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ADSA Member News . . . All Journal of Dairy Science Content Now Available at http://www.journalofdairyscience.org/
All issues of the Journal of Dairy Science (1917–2010) are now available and fully searchable on the new journal web site (http://www.journalofdairyscience.org/). All content older than 12 months is freely available without subscription. If you have not yet registered and claimed access to the new site, now is the time! Full instructions are available on the home page. Did you know? Joint Annual Meeting Synchronized Symposia Recordings
Did you know about ADSA’s joint annual meeting (JAM) synchronized, recorded symposia library? Included in your membership dues is access to a trove of synchronized, recorded symposia from past joint annual meetings. To access these symposia, you simply click on e-Offerings in the gray menu bar on the ADSA home page, and then select Recorded Symposia from the drop-down menu. ADSA records a production and a dairy foods symposium at each JAM. There are now 67 symposia in the collection! The following were just recorded in Denver: ADSA Production Division Symposium: Dairy Products and Human Health: The Facts (July 13, 2010) Dairy Foods Symposium: Towards a Mechanistic Understanding of Probiotic Function in Man and Animals (July 13, 2010) Visit the library now at http://adsa.asas.org/ recordings/2010/.
Č Electronic access to the Journal of Dairy Science®, (and a paper copy, if desired, for an additional fee); Č Access to a treasure trove of synchronized symposia recordings (currently 67 recorded symposia from 2003–2010, with more added each year); Č Access to searchable Joint Annual Meeting abstracts for 1998–2009, with more added each year, plus ADSA annual meeting abstracts from 1935–1997, as well as ADSA divisional meeting abstracts; Č The opportunity to subscribe to S-PAC® (Searchable Proceedings of Animal Conferences) at the ADSA member rate. If an ADSA e-Member elects to attend the ADSA annual meeting, or an ADSA Discover ConferenceSM, the ADSA e-Member must pay additional dues of $55 (to reach full professional member dues) in order to then pay the ADSA member registration rate (as part of the online conference registration process). ADSA eMembers are not eligible for ADSA member page charge rates and are not eligible to run for ADSA board positions, or vote in ADSA elections. Becoming an ADSA e-Member is accomplished online and the membership year runs for 365 days from date of sign-up. If you are a member of one of the following ADSA Global Partners and have the partner code provided to that organization, you can become an e-member by visiting https://secure.fass.org/join_ADSA_emembership.asp?open=true. If you do not have the partner code, please contact your headquarters staff to obtain it.
ADSA e-Membership
ADSA® offers e-membership through ADSA Global Partner organizations and to individuals who reside outside the US and Canada. This electronic membership is designed for those who have an interest in dairy science, but may not have the time or budget to attend ADSA’s annual meeting or cost-justify full membership in ADSA due to a different area of specialization. At a 50% discount from ADSA professional membership dues, an ADSA e-Member receives:
ADSA Global Partners
American Association of Bovine Practitioners American Cheese Society Asociacion Latinoamericana de Produccion Animal Dairy Association of China Dairy Industry Association of Australia The New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology Ontario Association of Bovine Practitioners
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If you are not a member of an ADSA Global Partner organization and reside outside the US or Canada, you can become an e-member by going here: https://secure. fass.org/join_ADSA_emembership.asp?open=true Upcoming Meetings . . .
Food Safety and Security: Science and Policy: A Sigma Xi Symposium, Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh, North Carolina, November 11–13, 2010. News headlines have raised public awareness of food safety issues, as Salmonella in processed foods and E. coli-tainted produce sicken thousands annually in the US alone. Meanwhile, food security has emerged as the unprecedented challenge of feeding the world’s growing population. Join nearly 20 experts from academia, industry, and government for a Sigma Xi symposium on the complex issues surrounding food safety and security. Online registration opens August 1. The deadline for submitting poster abstracts is September 24. Details about the abstract submission process and presentation guidelines for professionals and students are available online. Visit http://sigmaxi.org/about/ news/2010AMIRC.shtml for more information or email [email protected]. XXVI World Buiatrics Congress, November 14–18, 2010, Santiago, Chile. Over 2,000 veterinarians are expected to attend the 26th World Buiatrics Congress to receive the latest updates from international experts on current buiatric practice. Abstract submission deadline is May 31, 2010; visit http://www2.kenes.com/buiatrics2010/Pages/Home.aspx for more information. Twenty-First Discover Conference, Improving Reproductive Efficiency of Lactating Dairy Cattle, May 9–12, 2011, at the Eaglewood Resort and Spa, Itasca, Illinois (near O’Hare airport). Poor reproductive efficiency in lactating dairy cattle limits economic viability of commercial dairy operations. Recently, reproductive management protocols, management methods, and nutritional programs have been developed that can improve reproductive efficiency. This conference is designed to bring the key individuals together to discuss these recent results and design methods to practically apply this information to commercial dairy farms. The outcome from this conference should not only allow us to determine what may be the best programs for current implementation on dairy farms but also help direct the course for future research in this critical area. Visit http://www.adsa.org/discover/21stDiscover_2011.htm for more information and to register.
