Position Function:
The College of Veterinary Medicine at Mississippi State University is seeking to hire an Assistant/ Associate/ Full Professor in International Aquatics and One Health. The position will also serve in the Global Center for Aquatic Health and Food Security.
Salary Grade: UC
For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Area of Specialization:
Aquatic Health
Tenure Track Status:
Tenure Track
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This position will be responsible for outreach, service, and research in support of the MSU Global Center for Aquatic Health and Food Security programs. International travel is required to support and expand global aquaculture development collaborations. This position will support the FAO Reference Center on Antimicrobial Resistance and Aquaculture Biosecurity at MSU and contribute to the advancement of One Health. This involves collaborative research and relationship building with faculty within Mississippi State University as well as external partners including state and federal agencies. This position will contribute to teaching and diagnostic support on an invited basis.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent and be eligible for licensure in the state of Mississippi. In addition, demonstrated expertise in aquatic health is required.
Applicants must be willing and able to travel nationally and internationally.
ABDs or degree pending considered (all but DISS):
No
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred candidates will have a PhD related to aquatic animal health or One Health. Experience working internationally is desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team of scientists is desirable.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applicant must apply online. Please include cover letter and resume along with names and addresses of three references.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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