Open Rank Extension Educator - Beef Systems (Cuming County)
- Employer
- University of Nebraska - Lincoln
- Location
- Nebraska, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Sep 8, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Agriculture & Animal Sciences
- Employment Level
- Non-Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Do you have the drive to help make a positive difference in beef
cattle production in Nebraska? Can you develop, deliver, and
determine the impact of comprehensive programming that includes
integrating current technologies and concepts in ruminant nutrition
into beef production systems? Do you have experience in feedlot and
production management technologies that result in a more
sustainable beef system? The Nebraska Extension is an organization
that values individuals who excel, adapt easily, exhibit passion
for helping others, and are excellent communicators. As a member of
the UNL Extension team you will collaborate with research
and extension faculty who are leaders in their field. You will work
with high performing teams to create and deliver world class,
innovative learning experiences that empower Nebraskans to improve
their lives around critical issues. We have an excellent
opportunity for a full-time faculty position located in West Point,
Nebraska. The focus of this position will be Beef Systems with an
emphasis in Ruminant Nutrition. This position will be an active
participant in the Nebraska Integrated Beef Systems Team within a
geographic area that includes Dixon, Dakota, Wayne, Thurston,
Stanton, Cuming, Burt, Dodge, Colfax, and Washington Counties
located in northeast Nebraska. We want individuals who are
self-directed and able to work in a flexible environment.
Recognizing that diversity within a context of inclusivity enhances
creativity, innovation, impact, and a sense of belonging, the
Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) and Nebraska
Extension are committed to creating learning, research, Extension
programming, and work environments that are inclusive of all forms
of human diversity. We actively encourage applications from and
nominations of individuals from underrepresented groups.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree required in Beef Cattle Ruminant Nutrition or closely related field. Master’s degree must be completed by start date.
- Successful experience teaching beef cattle nutrition and beef systems in a formal or non-formal setting.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate (i.e. publications, presentations, web, and social media).
- Experience in beef feedlot and beef systems – integrating ruminant nutrition concepts and technologies into beef management systems
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in working with individuals, coworkers, and teams to accomplish individual and/or group goals, as evidenced by college, career, and/or community activities.
- Outstanding leadership skills as demonstrated by roles in college, career, and/or community activities.
- Ability to utilize electronic and online technologies for educational program delivery.
Employment-based permanent residency sponsorship is not available
for this position now or in the future.
Review of applications will begin October 4, 2021 and continue
until the position is filled or the search is closed. To view
details of the position and create an application, go
to http://employment.unl.edu,
requisition F_210117. Click “Apply to this job” and complete the
information form. Attach 1) a letter of interest that describes
your qualifications for the job and anticipated contributions; 2)
your curriculum vitae; and 3) contact information for three
professional references. In addition, within the application,
please complete the required supplemental question(s), one
specifically about the value you place on diversity and your
anticipated contributions to creating inclusive environments in
which every person and every interaction matters (see https://ianr.unl.edu/tips-writing-about-commitment-to-deib for
guidance in writing this statement).
As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination
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