Job Details
Research Assistant Professor-Meat Sciences
2025-12-03 North Dakota State University Fargo,ND
Description:
AVAILABILITY: The start of screening is December 23, 2025. Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.
APPLICANT MATERIALS REQUIRED: CV, Cover Letter, Research Philosophy and Contact information for three References
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Kasey Carlin, Search Committee Chair
North Dakota State University
Department of Animal Sciences
NDSU Department 7630, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Email: ...@ndsu.edu
Phone: 701-###-####
NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!
Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
Superb Retirement Plan
Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
Basic Term Life Insurance
Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans
More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU
About Us:
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.
NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.
NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.
NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-###-####, ...@ndsu.edu.
No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. ยง 23-12-10.
Veteran's Preference Notice:
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation Information:
North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-###-#### or ...@ndsu.edu .
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POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Animal Sciences Department at North Dakota State University is seeking to fill a 12-month non-tenure track research assistant professor position with expertise in value-added meat science. The department is seeking a quality individual to engage as part of a diverse, multi-disciplinary team. The department includes 22 faculty members whose specialties encompass physiology, reproduction, nutrition, genetics, meat science, livestock management, and human animal interactions. The Department of Animal Sciences has three-degree designations - Animal Science, Equine Science, and Veterinary Technology (further detail regarding the department is summarized below).
The successful candidate is expected to possess the ability to succeed in the promotion and tenure process through the pursuit of scholarly activities within the scope of their appointment which will encompass 100% research which includes acquiring funding for innovative and relevant research in meat science.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will:
- Establish and manage a high-impact research program focused on value-added muscle food innovation and (or) value-added meat-animal product development.
- Collaborate with other faculty, scientists and Extension educators within the department and across the university system on research programs related to fresh meat and value-added muscle food innovation.
- Successfully secure extramural funding and publish research results in peer reviewed outlets.
- Advise and actively participate in graduate student training.
- Serve the department, college, and university in such capacity as (for example) student club advisor, recruitment and retention of undergraduate students, and as a representative of responsible animal agriculture.
- Ph. D. in meat-animal sciences or related field.
- Evidence of plans or ability to pursue research in the focus areas of muscle foods with emphasis on fresh meat and (or) processed meat.
- Ability to secure extramural funding and publish results in peer reviewed journals.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a diverse team atmosphere.
- Valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one.
- Demonstrated ability to obtain extramural funding.
- Published in peer-reviewed scientific publications.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor graduate and undergraduate students
- Experience with HACCP plan implementation and meat lab operations.
- Knowledge of the mission of the Land Grant University.
AVAILABILITY: The start of screening is December 23, 2025. Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.
APPLICANT MATERIALS REQUIRED: CV, Cover Letter, Research Philosophy and Contact information for three References
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Kasey Carlin, Search Committee Chair
North Dakota State University
Department of Animal Sciences
NDSU Department 7630, P.O. Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Email: ...@ndsu.edu
Phone: 701-###-####
NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!
Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
Superb Retirement Plan
Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
Basic Term Life Insurance
Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans
More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU
About Us:
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.
NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.
NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.
NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-###-####, ...@ndsu.edu.
No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. ยง 23-12-10.
Veteran's Preference Notice:
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation Information:
North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-###-#### or ...@ndsu.edu .
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