The University of Arkansas System, Division of Agriculture’s Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Animal Science is seeking applicants for a new Extension faculty to provide statewide leadership in the development and implementation of Extension educational programs designed to improve the health, welfare, and bio-security of livestock. The position is 100% Extension with responsibilities in adult and youth education programs, within the Department of Animal Science and located at the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service State Office in Little Rock. This position is supervised and programmatically reviewed by the Department Head of Animal Science.

The candidate will be required to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of Extension faculty, research scientists and others to evaluate and deliver effective, integrated animal health and welfare educational programs. Educational programs will be directed to practicing veterinarians, producers, and professionals (e.g., animal welfare experts) working with livestock producers and organizations.

The candidate is expected to provide training, collaboration and support for county Extension faculty and program planning committees for veterinary programs and work with 4-H Program specialists in planning programs related to youth development and volunteer leader training. The candidate will be responsible for the Arkansas 4-H Veterinary Science Program, including program implementation and content development. The candidate will maintain a close working relationship with the 4-H Youth Livestock Instructor and other 4-H specialists. The Veterinary Science Program consists of lessons, activities, field trips and camps in county Vet Science clubs, in association with local veterinarians. The candidate will work with veterinarian associations, commodity committees and others to develop youth and adult educational programs and will serve in a liaison capacity between the Division of Agriculture and state agencies and organizations involved with animal health activities.

Applicants should submit a letter of application indicating the rank at which they wish to be considered, curriculum vitae, examples of written extension outputs, and names and addresses of three professional references.  Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.  Women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.  All application materials must be submitted via our recruitment site: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS/job/Little-Rock/Assistant-Associate-Professor---Extension-Animal-Health-Wellbeing_R0044897. Review of applications will begin on October 25, 2023 and will continue until a satisfactory candidate is identified.  Please address application materials to Dr. Mark Russell, Chair, Search Advisory Committee.  

Ph.D. in Animal Science or related field and/or DVM required. The successful candidate must have the ability to work with adults, youth, 4-H leaders, and county Extension agents. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work with groups as well as with individuals; to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; to obtain and interpret up-to-date information; and to be an effective team player. Experience with or willingness to learn new technology is essential.

The successful candidate will have practical knowledge of U.S. animal agriculture and common large animal (e.g., cattle, horses, small ruminants) health management practices (e.g., parasitology, behavior, handling) enabling him/her to work with public and private entities and agricultural producers in Arkansas. Experience in large animal health and wellbeing is necessary. Ability and interest to effectively contribute to interdisciplinary teams should be a goal. Strong communication skills and the ability to secure extramural funding to support applied research and extension programs are also required.

About University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service

The Department of Animal Science program is located in the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences and has 23 full-time faculty with 300+ majors. The U of A, Fayetteville, is a land grant university with enrollment of more than 27,500 and considered the flagship institution in the state university system. Fayetteville is located in Northwest Arkansas in the scenic Ozark Mountains close to lakes, rivers and national forests. Northwest Arkansas is served by Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, linking the area to nearby international airports. Major cities located within a day’s drive of Fayetteville include: Dallas-Fort Worth, Oklahoma City, Wichita, Kansas City, Little Rock, Memphis and Shreveport. For more information on the University of Arkansas and Northwest Arkansas please visit www.uark.edu. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race/color, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons mu...st have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check, sex offender registry check, drug screening, and MVR check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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