Meat Scientist
| Company | Washington State University |
|---|---|
| Location | Moscow, ID, USA |
| Salary | $77000 – $77727 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | PhD |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- PhD in Animal Science, Meat Science, or Food Science or related field by the time of hire.
- Knowledge of beef production, carcass grading, fabrication, and livestock and meat evaluation.
- Knowledge of pre-and post-harvest attributes of skeletal muscle and adipose tissue as they relate to meat quality, yield, grade, and marketability.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work with diverse audiences in group and one-on-one settings.
Responsibilities
- Develop curricula and serve as the primary instructor for various courses related to Meat Science and Beef production.
- Establish an independently-funded, integrated research program focused on industry-relevant Meat Science/Beef topics.
- Mentor graduate students.
- Address issues facing the beef industry and enhance the sustainability of meat production.
- Complement and extend current initiatives and strengthen faculty in the Department of Animal Sciences.
Preferred Qualifications
- Documented teaching experience.
- Demonstrated excellence in program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Evidence of ability to obtain external funds to support an applied research program.
- Post-doctoral or industry experience.
- Demonstration of successful team performance and work with diverse stakeholders.