Assistant Professor-Extension Specialist-Feedlot Management

Posting Details Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Assistant Professor-Extension Specialist-Feedlot Management Posting Number F00654P Department SDSU-Animal & Range Sciences Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings Posting Text Eligibility for this position is limited to current employees of South Dakota State University. South Dakota State University Department of Animal Science is offering an exciting career opportunity as an Assistant Professor-Extension Specialist-Feedlot Management. The Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at South Dakota State University is expanding its Extension program by adding an Assistant Professor-Extension Specialist-Feedlot Management. We are looking for a creative and innovative professional to join us in the Animal Science Department. This is a 9 month, full-time, benefit eligible, tenure-track position. This position is supervised by the Department Head of Animal Science. SDSU is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to and/or coordinate Extension programming that address the experiences of underrepresented minorities in organizations. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. RESPONSIBILITIES: This position consists of 80% Extension and 20% research responsibilities. The successful candidate will be responsible to develop a dynamic Extension program and a complimentary applied research program in beef nutrition and feedlot management. The successful candidate will provide educational leadership to a growing beef feedlot industry in South Dakota. This individual will provide leadership for the transfer of information and technologies to Extension Field Specialists, South Dakota beef backgrounders and feedlot operators. This faculty member will work cooperatively with other Extension Specialists to develop effective, interdisciplinary training and clientele programs. The incumbent will be expected to utilize a variety of delivery techniques including the SDSU Extension web portal, distance educational technologies, traditional meetings, individual consultations, and intensive short courses. This individual's research program should focus on applied beef feedlot nutrition and management systems. Successful grantsmanship and participation in multidisciplinary and multi-state activities is expected. The successful applicant will recruit and train quality graduate students. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: ??? Sponsorship is not available for this position; must be eligible to work in the United States. ??? Current employee of South Dakota State University. ??? Ph.D. in animal science or a closely related field with an emphasis in beef feedlot nutrition and management, or closely related field, successfully completed by the appointment date. ??? An in-depth knowledge of the beef feedlot industry and experience in feedlot management. ??? Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences. ??? Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: ??? Experience in delivering educational programs via the Internet and other distance education technology. ??? Post-doctoral or equivalent research or Extension experience. ??? Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with faculty and/or industry to develop collaborative research programs. ??? Extension programming experience. BENEFITS: South Dakota State University offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, Curriculum Vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at if you require assistance with this process. Any offer of employment is contingent on the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Posting Date 02/10/2021 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 03/15/2021 Advertised Salary Commensurate with qualifications. Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Assistant Professor Work Hours Variable Typical Hours Worked Per Week 40+ Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search Internal If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations Ranked as the No. 2 best place to work in South Dakota by Forbes, South Dakota State University is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. SDSU offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world. Its employees embrace the university's core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity, and excellence through continuous improvement. As the state's 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of the university is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, and Aberdeen, and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota. SDSU was recognized as one of 54 institutions in the United States as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities in 2014. The university's total research expenditures are greater than $60 million. SDSU is the state's first High Research Activity institution as classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Jackrabbits Athletics competes as an NCAA Division I member with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League and the Big XII for wrestling. Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Livability.com rates Brookings as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals and retirees. It considers Brookings among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota. The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state's highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school and a high school. The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children's Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival. Affirmative Action Statement South Dakota State University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its faculty, staff and students. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing . SDSU prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran's status or any other protected class in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: . Diversity Statement We are committed to diversity of community and ideas. We believe in a supportive, diverse, collaborative, and cohesive environment with a focus on access. We actively seek collaboration with individuals with differing perspectives, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. Contact Information For questions on the position, contact Dr. Julie Walker at or Conditions Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. 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