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Positions Available . . .
The deadline for the submission of position announcements for publication in the Journal of Dairy Science is the 25th day of the month, two months preceding the month of issue. For example, ads submitted by May 25 will be printed in the July issue of the journal. Fees for ads are based on membership in the American Dairy Science Association or the American Society of Animal Science. For members, the flat fee is $150; for others, $250. We do not accept display ads. Ads from agencies are not commissionable. Position announcements should be electronically submitted, using the form on the Federation of Animal Science Societies (FASS) Web site, http://www.fass.org/job.asp, for publication in the printed version of the journal and online at the FASS Job Resource Center. Ads that appear in the printed version will automatically be posted online at no extra charge. Ads that are received past the deadline will appear only on the Web site. If electronic submission is impossible, ads can be e-mailed to [email protected]. Ads should be formatted as a single paragraph; complete sentences should be used. Advertisers will receive an invoice after the ad is posted or published; those who meet print publication deadline will receive a tearsheet with the invoice. For more job placement announcements, please see the FASS Job Resource Center at www.fass.org/
Ċ Chair and Professor. We seek applicants and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Animal Sciences at The Ohio State University. The Department supports BS, MS, and PhD programs that are diverse, active, and internationally prominent. Our vision is to be recognized as the premier provider in Ohio and one of the top academic animal sciences units in the nation (http://ansci.osu.edu/about.html). Responsibilities are to provide administrative leadership for our multi-faceted instructional, research, extension, and service activities. The Chair will exhibit vision and strategic planning while coordinating departmental functions at Columbus, Wooster, and branch campuses. Recruitment and development of faculty members will be facilitated through assignment, prioritization, and mentorship activities enhancing our collective scholarly mission. The Chair will oversee fiscal administration of departmental resources for personnel, laboratories, farms, and operating expenses. The Chair reports to the Vice President and Dean of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. The successful candidate will hold a PhD in the animal sciences or a related field with established expertise in research and education (curricular instruction and/or extension). Prior administrative expertise and aptitude are highly desired. The successful candidate will lead a department of 32 faculty members who maintain nationally and internationally recognized research, outreach, and
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undergraduate and graduate teaching programs in the animal sciences. The Ohio State University is one of the largest and most comprehensive research universities in the world. We foster active collaborations in teaching and research across several colleges. The Chair will represent the Department within The Ohio State University and with stakeholder partners in Ohio as well with national and international academic audiences. The applicant must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a thorough appreciation of the academic role in Ohio’s food animal and companion animal industries. Applications will be accepted until October 1, 2010, or a suitable candidate has been identified. Applicants should send a statement of interest in the position that includes vision and administrative philosophy, a full curriculum vitae, and the names, postal addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of at least three references who may be contacted by the committee. All enquiries and applications will be kept confidential until an applicant agrees to an interview. Standard Extension policy requires successful completion of a criminal background check prior to employment. Send application materials to Dr. Jeff Firkins, Search Committee Chair, Department of Animal Sciences, 2029 Fyffe Court, Columbus, OH 43210; Phone: 614/688-3089; e-mail: [email protected]. The Ohio State University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, Vietnam-era veterans, disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Ċ Faculty Position in Quality Milk Production Services. The Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a milk quality scientist within Quality Milk Production Services (QMPS), a program of the Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC). The responsibilities of the position will include a 60% applied research, 20% service, and 20% education responsibility with the QMPS program. The position will be focused on maintaining and expanding our applied research efforts throughout the four regional QMPS laboratories. We are specifically looking for an individual with a track record of applied research. Documenting and reporting of research is an important characteristic in the successful candidate for this position. An interest and ability to work in a project driven environment with high quality standards is expected. The successful candidate is expected to have a broad interest in the dairy industry. The ability to relate to all segments of the dairy industry, including the organic farming community is expected. Bilingual (Spanish/ English) communication skills are desirable.
