Research Associate Professor, Ruminant Male Reproductive Physiologist

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages an independent research program in small ruminant molecular reproduction, including study design, experimental oversight, systems physiology integration, and strategic research direction.
• Oversees laboratory operations, supervises research staff and students, manages workflow, compliance, equipment, and conducts regular laboratory meetings for program development.
• Develops competitive grant proposals, manages sponsored research efforts, and pursues external funding opportunities to sustain and expand the research program.
• Establishes and supports the buck testing program at the International Goat Research Center, including reproductive evaluation protocols and herd fertility assessment initiatives.
• Supports undergraduate and graduate instruction, student mentoring, extension programming, producer education, and community engagement activities.
• Participates in interdisciplinary collaborations within the animal systems group and contributes to integrated research initiatives across programs and departments.
• Writes manuscripts, publishes research findings, presents at scientific meetings, and participates in professional organizations and conferences. Adheres to university and CAFNR policies, completes required compliance/training activities, and performs other assigned administrative duties.
• Required Education and Experience:
• Ph.D. in a relevant field or discipline, including Veterinary Medical Sciences, Molecular Genetics, Reproductive Physiology, Animal Science, or a related field.
• Seven (7) years of related experience.
• Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:
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Benefits

Additional Information

Job Title Research Associate Professor, Ruminant Male Reproductive Physiologist Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Adloc Cooperative Agriculture And Research Center Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description Important Immigration information: A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly , if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate . ________________________________________________________________________ The College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) invites applications for a 9-month non-tenure track Research Associate Professor (100% research; summer salary support for the first two years from the date of hire) position in Ruminant Male Reproductive Physiology. In addition to excellent communication skills, the ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience along with demonstrated accomplishments in utilizing advanced techniques in male fertility with a focus on sperm fertility biomarkers and cryopreservation and have a distinguished record of scholarly research, publications, extramural research grants and professional achievements in male fertility. This role also involves developing a buck fertility center of excellence, contributing to undergraduate and graduate teaching and extension outreach. A proven record of high-quality research publications, securing external research funding, and professional achievements, including student mentorship, is required. The candidate will play a relevant role in the university's strategic mission to enhance research engagement and excellence, supporting the transition from R2 to R1 status. In addition to leading independent research, the candidate will contribute to graduate teaching and course development, nurturing the next generation of experts in reproductive physiology. The position will involve extension outreach to integrate research outcomes into practice, supporting livestock industries. The USDA funds the position and offers a competitive salary based on experience. Continued employment will be contingent upon meeting research performance metrics, including securing external funding and demonstrating successful research outcomes. This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding. The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

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