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Asceptic Processing and Packaging School... NEWS AND EVENTS Shown are participants of the school for "Aseptically Processed and Packaged Foods in Flexible Containers" held March 5-9, 1984 at North Carolina State University (NCSU). The school was sponsored by the Department of Food Science, NCSU, North Carolina Agricultural Extension Service, in cooperation with The Food Fermentation Laboratory, US Department of Agriculture, NCSU, Raleigh. Front row (I to r): N. C. Miller, Jr. (NCSU); David Gass (Pepsi Co. Inc.), Arlington, TX; Sanita Kelley (The Southland Corp.), Dallas, TX; Karen Graham (Sandoz Nutrition), Minneapolis, MN; Mary S. Klorer (Boise Cascade), St. Louis, MO; John Miles (T. J. Lipton Inc.), Englewood Cliffs, N J; Virginia Bryant (Swiss Miss, Div. Beatrice Foods), Aurora, CO; Pamela Hemphill (NCSU). Second row: John Rushing (NCSU); K. R. Marcynuk (Campbell Soup Co.), Toronto, Canada;Jack H. Fowler (Crepaco Inc.), Lake Mills, WI; Ann Garner Riddle (T. W. Garner Food Co.), Winston-Salem, NC; Kenneth Ray (Sun Drop Bottling Co.), Gastonia, NC; Nripen Barua (Cate]li Ltd.), Scarborough, Canada; James E. Nichols (USDA, FSIS, MPITS, FESD), Washington, DC; David J. Keller (Borden Inc.), Syracuse, NY; John Tate (SO- PAK-CO), Bennettsville, SC. Third row: David R. Lineback (NCSU); Carl B. Anderson (Del Monte Corp.), Walnut Creek, CA; Tony Gauci (Catelli Ltd.), Scarborough, Canada; Kenneth R. Swartzel (NCSU); Myron Uecker (General Mills), Minneapolis, MN; Richard Biziak (Combibloc, Inc.), Columbus, OH; William H. Sveum (Armour-Dial, Inc.), Scottsdale, AZ; Victor A. Jones (NCSU); Douglas Campbell (USDA, FSIS, MPITS, FESD), Washington, DC; John Sinkiewicz (Seneca Foods Corp.), Mountain Home, NC; Vance E. Caudill (Campbell Soup Co.), Camden, NJ; Max E. Greg- ory (NCSU).
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Asceptic Processing and Packaging School...

NEWS AND EVENTS

Shown are part icipants of the school for "Asept ica l ly Processed and Packaged Foods in Flexible Conta iners" held March 5 - 9 , 1984 at Nor th Carolina State Universi ty (NCSU). The school was sponsored by the Depa r tmen t of F o o d Science, NCSU, Nor th Carolina Agricul tural Extens ion Service, in coopera t ion with The F o o d Fe rmen ta t ion Laboratory , US Depar tmen t of Agricul ture, NCSU, Raleigh.

Front row (I to r): N. C. Miller, Jr. (NCSU); David Gass (Pepsi Co. Inc.), Arlington, TX; Sanita Kelley (The Southland Corp.), Dallas, TX; Karen Graham (Sandoz Nutrition), Minneapolis, MN; Mary S. Klorer (Boise Cascade), St. Louis, MO; John Miles (T. J. Lipton Inc.), Englewood Cliffs, N J; Virginia Bryant (Swiss Miss, Div. Beatrice Foods), Aurora, CO; Pamela Hemphill (NCSU).

Second row: John Rushing (NCSU); K. R. Marcynuk (Campbell Soup Co.), Toronto, Canada;Jack H. Fowler (Crepaco Inc.), Lake Mills, WI; Ann Garner Riddle (T. W. Garner Food Co.), Winston-Salem, NC; Kenneth Ray (Sun Drop Bottling Co.), Gastonia, NC; Nripen Barua (Cate]li Ltd.), Scarborough, Canada; James E. Nichols (USDA, FSIS, MPITS, FESD), Washington, DC; David J. Keller (Borden Inc.), Syracuse, NY; John Tate (SO- PAK-CO), Bennettsville, SC.

Third row: David R. Lineback (NCSU); Carl B. Anderson (Del Monte Corp.), Walnut Creek, CA; Tony Gauci (Catelli Ltd.), Scarborough, Canada; Kenneth R. Swartzel (NCSU); Myron Uecker (General Mills), Minneapolis, MN; Richard Biziak (Combibloc, Inc.), Columbus, OH; William H. Sveum (Armour-Dial, Inc.), Scottsdale, AZ; Victor A. Jones (NCSU); Douglas Campbell (USDA, FSIS, MPITS, FESD), Washington, DC; John Sinkiewicz (Seneca Foods Corp.), Mountain Home, NC; Vance E. Caudill (Campbell Soup Co.), Camden, NJ; Max E. Greg- ory (NCSU).

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Nominations for Alan T. Waterman Award. . .

The National Science Foundat ion Alan T. Waterman Award Committee has issued a call for nominations of candidates for the tenth annual award.

Intended to give recognition to an out- standing young researcher in any field of science, mathematics, or engineering and to encourage further high quality research, the award was established by the Congress in 1975 to mark the 25th anniversary of the National Science Foundat ion and to honor the first director of the Foundation, Alan T. Waterman.

In addition to a medal, the recipient receives up to $50,000 per year for up to 3 years of research or advanced s tudy in the mathe- matical, physical, medical, biological, engineer- ing, social, or other sciences at the institution of the recipient 's choice.

Deadline for nominations for the 1985 award to be received by the award committee at the National Science Foundat ion is Decem- ber 31, 1984. Announcement of the award will be made in May 1985.

