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Department of Poultry Science at the University of Georgia is seeking applicants for an Assistant Professor of Poultry Science. The position is a nine-month academic-year tenure track position with a % Research, % Teaching, and 5% Service appointment. Successful applicants will be expected to establish innovative, nationally recognized research and teaching programs that complement existing disciplines and faculty within the department. Potential foci for the position may include, but are not limited to reproductive physiology, assessment of and improvement to avian fertility, stress physiology, neurophysiology, comparative physiology between poultry and other avian species, and/or embryologyThe successful candidate will be expected to obtain extramural funding related to their research and teaching interests that advance subsequent poultry/avian science research, education, and poultry sector innovation. Additional duties include lecturing for established Poultry Science courses, undergraduate and graduate student mentorship, and student recruitment. The incumbent will collaborate and work cooperatively with other scientists and industry clientele and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.The position will be located at the University of Georgia Campus in Athens, Georgia. Additional Requirements Must possess a with a background in poultry/avian science. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Candidates with a demonstrated record of collaborative research, teaching, extramural grant success, program development contributions that integrate applied science, and student mentorship are preferred. Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Establish innovative, nationally recognized research and teaching programs that complement existing disciplines and faculty within the department. Potential foci for the position may include, but are not limited to reproductive physiology, assessment of and improvement to avian fertility, stress physiology, neurophysiology, comparative physiology between poultry and other avian species, and/or embryology. Percentage Of Time Duties/Responsibilities Obtain extramural funding related to their research and teaching interests that advance subsequent poultry/avian science research, education, and poultry sector innovation.Collaborate and work cooperatively with other scientists and industry clientele and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Percentage Of Time Duties/Responsibilities Guest lecturing for established Poultry Science courses, undergraduate and graduate student mentorship, and student recruitment. Percentage Of Time 5