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The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain an extramurally funded applied research program in milk quality and mastitis. Programs that interface with existing AHDC, Departmental, College, and/or University initiatives will be preferred. The candidate is expected to provide leadership in QMPS’ applied research division. The candidate is expected to participate in the teaching of milk quality related courses and education programs for veterinary students, veterinarians, farmers, and industry employees. Qualifications of the successful candidate will include a PhD and/or DVM degree and relevant advanced training with proven skills in dairy related research. The appointment will be made at a level that is in accordance with the experience of the successful candidate. Cornell University is located in Ithaca, New York, and is close to thriving dairy businesses. The University offers an exciting work environment with opportunities for research, outreach, and teaching collaborations with active infectious disease, dairy production, and epidemiology faculty in the Colleges of Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture and Life Sciences. Cornell University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action employer committed to employing a highly qualified, diverse faculty. Women and under-represented minorities are encouraged to apply. Cornell and the College of Veterinary Medicine are committed to supporting dual-career couples. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Interested individuals are asked to submit curriculum vitae, letter of intent concerning career goals, and the names and addresses of 3 professional references to Dr. Ynte Schukken Search Committee Chair, c/o Cathy Andersen ([email protected]), Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, S3-110 Schurman Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853. Ċ Research Associate I. The East Tennessee Research and Education Center (ETREC), Knoxville, has an opening for a Research Associate I. The research associate will work cooperatively with the Center Director, Unit Manager, and UT AgResearch scientists in executing a variety of research projects, along with providing supervision and leadership of personnel involved in the operation and management of the 520acre, 200-cow dairy and environmental research facility. The research associate will collect, record, and report complete and accurate data to properly support and facilitate research projects. The primary responsibility of the successful applicant will be to oversee and carry out a comprehensive nutrient management plan (CNMP) Journal of Dairy Science Vol. 93 No. 10, 2010
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for the unit. This will involve the utilization of GPS instrumentation, field mapping, soil and animal waste sampling/testing, field records of manure and fertilizer applications, and other record-keeping in order to properly implement the CNMP. In addition, the research associate will be involved in water quality sampling/ testing and other monitoring activities and aspects of maintaining an environmentally friendly farm operation. The research associate will also have responsibilities in dairy cattle research and management, and will advise the unit manager of personnel, supply, equipment, and facility needs. The research associate will be expected to work outside the hours of a standard workday and on weekends, as required by management and research protocols; and will perform other duties as instructed by the center director or unit manager. Additional information regarding ETREC can be found at http:// east.tennessee.edu. The deadline for applications is September 1, 2010, or until a suitable applicant has been selected. A BS degree in agriculture or a related science is required (MS degree preferred). Applicants should send a letter of interest; resumé; names, addresses, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of five references; and transcripts of all college work to Mr. Lee Ellis, Search Committee Chair, c/o Kim Lane ([email protected]), East Tennessee Research & Education Center, 3209 Alcoa Highway, Knoxville, TN 37920. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/ Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. Ċ Assistant Professor of Animal Genetics. The Department of Animal Science, Storrs campus at the University of Connecticut is soliciting applications for the position of assistant professor of animal genetics. This will be a 9-month tenure track position with a 25% teaching and 75% research commitment. The candidate is expected to establish and maintain a vigorous teaching and research program in the area(s) of molecular genetics, gene expression and/or domestic animal genomics. Specific expectations include the following: teach an undergraduate course in animal genetics; develop an undergraduate/graduate course in the candidate’s area of expertise; recruit and advise undergraduate animal science students; develop a strong extramurally funded research program in animal genetics; develop a nationally competitive graduate program in animal genetics; participate as a collaborative research team member in the Department of Animal Science, the College of Journal of Dairy Science Vol. 93 No.10, 2010
Agriculture and Natural Resources, and the University of Connecticut Center for Regenerative Biology. Complete information on the department and its programs can be found at www.animalscience.uconn. edu. Candidate must have a PhD in animal genetics, molecular genetics, or a closely related field. Equivalent foreign degrees are acceptable. The candidate must also have demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills, and must have a desire to teach undergraduates in animal science, train and interact with undergraduate and graduate students and faculty. Postdoctoral experience and demonstration of success in attracting extramural funds is preferred. Contribute through research, teaching, and/or public engagement to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience. Salary is commensurate with background and experience. The successful candidate may work at the University of Connecticut’s main campus located in Storrs, and/or