Animal Scientist jobs in Oklahoma City, OK

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

002011

Campus:

Langston

Department:

LANGSTON

Location Address:

701 Sammy Davis Jr Dr
Langston, Oklahoma, 73050
United States

Hiring Supervisor:

Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding):

0.00 - 70,000.00, Commensurate with education and experience

Work Schedule:

M-F (8:00 AM-5:00 PM)

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK/RESPONSIBILITIES: This position is a three-way split (65% research, 25% teaching, and 10% extension). The successful candidate will be expected to conduct research with goats, hair sheep and/or beef cattle in the LU-SL/SAAS. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a nationally and internationally recognized research program in basic and/or applied animal breeding and genetics field. The incumbent is expected to procure extramural funds for support of a vibrant research program, and collaborate with other scientists on varied research of interest. The individual is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in his/her area of expertise, supervise student workers, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidate is also expected to participate in extension programs.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: A PhD in Animal Science or closely related discipline is required. Profound knowledge and experience in animal breeding, molecular breeding, animal genetics, quantitative genetics, biological informatics, or molecular biology is required. The incumbent should have a demonstrated interest in cattle, goats and (or) hair sheep with a strong background in ruminant research. The incumbent must have a demonstrated ability to conduct research appropriate for publication in peer-reviewed journals. The incumbent should be knowledgeable in methods of data handling and statistical analyses used in animal science research. The person must be willing to teach in relevant areas and participate in extension programs. The successful candidate will be expected to have considerable skills in oral and written communications. Capacity to work cooperatively with others for successful teamwork is necessary.

NOTE: Although experience is a desired quality for this position, even more important is an expressed passion for work, ability to learn quickly, optimistic attitude, desire for service to people and communities and the ability to be the ultimate teammate. In this regard, the position offers exceptional growth opportunities for an early to mid-career professional and for collaborative work.

Langston University (LU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, LU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.