Assistant Research Professor – Fish Nutrition

Job Details

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This position seeks an Asssistant Research Professor to lead an innovative fish nutrition program focused on catfish aquaculture, with responsibilities that include developing and evaluating cost-effective feeds, alternative ingredients, nutrient supplements, and feeding strategies that address industry needs while maintaining scientific rigor. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team at the Thad Cochran National Warmwater Aquaculture Center (TCNWAC), as well as producers, feed manufacturers, processors, extension personnel, and partners across MSU, USDA-ARS, and other organizations to support the growth and profitability of the catfish industry.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications

• A PhD in fish nutrition or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Demonstrated knowledge of fish nutrient requirements, feed formulation, feeding practices, and aquaculture production
• Record of peer-reviewed publication
• Experience in grant writing and pursuit of extramural funding
• Strong verbal and written scientific communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary research team

Preferred qualifications

• Direct research experience with catfish or other warmwater aquaculture species
• Experience evaluating alternative or novel feed ingredients and nutrient supplements
• Experience working with aquaculture producers or extension personnel
• Experience mentoring or co-advising graduate students
• Experience collaborating with commercial feed manufacturers to formulate practical, cost-effective diets based on commodity pricing, ingredient availability, and production constraints.

Contact Information

Open until filled, but apply by September 8th for first consideration