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T h e procedures t o be f o l l o w e d by prospective e m p l o y e e s and b y firms or universities in the
submission o f i n f o r m a t i o n t o be listed in this Placement section m a y be f o u n d in t h e Placement
section o f t h e J a n u a r y 1979 issue o f this j o u r n a l .
The Department of Animal Production of CATIE
in Turrialba, Costa Rica is seeking candidates for a
position as Coordinator of Activities in the area of
Technology Transfer in Applied Animal Science in
Central American and Caribbean countries. The work
involves ability to screen techniques available into the
most valuable for implementation by small producers.
This work entails direct command of several residents
in member countries and ability to assist chairman of
the Department in obtaining help of supporting agencies. Required Ph.D. degree and no less than 5 years
experience in management of research or extension
programs in animal science. Knowledge of Spanish is
desirable. International privileges granted.
Applicants should send pertinent papers with separate lists of refereed and nonrefereed publications (no
reprints required) to Jorge De Alba, Ganaderia, CATIE,
Turrialba, Cost Rica.
contribute to interdisciplinary team research and
teaching is essential.
Submit resume of education including transcripts,
professional experience list of publications and other
completed work and have a minimum of three letters
of recommendation sent to Dr. Robert W. Rogers, Department of Animal Science, Drawer 5228, Mississippi
State University, Mississippi State, MS 39762 by May
15, 1983. Position to be filled by July 1,1983 if possible. Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
The Department of Animal Science, University of
California, Davis invites applications for a tenure track
appointment at the assistant professor-nutrition level.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent, with training in Ruminant Nutrition. Background and interest in
dairy cattle production are preferred. Candidates will
be expected to develop an independent research program which emphasizes the nutritional biochemistry
of the dairy cow. Teaching animal production with
participation in other undergraduate and graduate
courses and advising undergraduates majoring in Animal Science are expected. Applicants should submit
curriculum vita, transcripts, bibliography and the
names and addresses of three referees by June 1, 1983
to: W. N. Garrett, Chairman, Search Committee, Department of Animal Science, University of California,
Davis, CA 95616. The University of California is an
equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
and invites applications from all qualified individuals.
The Department of Animal Production of CATIE
in Turrialba, Costa Rica is seeking candidates for the
position of coordinator of research and teaching. The
work is to be carried out under the direct guidance of
Chairman of the Department and will have direct command over five subject matter areas in tropical animal
science; the research farm and graduate students in the
separate areas. Required Ph.D. degree and at least 5
years experience in management of research or graduate study programs, or a career in subject matter research preferably with some tropical experience.
Knowledge of Spanish or French is desirable. International privileges granted for residence in Costa Rica.
Applicant should send pertinent papers with separate lists of refereed and nonrefereed publications (no
reprints required) to Jorge De Alba, Ganaderia, CATI E,
Turrialba, Costa Rica.
Morehead State University invites applications for
a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor Agriculture (Animal Science). Duties include teaching undergraduate courses in animal science, including livestock
production and management, plus planning and supervision of the livestock herds and flocks at the university farm. Opportunities exist for applied and demonstrational research. Must have an earned doctorate in
animal science, preferably with emphasis in livestock
production and management. Farm background and
teaching experience preferred. Send letter of application, resume, transcripts and names of three references
to Head, Department of Agriculture, Morehead State
University, UPO 702, Morehead, KY 40351. Closing
date is May 31, 1983. Date of appointment is July 1,
1983. MSU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer.
The Nova Scotia Agricultural College offers a B.S.
program and a two-year technical program. A faculty
expansion is in progress to accommodate the full B.S.
program. Animal Scientists with an interest in teaching
and conducting research in a small college atmosphere
should send resumes to Dr. L. M. Cock, Head, Dept.
of Animal Science, N.S.A.C., P.O. Box 550, Truro,
Nova Scotia B2N 5E3. Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and discipline areas of priority are Animal Breeding, Ruminant Nutrition, Animal Behavior
and Dairy Cattle Management.