the campuses located at Avery Point, Hartford, Stamford, Torrington, Waterbury and/or any other University location. Applicants should apply online at the University of Connecticut’s Husky Hire System http://www.jobs.uconn.edu/ and upload a complete curriculum vitae, a brief statement (2 pages or less) of research and teaching interests/philosophy, list of publications, and the names and addresses (including fax and e-mail) of at least four individuals willing to provide letters of recommendation. Note: Applicants must upload all documents at one time when applying online. Screening of applications will begin on October 25, 2010, and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Inquiries other than applications can be sent to [email protected], Search Committee Chair. At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community. We actively encourage women, people with disabilities, and members of minority groups to apply. Ċ Postdoctoral Scholarship. The Department of Animal Science of Sao Paulo State University - UNESP (Jaboticabal/Sao Paulo/Brazil) offers an opportunity for Brazilians and foreigners with a PhD degree in animal science, with experience in goat nutrition, especially in nutritional requirements and modeling. The student should be working in the thematic project “Metabolism, nutritional requirements and carcass characteristic of goats” (FAPESP project number 2008/583515). The postdoctoral student will have a scholarship from FAPESP, and the tenure of the appointment is two years. The application deadline is November 15, 2010. The documents required are curriculum vitae,
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summary of PhD thesis, and two references. The documents should be sent by e-mail to Dr. Kleber Tomas de Resende ([email protected]). If you have any questions about this opportunity, please direct your questions by e-mail to Dr. Resende. Ċ Assistant Professor of Lactation Biology. The Department of Dairy Science at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking applications for the position of assistant professor of lactation biology. This is a tenure-track, 9-month appointment, with a 60% research and 40% teaching commitment. The successful candidate will develop and lead an externally funded research program, focusing on basic physiological mechanisms related to lactation and/or immunological function of the mammary gland that will have long-term implications for dairy cattle. Potential areas of research include mammary growth and development, milk synthesis, physiological and genetic mechanisms regulating levels of milk production and milk constituents, modulation of immune responses of the mammary gland, bovine mammary stem cells, and transgenic manipulation of the mammary gland. The successful candidate’s work will complement existing applied research and extension programming related to mastitis and milk quality and will help maintain a core group of physiological researchers who are addressing important societal concerns related to animal well being, food safety, and dairy product quality. The successful candidate will mentor graduate students and collaborate with other researchers in the Department of Dairy Science and throughout the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. The successful candidate
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will teach an undergraduate course in lactation physiology, develop a graduate level course in his/her area of expertise, and contribute to undergraduate instruction in the biological sciences. The University of Wisconsin–Madison is a worldclass university, nationally and internationally recognized for its academic excellence, incredible students, inspiring faculty, exceptional value, and amazing campus and community. The University is home to 42,000 students and 2,000 faculty and is one of the most prolific research universities in the world, ranking second among US public universities in research expenditures and fifth in number of doctorate degrees awarded. The candidate must have a Doctor of Philosophy in animal sciences, dairy science, animal physiology, or a related field, or a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Postdoctoral experience is desired. Salary will be commensurate with background and experience. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2010, and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Inquiries and application materials, which must include a complete curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research and teaching interests/philosophy, a list of publications, and three letters of recommendation, should be directed to Dr. Kent Weigel, Chair, Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI 53706 ([email protected]). A position vacancy listing is available at http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_064992. html. For more job position announcements, please see the FASS Job Resource Center at http:// www.fass.org/job.asp
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All issues of the Journal of Dairy Science (1917–2010) are now available and fully searchable on the new journal web site (http://www.journalofdairyscience.org/). All content older than 12 months is freely available without subscription. If you have not yet registered and claimed access to the new site, now is the time! Full instructions are available on the home page. Did you know? Joint Annual Meeting Synchronized Symposia Recordings
Did you know about ADSA’s joint annual meeting (JAM) synchronized, recorded symposia library? Included in your membership dues is access to a trove of synchronized, recorded symposia from past joint annual meetings. To access these symposia, you simply click on e-Offerings in the gray menu bar on the ADSA home page, and then select Recorded Symposia from the drop-down menu. ADSA records a production and a dairy foods symposium at each JAM. There are now 67 symposia in the collection! The following were just recorded in Denver: ADSA Production Division Symposium: Dairy Products and Human Health: The Facts (July 13, 2010) Dairy Foods Symposium: Towards a Mechanistic Understanding of Probiotic Function in Man and Animals (July 13, 2010) Visit the library now at http://adsa.asas.org/ recordings/2010/.
