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Dalhousie University is comprised of 13 faculties with a current enrollment of 18,500 graduate and undergraduate students. It is the largest university in the Maritimes and a member of Canada’s U15 research-intensive university group. This position is located on the Agricultural Campus in the town of Truro, a thriving social and business community that is home to approximately 46,000 residents, which offers excellent schooling, affordable living, and convenient location accessible to Halifax, as well as Nova Scotia’s oceanic and boreal nature areas.
The animal agricultural, aquaculture and veterinary industries are significant contributors to the Atlantic region’s GDP, and therefore are important stakeholders to the Faculty of Agriculture, Dalhousie University. The incumbent for this position will conduct research on improving the sustainability and resilience of animal agriculture and/or aquaculture industries using animal nutrition and analysis of the microbiome of the digestive tract. This faculty position will facilitate the development of inter-disciplinary teams to address the three pillars of the department research strategy: Building sustainability and resiliency, conscientious animal care, and identification of bioactives to support animal health.
required qualifications
The successful candidate must have a PhD, and must demonstrate:
- A plan for outstanding novel research in animal science disciplines involving the microbiome of the digestive tract relevant to sustainability and resiliency of animal agriculture and aquaculture, consistent with the Department’s strategic research plan and research priorities of the animal and aquaculture industries.
- Evidence of research into agricultural animal species of importance to Canada and Atlantic Canada.
- Effective specific research capabilities that relate to strategies involving microbiome modulation, considering animal nutritional innovations or changes in animal management.
- A solid understanding of microbiome related research in relation to animal production. The candidate should understand the role of microbiome health in high production of quality animal products while optimizing farm profitability and animal welfare, while reducing negative environmental impacts.
- Clear evidence of scientific impact and high-quality scientific contributions. This may include publications, presentations, book chapters, reports, patents, and scientific outreach among others.
- Evidence of ability to secure research funding, including national Tri-agency funding.
- Potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching in areas that complement our teaching program, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Evidence of collaboration with regional, national, and international academic and industry partners.
application information
Applications must include a cover letter stating qualifications and experience, a Curriculum Vitae including a list of publications and major projects, statements of research and teaching experience, and a five-year research program plan. The names and contact information of three referees will be required prior to any position offer.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.
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