Available
Starting Date May 2013
The Department of Animal Science, Iowa
State University is looking to fill a postdoctoral fellow position to address
animal care and well-being within the State of Iowa. This position is expected
to begin, May 2013, under the direction of Dr. Anna Johnson.
The successful candidate is expected to
take the lead on creating both short and long term research and extension
plans. In the first year multiple roles will need to be
filled including communication to stakeholders, creation of a web page, grant
writing, and writing educational materials.
The successful candidate must have a PhD
in Animal Science or DVM-MS with a focus in large animal medicine. Qualities
being sought would include the candidate being enthusiastic and pro-active, can
demonstrate problem solving skills, possess excellent oral and written
communication, be a team player and be able to work competently on their own. Previous
experience working with farmers and producers, grant writing and having a
successful publication record is preferred. This position is offered initially
for one year with the possibility to extend the position depending on the
performance of the candidate. Starting salary will be $41,000/yr.
Iowa State University is a Land Grant
University located on a beautiful 1,984 acre campus. Iowa State University is
located 40 miles North of Des Moines, IA. The University of only one of 62
members in the prestigious Association of American Universities. Our diverse
community includes 25,553 undergraduates, 4,607 graduate students and 588
professional students.
Applications will be accepted until the
right candidate is identified. Please send a letter of intent, C. Vitae and
three reference letters to Dr. A. Johnson Department of Animal Science, Iowa
State University, Ames, IA, 50011-3150.
For
further questions E-mail: johnsona@iastate.edu