Č Electronic access to the Journal of Dairy Science®, (and a paper copy, if desired, for an additional fee); Č Access to a treasure trove of synchronized symposia recordings (currently 67 recorded symposia from 2003–2010, with more added each year); Č Access to searchable Joint Annual Meeting abstracts for 1998–2009, with more added each year, plus ADSA annual meeting abstracts from 1935–1997, as well as ADSA divisional meeting abstracts; Č The opportunity to subscribe to S-PAC® (Searchable Proceedings of Animal Conferences) at the ADSA member rate. If an ADSA e-Member elects to attend the ADSA annual meeting, or an ADSA Discover ConferenceSM, the ADSA e-Member must pay additional dues of $55 (to reach full professional member dues) in order to then pay the ADSA member registration rate (as part of the online conference registration process). ADSA eMembers are not eligible for ADSA member page charge rates and are not eligible to run for ADSA board positions, or vote in ADSA elections. Becoming an ADSA e-Member is accomplished online and the membership year runs for 365 days from date of sign-up. If you are a member of one of the following ADSA Global Partners and have the partner code provided to that organization, you can become an e-member by visiting https://secure.fass.org/join_ADSA_emembership.asp?open=true. If you do not have the partner code, please contact your headquarters staff to obtain it.
ADSA e-Membership
ADSA® offers e-membership through ADSA Global Partner organizations and to individuals who reside outside the US and Canada. This electronic membership is designed for those who have an interest in dairy science, but may not have the time or budget to attend ADSA’s annual meeting or cost-justify full membership in ADSA due to a different area of specialization. At a 50% discount from ADSA professional membership dues, an ADSA e-Member receives:
ADSA Global Partners
American Association of Bovine Practitioners American Cheese Society Asociacion Latinoamericana de Produccion Animal Dairy Association of China Dairy Industry Association of Australia The New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology Ontario Association of Bovine Practitioners
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If you are not a member of an ADSA Global Partner organization and reside outside the US or Canada, you can become an e-member by going here: https://secure. fass.org/join_ADSA_emembership.asp?open=true Upcoming Meetings . . .
Food Safety and Security: Science and Policy: A Sigma Xi Symposium, Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh, North Carolina, November 11–13, 2010. News headlines have raised public awareness of food safety issues, as Salmonella in processed foods and E. coli-tainted produce sicken thousands annually in the US alone. Meanwhile, food security has emerged as the unprecedented challenge of feeding the world’s growing population. Join nearly 20 experts from academia, industry, and government for a Sigma Xi symposium on the complex issues surrounding food safety and security. Online registration opens August 1. The deadline for submitting poster abstracts is September 24. Details about the abstract submission process and presentation guidelines for professionals and students are available online. Visit http://sigmaxi.org/about/ news/2010AMIRC.shtml for more information or email [email protected]. XXVI World Buiatrics Congress, November 14–18, 2010, Santiago, Chile. Over 2,000 veterinarians are expected to attend the 26th World Buiatrics Congress to receive the latest updates from international experts on current buiatric practice. Abstract submission deadline is May 31, 2010; visit http://www2.kenes.com/buiatrics2010/Pages/Home.aspx for more information. Twenty-First Discover Conference, Improving Reproductive Efficiency of Lactating Dairy Cattle, May 9–12, 2011, at the Eaglewood Resort and Spa, Itasca, Illinois (near O’Hare airport). Poor reproductive efficiency in lactating dairy cattle limits economic viability of commercial dairy operations. Recently, reproductive management protocols, management methods, and nutritional programs have been developed that can improve reproductive efficiency. This conference is designed to bring the key individuals together to discuss these recent results and design methods to practically apply this information to commercial dairy farms. The outcome from this conference should not only allow us to determine what may be the best programs for current implementation on dairy farms but also help direct the course for future research in this critical area. Visit http://www.adsa.org/discover/21stDiscover_2011.htm for more information and to register.