The Department of Animal Science, Mississippi
State University, is inviting applications for a tenure
track appointment at the Assistant Professor level. Applicant must have a Ph.D. with training in beef cattle
management and ruminant nutrition with an interest
in beef cattle management research. The initial appointment will be approximately 40% teaching and
60% research. Ability to communicate effectively and
The California State University, Fresno announces
the vacancy of a position for Professor/associate, professor/assistant, professor/lecturer. The appointment is
available June 1, 1983 and salary is dependent upon
academic preparation and professional performance.
Teaching load: 12 semester units. Course level: Under-
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graduate and graduate. Specific position characteristics
include: Academic year plus continuing summer duties.
Teaching responsibilities include courses in swine production, livestock evaluation, animal breeding, and
may include courses in animal nutrition. The exact assignment is dependent upon departmental needs. The
successful candidate is responsible for the supervision
of the University swine unit, advising students in commercial and show projects with swine, and coaching
the intercollegiate livestock judging team. The person
holding this position is also expected to (a) relate to
the swine industry of California; (b) promote public
relations between the University and all segments of
the swine industry, and (c) secure research grants for
the swine program. Qualifications include: a Ph.D. for
appointment to a professorial rank. The minimum requirement for appointment to a lectureship (temporary position) is an appropriate master's degree. Teaching or other professional experience is preferred. For
more information please contact: John W. Edwards,
Professor, Department of Animal Science, California
State University, Fresno, CA 93740, (209)294-2971.
California State University has an affirmative action
program. Applications from all qualified individuals
are welcomed, and there are no racial, ethnic, religious, age, or sex qualifications for this position. The
University also complies with the regulations of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and does not discriminate
against the handicapped.
Assistant, associate, or professor in animal breeding. Responsibilities will be to conduct breeding research on a seedstock beef herd. Must have a strong
quantitative background and be able to provide leadership to the University of Marytand--Wye Angus program. Required: Ph.D. in animal breeding and experience or exceptional credentials. Submit curriculum
vita, three letters of recommendation, and transcripts
to W. R. Stricklin, Chairman of Search Committee,
Department of Animal Sciences, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, by May 1, 1983. The
University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
employer.
Cooperative Extension at the University of California, Davis invites applications for the position of
Dairy Scientist, Milking Management/Equipment
(#8304), Graduate training in engineering is preferred;
candidates also must have a sound knowledge of dairy
science through education or experience. Primary responsibility is to develop Extension education programs and to provide training in milking management
and equipment for county Extension staff and practicing veterinarians. Applicants must have a definite
interest in and commitment to Extension. Conduct of
applied research and field trials is possible where the
work supports the Extension program. Candidate
would be expected to interrelate with faculty in the
milking management research area, including the Departments of Animal Science, Agricultural Engineering,
Food Science and Technology, and School of Veterinary Medicine. Closing date is approximately May 1,
1983. Starting salary is between $24,600--$28,600.
Contact: Cooperative Extension Personnel, 331 University Hall, University of California, Berkeley, CA
94720. (415)642-9300 x40 (after 3/23/83: (415)
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644-4320.) The University of California solicits applications from females and ethnic minorities and is
an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
M/F/H.
Cooperative Extension at the University of California, Davis invites applications for the position of
Animal Scientist-Reproduction (@8305). A Ph.D. in
Animal or Dairy Science is preferred; applicants with a
combination of an M.S. in Animal or Dairy Science, a
D.V.M. and considerable experience in the area of reproduction will be considered. Primary responsibility
is to develop Extension education programs and to
provide training for county Extension staff in reproductive management of beef and dairy cattle. Secondary responsibility is in reproduction of sheep, swine,
horses, and dairy goats. Applicants must have a
definite interest in and commitment to Extension.
Conduct of applied research and field trials is possible
where the work supports the Extension program.
Candidate would be expected to interrelate with
faculty in the reproduction research area, including
the Department of Reproduction in the School of
Veterinary Medicine. Beginning salary is between
$24,600--$28,600. Closing date is approximately May
1, 1983. Contact: Cooperative Extension Personnel,
331 University Hall, University of California, Berkeley,
CA 94720. (415)642-9300 x40 (after 3/23/83: (415)
644-4320.) The University of California solicits
applications from females and ethnic minorities and is
an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
M/F/H.
