Internal Candidates Only
Position Function:
The College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University, is seeking applications for the Director of the Poultry Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (PRDL).
Salary Grade: UC
For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
November 2023
Tenure Track Status:
Non-Tenure Track
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This position is in Pearl, MS and serves the Mississippi commercial poultry industry and backyard poultry producers. Major responsibilities for this position include oversight of the poultry diagnostic laboratory including personnel, equipment, and facility; interaction with the State Animal Health Official in cases of reportable poultry disease; and outreach with the commercial poultry industry. The Director oversees the DVM teaching experiences and Residency training programs offered by PRDL faculty.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must have a DVM degree or equivalent with experience in avian (poultry) medicine, and Diplomate status in the American College of Poultry Veterinarians (ACPV). Demonstrated ability to work in teams is required. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
Must be a current employee.
ABDs or degree pending considered (all but DISS):
No
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Application review will begin October 15, 2023. Applicants should apply on-line at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and must submit a letter of application describing their interests and professional goals, curriculum vitae, and names, addresses and phone numbers of three references. Questions about this position can be referred to Dr. William Epperson epperson@cvm.msstate.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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