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Positions Available . . .
The deadline for the submission of position announcements for publication in the Journal of Dairy Science is the 25th day of the month, two months preceding the month of issue. For example, ads submitted by May 25 will be printed in the July issue of the journal. Fees for ads are based on membership in the American Dairy Science Association or the American Society of Animal Science. For members, the flat fee is $150; for others, $250. We do not accept display ads. Ads from agencies are not commissionable. Position announcements should be electronically submitted, using the form on the Federation of Animal Science Societies (FASS) Web site, http://www.fass.org/job.asp, for publication in the printed version of the journal and online at the FASS Job Resource Center. Ads that appear in the printed version will automatically be posted online at no extra charge. Ads that are received past the deadline will appear only on the Web site. If electronic submission is impossible, ads can be e-mailed to [email protected]. Ads should be formatted as a single paragraph; complete sentences should be used. Advertisers will receive an invoice after the ad is posted or published; those who meet print publication deadline will receive a tearsheet with the invoice. For more job placement announcements, please see the FASS Job Resource Center at www.fass.org/
Ċ Chair and Professor. We seek applicants and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Animal Sciences at The Ohio State University. The Department supports BS, MS, and PhD programs that are diverse, active, and internationally prominent. Our vision is to be recognized as the premier provider in Ohio and one of the top academic animal sciences units in the nation (http://ansci.osu.edu/about.html). Responsibilities are to provide administrative leadership for our multi-faceted instructional, research, extension, and service activities. The Chair will exhibit vision and strategic planning while coordinating departmental functions at Columbus, Wooster, and branch campuses. Recruitment and development of faculty members will be facilitated through assignment, prioritization, and mentorship activities enhancing our collective scholarly mission. The Chair will oversee fiscal administration of departmental resources for personnel, laboratories, farms, and operating expenses. The Chair reports to the Vice President and Dean of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. The successful candidate will hold a PhD in the animal sciences or a related field with established expertise in research and education (curricular instruction and/or extension). Prior administrative expertise and aptitude are highly desired. The successful candidate will lead a department of 32 faculty members who maintain nationally and internationally recognized research, outreach, and
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undergraduate and graduate teaching programs in the animal sciences. The Ohio State University is one of the largest and most comprehensive research universities in the world. We foster active collaborations in teaching and research across several colleges. The Chair will represent the Department within The Ohio State University and with stakeholder partners in Ohio as well with national and international academic audiences. The applicant must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a thorough appreciation of the academic role in Ohio’s food animal and companion animal industries. Applications will be accepted until October 1, 2010, or a suitable candidate has been identified. Applicants should send a statement of interest in the position that includes vision and administrative philosophy, a full curriculum vitae, and the names, postal addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of at least three references who may be contacted by the committee. All enquiries and applications will be kept confidential until an applicant agrees to an interview. Standard Extension policy requires successful completion of a criminal background check prior to employment. Send application materials to Dr. Jeff Firkins, Search Committee Chair, Department of Animal Sciences, 2029 Fyffe Court, Columbus, OH 43210; Phone: 614/688-3089; e-mail: [email protected]. The Ohio State University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, Vietnam-era veterans, disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Ċ Faculty Position in Quality Milk Production Services. The Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a milk quality scientist within Quality Milk Production Services (QMPS), a program of the Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC). The responsibilities of the position will include a 60% applied research, 20% service, and 20% education responsibility with the QMPS program. The position will be focused on maintaining and expanding our applied research efforts throughout the four regional QMPS laboratories. We are specifically looking for an individual with a track record of applied research. Documenting and reporting of research is an important characteristic in the successful candidate for this position. An interest and ability to work in a project driven environment with high quality standards is expected. The successful candidate is expected to have a broad interest in the dairy industry. The ability to relate to all segments of the dairy industry, including the organic farming community is expected. Bilingual (Spanish/ English) communication skills are desirable.
