| Position Title: | Dairy Scientist - Infectious Disease and Microbial Ecology |
| Part/Full: | Part Time |
We are seeking a highly motivated and team-driven individual to join our expanding collaborative research team at the Veterinary Education, Research, and Outreach (VERO) Program in Canyon, TX. This tenure-track position offers a unique opportunity to engage in ground-breaking research emphasizing dairy cattle health and productivity, with key focus on infectious diseases, host responses, microbial ecology, or immunology. We invite applications from all faculty ranks – whether you’re an emerging star or a seasoned expert, we are looking for a top-tier researcher whose passion and expertise can enhance our program's established strengths by applying cutting-edge scientific approaches to address critical issues affecting dairy and other cattle production industries. The official position announcement, including application instructions, can be found at https://apply.interfolio.com/156417. This exciting faculty opportunity within Texas A&M University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (VMBS) is particularly special because our dynamic partnerships cattle production industries. The VERO Program is situated in the heart of one of the world's most abundant cattle production regions in the world. Within a 2-hour drive from the VERO Bldg in Canyon, TX, there is a vital network of state-of-the-art dairies that are home to over 600,000 lactating cows! This amazing network of state-of-the-art dairies is the 3rd largest milkshed in the U.S. Our region also produces over 7 million fed cattle – which is 25% of the fed beef supply – and millions of young calves annually. These dairy and beef industries contribute nearly $20 Billion to the regional economy annually! The VERO Research Program excels through active collaboration with key stakeholders in animal agriculture and partners within the Texas A&M System. These include experts at Texas A&M University, West Texas A&M University, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, and the Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory. Together, we deliver highly impactful research focused on preventing and mitigating infectious diseases, enhancing production efficiency, improving food safety, and optimizing antimicrobial usage. These endeavors aim to enhance sustainable cattle production systems while ensuring an abundant and wholesome food supply. At the heart of our mission, we are committed to addressing the most pressing questions and challenges faced by the cattle production industries. Through these initiatives, we significantly contribute significantly to societal well-being through the enhancement of animal, human, and environmental health. The VERO Program and our System partners enjoy robust support from community leaders, agricultural industries, and the state of Texas. In the past five years alone, the Texas A&M University System has invested ~$160 million in new facilities in Canyon, TX, to enhance research, education, and outreach efforts, accompanied by commensurate increases for faculty and programs. Learn more about the thriving VERO Research Program at VEROresearch.org, including an overview of previous and active research. A pivotal attribute for prospective team members is dedication to teamwork and collaboration. Learn about our commitment to these essential values at VEROresearch.org/ourvalues. Please encourage all qualified applicants to apply for this exciting opportunity. Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2024, and continue until an ideal candidate is identified. Please contact Dr. Paul Morley (pmorley@tamu.edu) for more information. | |
| Company/Institution: | Texas A&M University - VERO |
| City, State: | Canyon, TX |
| Zip Code: | 79015 |
| Country: | USA |
| E-mail: | pmorley@tamu.edu |