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Auburn University

Location: Auburn UniversityAL 36849 Document ID: AC203-0LXQ Posted on: 2019-01-1601/16/2019 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2019-02-15
 

Extension Specialist - Fish Health

Job Title
Extension Specialist - Fish Health

Posting Number
P1192F

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The School of Aquaculture, Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences ( SFAAS ) at Auburn University invites applications for a position at our Alabama Fish Farming Center ( AFFC ) in Greensboro. It is a non-tenure-track, 12-month faculty position with the title Extension Specialist; however, responsibilities are 50% extension and 50% research. The position is supported by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System ( ACES ) and the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station ( AAES ). The incumbent will be a member of the ACES Aquatic Resources Program Priority Team and must maintain a current AAES Hatch project.

The primary extension responsibility will be disease diagnostic services for catfish farmers. The primary research responsibilities will be fish health questions of importance to the Alabama catfish industry. The successful candidate will interact with AFFC staff, members of the Southeastern Cooperative Fish Parasite and Disease Project (located in SFAAS ), and other fish health and aquaculture specialists to develop a vibrant diagnostic program and relevant, extramurally funded, research program.

Minimum Qualifications

A PhD in an appropriate field or a DVM is required. Research experience with aquatic animals and two years of experience (staff, postdoctoral, or faculty) in diagnosis of fish diseases are also required. Experience in extension or outreach with fish farmers, a publication record in extension, and a publication record in aquatic animal research are desirable. The successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, and organizational skills. They must also meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of employment.

Desired Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must apply for the position electronically through: http://aufacultypositions.peopleadmin.com/postings/2883 and submit the following: 1) cover letter addressing the candidate's experience pertinent to the responsibilities of the position, 2) Curriculum vitae, 3) Reprints of up to three research publications and 4) Reprints of up to three extension publications. When prompted during the on-line application process, please provide names, phone numbers and email addresses of three professional references. Only complete application materials will be considered. Active review of applications will begin October 1, 2018 and the search will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position should be directed to:
Dr. Cova Arias
Search Committee Chair
School of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences
203 Swingle Hall
Auburn University
Email: ariascr@auburn.edu



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