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The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain an extramurally funded applied research program in milk quality and mastitis. Programs that interface with existing AHDC, Departmental, College, and/or University initiatives will be preferred. The candidate is expected to provide leadership in QMPS’ applied research division. The candidate is expected to participate in the teaching of milk quality related courses and education programs for veterinary students, veterinarians, farmers, and industry employees. Qualifications of the successful candidate will include a PhD and/or DVM degree and relevant advanced training with proven skills in dairy related research. The appointment will be made at a level that is in accordance with the experience of the successful candidate. Cornell University is located in Ithaca, New York, and is close to thriving dairy businesses. The University offers an exciting work environment with opportunities for research, outreach, and teaching collaborations with active infectious disease, dairy production, and epidemiology faculty in the Colleges of Veterinary Medicine and Agriculture and Life Sciences. Cornell University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action employer committed to employing a highly qualified, diverse faculty. Women and under-represented minorities are encouraged to apply. Cornell and the College of Veterinary Medicine are committed to supporting dual-career couples. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Interested individuals are asked to submit curriculum vitae, letter of intent concerning career goals, and the names and addresses of 3 professional references to Dr. Ynte Schukken Search Committee Chair, c/o Cathy Andersen ([email protected]), Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, S3-110 Schurman Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853. Ċ Research Associate I. The East Tennessee Research and Education Center (ETREC), Knoxville, has an opening for a Research Associate I. The research associate will work cooperatively with the Center Director, Unit Manager, and UT AgResearch scientists in executing a variety of research projects, along with providing supervision and leadership of personnel involved in the operation and management of the 520acre, 200-cow dairy and environmental research facility. The research associate will collect, record, and report complete and accurate data to properly support and facilitate research projects. The primary responsibility of the successful applicant will be to oversee and carry out a comprehensive nutrient management plan (CNMP) Journal of Dairy Science Vol. 93 No. 10, 2010
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for the unit. This will involve the utilization of GPS instrumentation, field mapping, soil and animal waste sampling/testing, field records of manure and fertilizer applications, and other record-keeping in order to properly implement the CNMP. In addition, the research associate will be involved in water quality sampling/ testing and other monitoring activities and aspects of maintaining an environmentally friendly farm operation. The research associate will also have responsibilities in dairy cattle research and management, and will advise the unit manager of personnel, supply, equipment, and facility needs. The research associate will be expected to work outside the hours of a standard workday and on weekends, as required by management and research protocols; and will perform other duties as instructed by the center director or unit manager. Additional information regarding ETREC can be found at http:// east.tennessee.edu. The deadline for applications is September 1, 2010, or until a suitable applicant has been selected. A BS degree in agriculture or a related science is required (MS degree preferred). Applicants should send a letter of interest; resumé; names, addresses, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of five references; and transcripts of all college work to Mr. Lee Ellis, Search Committee Chair, c/o Kim Lane ([email protected]), East Tennessee Research & Education Center, 3209 Alcoa Highway, Knoxville, TN 37920. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/ Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. Ċ Assistant Professor of Animal Genetics. The Department of Animal Science, Storrs campus at the University of Connecticut is soliciting applications for the position of assistant professor of animal genetics. This will be a 9-month tenure track position with a 25% teaching and 75% research commitment. The candidate is expected to establish and maintain a vigorous teaching and research program in the area(s) of molecular genetics, gene expression and/or domestic animal genomics. Specific expectations include the following: teach an undergraduate course in animal genetics; develop an undergraduate/graduate course in the candidate’s area of expertise; recruit and advise undergraduate animal science students; develop a strong extramurally funded research program in animal genetics; develop a nationally competitive graduate program in animal genetics; participate as a collaborative research team member in the Department of Animal Science, the College of Journal of Dairy Science Vol. 93 No.10, 2010