Position in Dairy Science: The Department of
Animal Sciences at Washington State University seeks
a faculty member at the Assistant/Associate rank for a
tenure track teaching/research position. Research
should include basic approaches to important problems of the dairy industry. Teaching responsibilities
will include undergraduate courses in dairy production
and management. For more information write: Dr. J.
K. Hilters, Chair, Screening Committee, Department of
Animal Sciences, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164-6310. (509)335-4022. Review of applications will begin May 30, 1983. Washington State
University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer.
West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia is seeking applications for the position of Extension Livestock Specialist-Sheep. The appointment is
a 12 month tenure tracked position. The applicant
should have a Ph.D. in animal production with emphasis in sheep production and ruminant nutrition.
Responsibilities will include the developing of extension programs in the area of sheep production and
management and cooperate with other extension
specialists in livestock nutrition. Interested persons
should submit a detailed resume (including copies of
their college transcripts) and have at least three letters
of recommendation sent to: Dr. Thomas Galvin,
Interim Chairman, Division of Animal and Veterinary
Sciences, West Virginia University, G03B Agricultural
Sciences Building, Morgantown, WV 26506. (304)2932231. The University is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer.
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The Department of Animal and Poultry Science,
Ontario Agricultural College, University of Guelph,
Guelph, Ontario, Canada is seeking applicants with a
Ph.D. degree for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate
Professor position in Genetic Engineering. The successful applicant will be expected to develop a strong research endeavor directed towards practical results.
Competence regarding regulation of gene expression
and experience in the use of recombinant DNA techniques and(or) embryo manipulation are desirable.
The incumbent will be expected to participate in
the ongoing undergraduate and graduate teaching program of the department. Applicants should mail curriculum vitae, a statement of current and future research goals, and a list of four referees by May 15,
1983 to: Dr. R. R. Hacker, Chairman, Department
of Animal and Poultry Science, University of Guelph,
Guelph, Ontario, Canada, N1G 2W1. In accordance
with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will
be given to Canadian citizens and residents of Canada.
Position subject to final budgetary approval.
Assistant Professor of Agronomy. Individual will
teach Crop Science and Crop Management in the B.S.
degree program and Forage Management in the A.S.
degree program, and will develop a research program
with annual and perennial forage crops, grains and
other crops which have potential benefit to Maine's
agricultural industries, especially the animal industry.
A Ph.D. in Agronomy or Plant Science is required. Application deadline is July 1, 1983. Send biographical
material, university transcripts, list of publications
along with names and addresses of four professional
references to: Dr. Vaughn Holyoke, Chairman, Search
Committee, Plant and Soil Sciences, 413 Deering Hall,
University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469. (207)5812922. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
The Department of Meat and Animal Science at
the University of Wisconsin, Madison, is seeking an Extension Livestock Specialist/Assistant
Professor in
ruminant nutrition. Primary responsibility will be coordination of statewide extension programs in beef
(major emphasis) and sheep production. If desired, an
appointment up to 20% can be made in ruminant nutrition research. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in ruminant nutrition, a strong interest in extension education, effective communication skills and practical experience in livestock production. Applications are due
July 1, 1983 or until a satisfactory candidate is found.
Applicants should submit resume, transcripts, publication list, an outline of relevant experience and
three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Robert G.
Cassens, Chairman, Department of Meat and Animal
Science, 1675 Observatory Drive, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI 53706. University of WisconsinExtension provides equal opportunities in programs
and employment including Title IX requirements.
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Box 122. M.S. in Animal Science with emphasis on
Animal Breeding and Reproductive Physiology (1980
Texas A&M University); with some post-Master's
course work. Has research (cattle, sheep, canines and
non-human primates), teaching (anatomy and physiology) and surgical (cardiovascular, renal, embryo transfer and some neurological) experience. Seeks employment in research, industry or college instructor. Available immediately.
Box 123. B.S. in Animal Science from Cornell University seeks employment. Experience in: Animal caretaking and veterinary assisting. Also holds A.A.S. degree from State University of New York, Agricultural
and Technical College, majoring in Agricultural
Science.
Box 124. B.A. Zoology, with special emphasis on
invertebrate animals (1982) seeks laboratory or field
study position in biological research. Has work experience in laboratory assistance, benthic analysis for
ecological impacts of various oil drilling and waste
disposal practices and computer experience in laboratory services.