Assistant Professor Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Position Information Position Title Assistant Professor-Meat Science
Division College of Agriculture
Department Agricultural Science
Number of hours per week 37.5
Days to be worked Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Months per year Fiscal (12 months)
If modified, list months Job Type Full-Time
Campus Main Campus
If other location, please indicate Position Number 105205
Advertised Salary Commensurate with education and experience
Pay Basis Monthly
Job Description Tennessee State University invites applications for the Assistant Professor-Meat Science position. This is a 12-month, tenure-track position in the Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.
Duties will include research, outreach, and teaching with the primary focus on research in an area of meat science with emphasis on meat quality, carcass composition, product development, meat safety, and(or) postmortem processing methodologies.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop an independent, extramurally funded research program supporting the needs of Tennessee livestock producers and meat processors to maintain and market safe and healthy meat products. Development of strategies to increase livestock harvest capacity in the region is a priority. The successful applicant will be expected to generate research data suitable for research publications and outreach factsheets. The individual assuming this position will be expected to interact and collaborate with other departmental researchers working in the areas of meat animal production and food science. Working relationships with livestock producer groups, meat processors, and other meat industry interests should be developed. The university maintains research populations of cattle, goats, and poultry. The successful candidate will be engaged in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Minimum Qualifications An earned Ph.D. degree in meat science, animal science, muscle biology or other related discipline is required. Postdoctoral research/industry experience is desirable. Candidates should have demonstrated verbal and written communication skills in a professional academic setting. The applicant should have experience with livestock harvesting, carcass fabrication, meat quality assurance, and meat industry HACCP protocol requirements. Evidence of working with diverse stakeholders and in team settings is desired. Ability to attract extramural funding to support research and outreach activities within the meat science discipline is essential. A record of scientific publications is expected. Grant writing efforts should also be presented. Indicate experience in mentoring students. Candidates must be supportive of the tripartite Land-Grant mission of teaching, research and extension. Special Instructions to Applicants Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University.
Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire.
An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section.
You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided. Open Date 05/19/2025
Close Date 06/17/2025
Job Category Faculty
Requisition Number F090P
Benefits Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.