Assistant Professor - Extension Poultry Science

Company: University of Georgia
Location: Athens
Posted on: May 24, 2025

Job Description:

Posting Details



Posting Details




Posting Number
F1967P


Working Title
Assistant Professor - Extension Poultry Science


Department
CAES-Poultry Science


About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.


About the College/Unit/Department
The University of Georgia (www.uga.edu) is a preeminent Land Grant institution located 70 miles northeast of Atlanta with excellent opportunities for collaboration with faculty that have diverse research interests. The Department of Poultry Science has exceptional research and live bird facilities, including a hatchery, feed mill, and pilot-scale poultry processing facility. Opportunities for collaboration exist within the department and across the University of Georgia with units such as ecology, engineering, veterinary and biomedical sciences, poultry health and diagnostics as well as local USDA scientists that hold longstanding working relationships with departmental faculty.


College/Unit/Department website
https://poultry.caes.uga.edu/


Posting Type
External


Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP


Employment Type
Employee


Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible


Underutilization
None


Advertised Salary
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.


Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2025


Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)



Job Posting Date
05/13/2024


Job Closing Date



Open until filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit the following documentation: (1) letter of application; (2) curriculum vita; (3) Graduate School transcripts; (4) 1 to 2-page statement of extension philosophy, accomplishments, and future goals; (5) 1 to 2-page statement of research accomplishments and future direction. Applicant screening will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Questions regarding the position should be addressed to Dr. Casey Ritz, Assistant Department Head, critz@uga.edu


Location of Vacancy
Athens Area


EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ().


USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .

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