Poultry Disease Scientist

The primary duties are research, teaching and outreach pertaining to poultry diseases. The research component involves the development of an extramurally competitive program and interaction with relevant existing research programs. Teaching responsibilities encompass team-taught graduate courses, supervision of graduate student research, and diseases of poultry and other avian species in the professional curriculum contingent upon qualifications. Outreach activities such as consultations with commercial poultry producers or allied industries are encouraged. Essential qualifications are the PhD degree or equivalent and evidence of recent accomplishments in poultry disease research. The DVM degree or equivalent, board certification in pathology, poultry medicine, or microbiology; and consultative experience with commercial poultry producers or allied industries in a diagnostic or corporate setting are preferred. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position is available October 1, 2001. Review of applications will begin August 15, 2001 and will continue until the position is filled.

Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

Send curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to: Frederic J. Hoerr, DVM, PhD, Chairman, Search Committee, Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, P.O. Box 2209, Auburn, Alabama 36831-2209, TEL (334) 844-4987, FAX (334) 826-3592. e-mail: fhoerr@mindspring.com.

Auburn University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.