Assistant/Associate Professor of Animal Science/Poultry Science Print Assistant/Associate Professor of Animal Science/Poultry Science Salary $71,650.00 - $84,063.00 Annually Location Normal Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202300820 Department Food & Animal Sciences Opening Date 06/08/2026 Description Benefits Questions Description Summary:The Department of Food and Animal Sciences invites applications for a 9-month
faculty position (with additional opportunities for summer appointment) in poultry science. Rank and tenure status are negotiable based on qualifications. The successful candidate will develop an integrated research and outreach program focused on poultry production systems, with particular emphasis on limited-resource small farms and low-income communities. Potential areas of expertise include poultry production,
health, management, nutrition, reproduction, sanitation, confinement, daily maintenance, and related production practices. The candidate will also contribute to Alabama poultry production systems and participate in teaching, advising, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Examples of Duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for oversight of poultry operations and researchTeach 3
undergraduate courses per semester and 1 graduate course. Develop a multidisciplinary independent research program via generation of extramural research fundsParticipate in interdisciplinary research activitiesAssist/advise undergraduate/graduate studentsServe on committees as assignedParticipate in student recruitment and retention activitiesExecute any other duties and responsibilities that are assigned by the
department chair Typical Qualifications Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.): Earned Ph.D. in poultry science or related field with emphasis in poultry related topics or similar focus. Candidates must have excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to foster a positive team atmosphere.Other Qualifications:Documented evidence of individual and/or
collaborative research resulting in peer- reviewed publications.Show evidence of interdisciplinary collaborations with diverse audiences including faculty, stakeholders, and other clientele within and external to the university.Demonstrate skills in securing grants or strong potential to secure extramural funding.Show experience and interest in mentoring and teaching students from diverse cultural and ethnic
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