Professor of Animal Genetics with special emphasis on breeding

Professor of Animal Genetics with special emphasis on breedingReference number SLU.ua.2024.2.5.1-4168Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal ScienceThe Department of Animal BiosciencesThe Department of Animal Biosciences is part of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science and is responsible for education and research in several basic and applied areas including genetics, breeding, and health of various animal species.
Our research covers everything from production animals to sport and companion animals.The current employment is placed in the research group of applied genetics focusing on the genetically improving traits in animal populations.The subject covers genetics relevant to the breeding of farmed animals (cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, poultry) and sport and companion animals (horses, dogs, cats).
This includes the development of methods for genetic evaluation, breeding objectives, and conservation of genetic variation.DutiesThe applicant will be expected to:
develop and lead internationally successful researchdevelop, lead, and participate in teaching at first, second, and third cycle levelsprimarily teach in animal breeding and geneticsdevelop and maintain national and international networkscollaborate with other SLU research teamsapply for external research fundingcontribute to the strategic development of the departmentcommunicate research findings to societyperform administrative dutiespossibly have a managerial rolebe able to use Swedish as the working language within four years.The department uses Swedish and English in parallel.
The professor should primarily perform tasks in English but must be able to use Swedish within four years.
The department will provide support with language learning.The applicant must:
have a doctoral degree in genetics and the qualifications for appointment as an associate professordemonstrate research expertise in at least two animal speciesdemonstrate teaching expertise and integrate research into teachinghave led a successful research teamhave competed for substantial external research fundinghave good knowledge of English.Grounds of assessmentThe assessment criteria for employment will focus on the degree of proficiency required for eligibility.Research expertise assessment will be based on:
completed and ongoing research relevanceability to initiate and run successful researchability to compete for external fundingexperience as a principal supervisor for doctoral students.Teaching expertise will be assessed based on:
planning and implementation of teachingintegrating research into teachingsupervision of coursestraining in teaching and learningpedagogic vision.Additional abilities assessed will include:
developing and leading academic activitiescollaborating with stakeholderscommunicating research work.The appointment will be offered to the applicant deemed to have the best skill set for the duties and contribute positively to the organization.This position offers a vibrant research climate at SLU with benefits including Swedish family health care provisions and generous paid leave policies.
Sweden has a well-established educational system providing no-cost education through university studies.Located in Uppsala, a city rich in history and culture, it is a true academic and cultural hub.Place of work:
UppsalaExtent:
100%Form of employment:
By agreement.Application:
For application guidance, refer to SLU's appointment procedure for teachers.
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