Associate/Full Professor and Extension Swine Specialist – Farm Credit Services of America Endowed Chair in Swine Production Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Associate/Full Professor and Extension Swine Specialist – Farm Credit Services of America Endowed Chair in Swine Production Posting Number F01905P
Department SDSU- Animal Science Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings Posting Text South Dakota State University’s (SDSU) Department of Animal Science is excited to announce a unique opportunity as Associate/Full Professor and Extension Swine Specialist – Farm Credit Services of America Endowed Chair in Swine Production. This position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact through innovative
Extension programming and research. Reporting to the Department Head of Animal Science, the individual in this role will have the support and resources to thrive. This position is located in Brookings. This position is a 9 Month, full-time, benefits-eligible position. Our department is proud to be a part of a land-grant university and our focuses on the three primary missions which are learning, discovery and
engagement. Our award winning faculty, meat science lab and livestock teaching and research units provide hands-on learning opportunities and prepare students for successful careers in the animal industry, meat industry, veterinary medicine, academia and other agricultural careers. The successful candidate will be tasked with leading an applied swine production Extension program to address the pressing needs and
production challenges of pig producers. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:This role is 90% Extension and 10% teaching. The incumbent will be an integral team member of a nationally recognized Swine Extension and research program that is relevant to swine producers in South Dakota, the region, and the United States. Extension responsibilities
include being a significant contributor to our web-based Extension platform and working directly with producers to identify their needs and developing programs to meet those needs. Strong collaboration with faculty from Animal Science, Ag & Biosystems Engineering, Veterinary Science, and the Ness School of Management and Economics is expected, as is establishing a very close relationship with the SD Pork Producers
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