University of California - Davis
Assistant Professor of Animal Genetics
University of California - Davis, Davis, California, us, 95617
Position OverviewSalary range:
The salary range for this position is $102,200 - $125,400 (annual). "Off-scale salaries" and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience.Application WindowOpen date:
September 13, 2024Next review date:
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date:
Monday, Mar 3, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.Position DescriptionThe Department of Animal Science in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at the University of California, Davis is recruiting an Assistant Professor of Animal Genetics. This is an academic year (9-month), tenure track Assistant Professor position that includes an appointment in the California Agricultural Experiment Station (AES). Faculty members who hold an Agricultural Experiment Station appointment have a responsibility to conduct research and outreach relevant to the mission of the California Agricultural Experiment Station. Participation in outreach programs and performance of university service are also expected.The appointee is expected to establish a competitively funded research program in Animal Genetics to address critical and emerging issues in the genetic improvement of food animal populations. We seek candidates who will leverage emerging methods and technologies, which may include genome editing, multi-omics approaches, novel quantitative genetic methods, stem cell biology, or reproductive biology, and integrate these with classical genetic improvement approaches to achieve this objective. Typical teaching loads are 2.5 courses per year, on average, determined in consultation with the Department Chair. The appointee will teach one large course per year in animal genetics (Animal Genetics & Breeding, ANG 107) and another specialized course in the candidate's area of expertise (e.g., ANS123, ANS133). The appointee will contribute to graduate student mentoring and teaching. Participation in and development of public outreach and/or community engagement programs, and performance of departmental and university service is expected. Applicants are expected to develop strategies for connecting novel information on the animal genetics of their species of interest to applied research that ultimately benefits stakeholders. This position is expected to collaborate with Cooperative Extension specialists and advisors, partners in allied industries or other appropriate public stakeholders.This recruitment is conducted at the assistant rank. The resulting hire will be at the assistant rank, regardless of the proposed appointee's qualifications.Initial review of applications will be conducted using anonymized versions of the Statement of Research and Future Research Plans and the Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Applications demonstrating sufficient potential based on this review will be advanced to full review.The University of California is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence, where all individuals who participate in University programs and activities can work and learn together in a safe and secure environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation.QualificationsBasic qualifications
(required at time of application): Ph.D. or equivalent in a field of Animal Breeding and Genetics, Animal Science, Animal Biology, Genetics, Genomics, or related field of food animal genetics at the time of appointment.Preferred qualifications
(other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position):Post doctoral experience preferred.Evidence of leadership and organizational skills relevant to the development of a successful research, teaching and outreach program in the discipline of animal genetics.Evidence of scholarship during graduate and post-graduate activities.Demonstrated ability or potential to obtain extramural support for research activities.Interest, understanding, and commitment to contributing to diversity. Demonstrated ability to contribute to diversity and inclusion of groups that are underrepresented in the academy through extension education, research, and/or service would be a plus.Demonstrated ability or potential to develop and instruct undergraduate and graduate courses and to present information to scientific audiences.Willingness and interest to advise undergraduates.Demonstrated ability or potential and interest to mentor M.S. and Ph.D. students.Evidence of communication skills and collegiality consistent with effective departmental, campus and professional citizenship.Interest, understanding, and commitment to the objectives of a land-grant university and the Agricultural Experiment Station including mission-oriented research and substantive outreach engagement programming.Application RequirementsDocument requirementsCurriculum Vitae with publication list.Cover Letter (Optional).Statement of Research Accomplishments and Future Research Plans relevant to Animal Genetics.Statement of Teaching Accomplishments and Philosophy.Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.Transcripts (if within 5 years of PhD) (Optional).Authorization to Release Information Form.Up to three publications.Reference requirements:
3-5 letters of reference required. Please upload three professional (non UC Davis) letters of recommendation at time of application.Apply link:
https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06726Help contact:
lllovgren@ucdavis.eduAbout UC DavisUC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.The university is consistently ranked among the top institutions in the world for campus sustainability practices by the UI Green Metric World University Rankings. UC Davis is focused on achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and repeatedly shown its commitment to preserving a healthy and sustainable environment for generations to come.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.Job location:
Davis, CA
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The salary range for this position is $102,200 - $125,400 (annual). "Off-scale salaries" and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience.Application WindowOpen date:
September 13, 2024Next review date:
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date:
Monday, Mar 3, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.Position DescriptionThe Department of Animal Science in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at the University of California, Davis is recruiting an Assistant Professor of Animal Genetics. This is an academic year (9-month), tenure track Assistant Professor position that includes an appointment in the California Agricultural Experiment Station (AES). Faculty members who hold an Agricultural Experiment Station appointment have a responsibility to conduct research and outreach relevant to the mission of the California Agricultural Experiment Station. Participation in outreach programs and performance of university service are also expected.The appointee is expected to establish a competitively funded research program in Animal Genetics to address critical and emerging issues in the genetic improvement of food animal populations. We seek candidates who will leverage emerging methods and technologies, which may include genome editing, multi-omics approaches, novel quantitative genetic methods, stem cell biology, or reproductive biology, and integrate these with classical genetic improvement approaches to achieve this objective. Typical teaching loads are 2.5 courses per year, on average, determined in consultation with the Department Chair. The appointee will teach one large course per year in animal genetics (Animal Genetics & Breeding, ANG 107) and another specialized course in the candidate's area of expertise (e.g., ANS123, ANS133). The appointee will contribute to graduate student mentoring and teaching. Participation in and development of public outreach and/or community engagement programs, and performance of departmental and university service is expected. Applicants are expected to develop strategies for connecting novel information on the animal genetics of their species of interest to applied research that ultimately benefits stakeholders. This position is expected to collaborate with Cooperative Extension specialists and advisors, partners in allied industries or other appropriate public stakeholders.This recruitment is conducted at the assistant rank. The resulting hire will be at the assistant rank, regardless of the proposed appointee's qualifications.Initial review of applications will be conducted using anonymized versions of the Statement of Research and Future Research Plans and the Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Applications demonstrating sufficient potential based on this review will be advanced to full review.The University of California is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence, where all individuals who participate in University programs and activities can work and learn together in a safe and secure environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation.QualificationsBasic qualifications
(required at time of application): Ph.D. or equivalent in a field of Animal Breeding and Genetics, Animal Science, Animal Biology, Genetics, Genomics, or related field of food animal genetics at the time of appointment.Preferred qualifications
(other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position):Post doctoral experience preferred.Evidence of leadership and organizational skills relevant to the development of a successful research, teaching and outreach program in the discipline of animal genetics.Evidence of scholarship during graduate and post-graduate activities.Demonstrated ability or potential to obtain extramural support for research activities.Interest, understanding, and commitment to contributing to diversity. Demonstrated ability to contribute to diversity and inclusion of groups that are underrepresented in the academy through extension education, research, and/or service would be a plus.Demonstrated ability or potential to develop and instruct undergraduate and graduate courses and to present information to scientific audiences.Willingness and interest to advise undergraduates.Demonstrated ability or potential and interest to mentor M.S. and Ph.D. students.Evidence of communication skills and collegiality consistent with effective departmental, campus and professional citizenship.Interest, understanding, and commitment to the objectives of a land-grant university and the Agricultural Experiment Station including mission-oriented research and substantive outreach engagement programming.Application RequirementsDocument requirementsCurriculum Vitae with publication list.Cover Letter (Optional).Statement of Research Accomplishments and Future Research Plans relevant to Animal Genetics.Statement of Teaching Accomplishments and Philosophy.Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.Transcripts (if within 5 years of PhD) (Optional).Authorization to Release Information Form.Up to three publications.Reference requirements:
3-5 letters of reference required. Please upload three professional (non UC Davis) letters of recommendation at time of application.Apply link:
https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06726Help contact:
lllovgren@ucdavis.eduAbout UC DavisUC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.The university is consistently ranked among the top institutions in the world for campus sustainability practices by the UI Green Metric World University Rankings. UC Davis is focused on achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and repeatedly shown its commitment to preserving a healthy and sustainable environment for generations to come.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.Job location:
Davis, CA
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