Agriculture and Natural Resources, and the University of Connecticut Center for Regenerative Biology. Complete information on the department and its programs can be found at www.animalscience.uconn. edu. Candidate must have a PhD in animal genetics, molecular genetics, or a closely related field. Equivalent foreign degrees are acceptable. The candidate must also have demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills, and must have a desire to teach undergraduates in animal science, train and interact with undergraduate and graduate students and faculty. Postdoctoral experience and demonstration of success in attracting extramural funds is preferred. Contribute through research, teaching, and/or public engagement to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience. Salary is commensurate with background and experience. The successful candidate may work at the University of Connecticut’s main campus located in Storrs, and/or the campuses located at Avery Point, Hartford, Stamford, Torrington, Waterbury and/or any other University location. Applicants should apply online at the University of Connecticut’s Husky Hire System http://www.jobs.uconn.edu/ and upload a complete curriculum vitae, a brief statement (2 pages or less) of research and teaching interests/philosophy, list of publications, and the names and addresses (including fax and e-mail) of at least four individuals willing to provide letters of recommendation. Note: Applicants must upload all documents at one time when applying online. Screening of applications will begin on October 25, 2010, and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Inquiries other than applications can be sent to [email protected], Search Committee Chair. At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community. We actively encourage women, people with disabilities, and members of minority groups to apply. Ċ Postdoctoral Scholarship. The Department of Animal Science of Sao Paulo State University - UNESP (Jaboticabal/Sao Paulo/Brazil) offers an opportunity for Brazilians and foreigners with a PhD degree in animal science, with experience in goat nutrition, especially in nutritional requirements and modeling. The student should be working in the thematic project “Metabolism, nutritional requirements and carcass characteristic of goats” (FAPESP project number 2008/583515). The postdoctoral student will have a scholarship from FAPESP, and the tenure of the appointment is two years. The application deadline is November 15, 2010. The documents required are curriculum vitae,
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summary of PhD thesis, and two references. The documents should be sent by e-mail to Dr. Kleber Tomas de Resende ([email protected]). If you have any questions about this opportunity, please direct your questions by e-mail to Dr. Resende. Ċ Assistant Professor of Lactation Biology. The Department of Dairy Science at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking applications for the position of assistant professor of lactation biology. This is a tenure-track, 9-month appointment, with a 60% research and 40% teaching commitment. The successful candidate will develop and lead an externally funded research program, focusing on basic physiological mechanisms related to lactation and/or immunological function of the mammary gland that will have long-term implications for dairy cattle. Potential areas of research include mammary growth and development, milk synthesis, physiological and genetic mechanisms regulating levels of milk production and milk constituents, modulation of immune responses of the mammary gland, bovine mammary stem cells, and transgenic manipulation of the mammary gland. The successful candidate’s work will complement existing applied research and extension programming related to mastitis and milk quality and will help maintain a core group of physiological researchers who are addressing important societal concerns related to animal well being, food safety, and dairy product quality. The successful candidate will mentor graduate students and collaborate with other researchers in the Department of Dairy Science and throughout the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. The successful candidate
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will teach an undergraduate course in lactation physiology, develop a graduate level course in his/her area of expertise, and contribute to undergraduate instruction in the biological sciences. The University of Wisconsin–Madison is a worldclass university, nationally and internationally recognized for its academic excellence, incredible students, inspiring faculty, exceptional value, and amazing campus and community. The University is home to 42,000 students and 2,000 faculty and is one of the most prolific research universities in the world, ranking second among US public universities in research expenditures and fifth in number of doctorate degrees awarded. The candidate must have a Doctor of Philosophy in animal sciences, dairy science, animal physiology, or a related field, or a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Postdoctoral experience is desired. Salary will be commensurate with background and experience. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2010, and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Inquiries and application materials, which must include a complete curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research and teaching interests/philosophy, a list of publications, and three letters of recommendation, should be directed to Dr. Kent Weigel, Chair, Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI 53706 ([email protected]). A position vacancy listing is available at http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_064992. html. For more job position announcements, please see the FASS Job Resource Center at http:// www.fass.org/job.asp
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