Post-Doctoral Associate

This position aims to advance research initiatives at the intersection of human development and livestock sustainability. The Postdoctoral Associate (Job code: 9546) will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team of researchers from animal science, education, and social sciences, contributing to projects that explore both the educational and societal dimensions of livestock sustainability. Additionally, this role involves developing innovative curricula to teach complex animal systems at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, while conducting research to evaluate the impact of curriculum development on sustainable livestock practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to interdisciplinary research activities and project management [60%]:
• Grant search and writing
• Research collaborator recruitment
• Develop and implement curricula that integrate human development concepts with livestock sustainability.
• Invite guest speakers to lectures and graduate seminars.
• Conduct interdisciplinary research examining the effects of livestock practices on community and societal outcomes.
• Explore workforce education and community engagement initiatives within the agricultural sector.
• Contribute to scholarly publications utilizing qualitative research methodologies [20%] (e.g., ASAS Presidential Addresses paper and other papers)
• Foreign guest workers coordinator [10%]: Create an inclusive and supportive professional learning community for international guest workers (e.g., TN visa holders)
• Talent recruitment for livestock production systems [10%] (Pork Prospect project and other projects)

This position offers a unique opportunity for the selected candidate to contribute to sustainable agriculture and educational innovation while gaining valuable experience across a broad range of research and teaching activities.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field such as education, human development, or social sciences.
• Experience with qualitative research methodologies and curriculum development.
• Strong collaborative and communication skills, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary teamwork.
  

The Department of Animal Science is recognized nationally and internationally for its research, teaching, and extension programs in animal agriculture and animal biology. Our faculty members have received national recognition for the quality of their classroom instruction and attention to student needs and concerns. www.ansci.umn.edu

Pay Range: $58,656 - $63,000

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

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