International Foodservice Manufacturers Association
Assistant Professor, Meat Science
International Foodservice Manufacturers Association, Manhattan, Kansas, United States, 66506
Overview
Full time, 12-month, tenure-track position (60% Teaching, 40% Research) About This Role
Animal Sciences & Industry is the largest department at Kansas State University with robust teaching, research, and extension programs focusing on the primary disciplines and species/products in the animal and food sciences, with approximately 44 faculty, 1178 undergraduate, and 59 graduate students. Kansas plays a significant role in the meat industry, ranking second in fed cattle marketed and third in total red meat production. Animal slaughtering and meat processing from carcasses has a direct output of $11.2 billion and supports a total of 17,292 jobs in Kansas. To serve students and industry, we are seeking applicants for a 12-month, tenure-track faculty position (60% teaching, 40% research). The position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and located in Manhattan, KS. The successful individual is expected to teach classes related to animal harvest and processing (ASI 361), advanced meat science (ASI 930), as well as courses to support the teaching mission of the department. The individual is expected to work in collaboration with a diverse team within the meat science faculty group, department, COA, and university towards teaching and research objectives. Research efforts will be consistent with the successful individual’s expertise, interests, and needs of the Department. Responsibilities
Develop a well-recognized, dynamic meat science teaching and research program Provide instruction for ASI 361 (Meat Animal Processing) and ASI 930 (Advanced Meat Science), as well as courses within the candidate’s area of expertise based on departmental needs Establish and maintain a competitive, extramurally funded research program emphasizing meat science Demonstrate a strong commitment to team-oriented research, teaching, and extension programs and the development and success of students Collaborate with other faculty and participate in departmental and meat science activities/programs Formally mentor undergraduate students within Animal Science Mentor graduate students and serve on graduate advisory committees Minimum Requirements
Ph.D. or equivalent at the time of hire in Meat Science, Animal Science, or Food Science Taught or assisted in teaching graduate and/or undergraduate meat and/or animal science courses Knowledge and experience in meat science, specifically with livestock harvest and processing Demonstrated excellence in research Willingness and enthusiasm for participation in team-oriented meat science, departmental, and college objectives Excellent written and oral communication skills Preferred Qualifications
Experience and knowledge in the meat industry Demonstrated ability in obtaining extramural funding Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching of meat science courses Strong academic publication record Experience conducting collaborative, interdisciplinary research Evidence of being a successful team member and effective leader Experience in both graduate and undergraduate mentorship Commitment to the University’s land-grant mission and the K-State Next-Gen Strategic Plan Other Requirements
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment A valid driver’s license at the time of employment How to Apply
Applicants should complete the application process through K-State’s PageUp recruiting system at the URL below to complete the application and upload the following: Letter of interest to include an explanation of how your qualifications and professional interests align with the position Curriculum vitae A one-page statement of research plans and goals A one-page statement of teaching philosophy and goals Copies of unofficial academic transcripts Name and contact information for three professional references For more information contact
Travis O’Quinn, Search Committee Chair Department of Animal Sciences & Industry 133 Weber Hall travisoquinn[at]ksu.edu (785) 536-3469 Screening end date
October 26, 2025
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Full time, 12-month, tenure-track position (60% Teaching, 40% Research) About This Role
Animal Sciences & Industry is the largest department at Kansas State University with robust teaching, research, and extension programs focusing on the primary disciplines and species/products in the animal and food sciences, with approximately 44 faculty, 1178 undergraduate, and 59 graduate students. Kansas plays a significant role in the meat industry, ranking second in fed cattle marketed and third in total red meat production. Animal slaughtering and meat processing from carcasses has a direct output of $11.2 billion and supports a total of 17,292 jobs in Kansas. To serve students and industry, we are seeking applicants for a 12-month, tenure-track faculty position (60% teaching, 40% research). The position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and located in Manhattan, KS. The successful individual is expected to teach classes related to animal harvest and processing (ASI 361), advanced meat science (ASI 930), as well as courses to support the teaching mission of the department. The individual is expected to work in collaboration with a diverse team within the meat science faculty group, department, COA, and university towards teaching and research objectives. Research efforts will be consistent with the successful individual’s expertise, interests, and needs of the Department. Responsibilities
Develop a well-recognized, dynamic meat science teaching and research program Provide instruction for ASI 361 (Meat Animal Processing) and ASI 930 (Advanced Meat Science), as well as courses within the candidate’s area of expertise based on departmental needs Establish and maintain a competitive, extramurally funded research program emphasizing meat science Demonstrate a strong commitment to team-oriented research, teaching, and extension programs and the development and success of students Collaborate with other faculty and participate in departmental and meat science activities/programs Formally mentor undergraduate students within Animal Science Mentor graduate students and serve on graduate advisory committees Minimum Requirements
Ph.D. or equivalent at the time of hire in Meat Science, Animal Science, or Food Science Taught or assisted in teaching graduate and/or undergraduate meat and/or animal science courses Knowledge and experience in meat science, specifically with livestock harvest and processing Demonstrated excellence in research Willingness and enthusiasm for participation in team-oriented meat science, departmental, and college objectives Excellent written and oral communication skills Preferred Qualifications
Experience and knowledge in the meat industry Demonstrated ability in obtaining extramural funding Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching of meat science courses Strong academic publication record Experience conducting collaborative, interdisciplinary research Evidence of being a successful team member and effective leader Experience in both graduate and undergraduate mentorship Commitment to the University’s land-grant mission and the K-State Next-Gen Strategic Plan Other Requirements
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment A valid driver’s license at the time of employment How to Apply
Applicants should complete the application process through K-State’s PageUp recruiting system at the URL below to complete the application and upload the following: Letter of interest to include an explanation of how your qualifications and professional interests align with the position Curriculum vitae A one-page statement of research plans and goals A one-page statement of teaching philosophy and goals Copies of unofficial academic transcripts Name and contact information for three professional references For more information contact
Travis O’Quinn, Search Committee Chair Department of Animal Sciences & Industry 133 Weber Hall travisoquinn[at]ksu.edu (785) 536-3469 Screening end date
October 26, 2025
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