives and working effectively in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Meat Science or closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise and experience in meat science is required.
• Background in experimental design, data management and statistical analysis is required.
• Experience in slaughter, processing, and packaging of meat products is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with postdoctoral research in meat science and/or closely related field.
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals related to meat science or closely related field.
• Familiarity with critical and emerging issues in the meat industry.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to drive vehicles and must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift moderately heavy objects.

Lincoln University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and institutional needs. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.