Position Description
Assistant Professor of Animal Genetics
Department of Animal Science
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 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.
Position Description and Responsibilities:
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:
 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 Agriculture and Natural Resources and the University of Connecticut Center for
Regenerative Biology
The Department of Animal Science maintains all of the major livestock species within walking distance on
campus (beef, dairy, horses, poultry, sheep and swine) as well as access to excellent laboratory animal
facilities. Complete information on the department and its programs can be found at
www.animalscience.uconn.edu .
The Department of Animal Science offers A.A.S., B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees and is comprised of 16
faculty members with research interests in physiology, molecular genetics, nutrition, domestic animal
management, and food science.
Qualifications required:
Candidate must have a Ph.D. in animal genetics, molecular genetics or a closely related field. Equivalent
foreign degrees are acceptable. The candidate also must 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.
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 can be sent to Thomas.Hoagland@uconn.edu, 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.