Candidates must be US citizens and must be 35 years of age or younger or not more than 5 years beyond receipt of the Ph.D. degree by December 31 of the year in which nominated. C~[ndidates should have completed sufficient scientific or engineering research to have demonstrated, through personal accomplish- ments, outstanding capability and exceptional promise for significant future achievement. In addition, candidates should exhibit quality, innovation, and potential for discovery in their research.

Nominations for the award may be sub- mit ted by the scientific and educational com- munities, individuals, professional societies, industry, and other appropriate organizations.

Six copies of each nomination should be submit ted to the Alan T. Waterman Award Committee, National Science Foundat ion, Washington, DC 20550.

Addit ional information may be obtained by contacting the Executive Secretary for the Committee, Mrs. Lois J. Hamaty, at the Na- tional Science Foundat ion (202/357-7512).

Diamond Jubilee Journal Needed..

Additional copies are needed of the 75th anniversary issue, Journal of Dairy Science Volume 64, Number 6. The National Office will pay $10 plus shipping for each copy. For information contact Claude J. Cruse, 309 West Clark Street, Champaign, IL 61820 (217/356-3182).

Publications...

Challenges to Contemporary Dairy Analyti- cal Techniques. Proceedings of seminar held in Reading, England, March 28--30, 1984 and sponsored by International Dairy Federation, Federation of European Chemical Societies Working Party of Food Chemistry, and the Association of Official Analytical Chemists. 350 pp. $29. ISBN 0-85186-925-4. Royal Society of Chemistry, Nottingham NG7 2RD, England.

Census o f 1983 Dry Milk Distribution and Production Trends. $4. American Dry Milk Institute, Chicago, IL 60606.

Economics and Management o f Food Proc- essing. W. S. Greig. 521 pp. $57.50. Avi Pub- lishing Co., Westport, CT 06881.

1983 Whey Products, A Survey o f Utiliza- tion and Production Trends. $4. Whey Products Institute, Chicago, IL 60606.

Organic Farming: Current Technology and Its Role in a Sustainable Agriculture. B. F. Bezdicek, J. F. Power, D. R. Keeney, and M. J. Wright, editorial committee. 192 pp. $12. ISBN 0-89118-076-1. American Society of Agronomy, Crop Science Society of America, and Soil Science Society of America, Madison, WI 53711.

Proceedings of the National Invitational Workshop on the Genetic Improvement of Dairy Cattle. Meeting held April 9 - 1 1 , 1984. $15. R. W. Everett, B-22 Morrison Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853.

Proceedings of the Sixth International Congress o f Food Science and Technology, 18--23 September, 1983, Dublin, Ireland. Vol. 1 to 5. J. V. McLoughlin and B. M. McKenna, ed. Boole Press Limited, P.O. Box

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5, 51 Sandycove Rd., Dtln Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, Ireland.

Volume 1. Production, Preservation and Processing o f Food. 245 pp. $65 hardbound (HB). ISBN 0-906783-24-0. $45 paper (P). ISBN 0-906783-25-9.

Volume 2. Basic Studies in Food Science. 225 pp. $65 HB. ISBN0-906783-26-7. $45 P. ISBN 0-906783-27-5.

Volume 3. Human Nutrition. 128 pp. $65 HB. ISBN 0-906783-28-3. $45 P. ISBN 0-906783-29-1.

Volume 4. Food Science and Human Wel- fare. 256 pp. $95 HB. ISBN 0-906783-30-5. $75 P. ISBN 0-906783-31-3.

Volume 5. Food Science and Technology: Present Status and Future Direction. 320 pp. $95 HB. ISBN 0-906783-37-2. $75 P. ISBN 0- 906783-38-0.

Complete set is $350 HB; $250 P. Prostaglandins in Animal Reproduction II.

Proceedings from a symposium held at The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Uppsala, Sweden, May 31-June 2, 1983. L.-E. Edqvist and H. Kindahl, ed. 304 pp. $67.25. ISBN 0-444-42294-3. Elsevier Science Publishing Co., Inc. New York, NY 10163.

Protecting Farmlands. F. R. Steiner and J. E. Theilacker, ed. 312 pp. $32.50. Avi Publishing Co., Westport, CT 06881.

Quality Assurance Principles for Analyti- cal Laboratories. F. M. Garfield. 224 pp. $45.50 in US; $48.50 outside US. ISBN 0- 935584-26-9. Association of Official Analyti- cal Chemists, Arlington, VA 22209.

Positions Available...

• The Department of Animal Science, Oregon State University, is seeking an associate professor in dairy production and management, 50% resident instruction and 50% research. Position is full-time, 12-month tenure track. Responsibilities include leading the dairy program, coordinating with related departments in the College of Agricultural Sciences, and developing a strong communications program with the dairy industry and agri-business. Responsibilities also include teaching under- graduate courses in d~tiry cattle management and applied nutrition, sharing in advising undergraduate and graduate students, initiating

research programs in dairy cattle management and nutrition, and supervising the management of the teaching and research herd. Required is a Ph.D. in dairy nutrition or a related field with a strong background in dairy herd management. Applicants should submit a detailed resume, transcripts, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to Dr. Steven L. Davis, Head, Department of Animal Science, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331- 6702. The position is available March 1, 1985. Applications will be accepted until October 31, 1984. Oregon State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and com- plies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

• (Anticipated) Laboratory technician IV position at the University of Vermont, Depart- ment of Animal Sciences. Candidates should have a B.S. or M.S. in dairy manufacturing or microbiology with strong training or experience in the areas of dairy quality control and testing, microbiology, and dairy foods manufacture. A working knowledge of statistical methods and data processing is desirable. Primary research emphasis will be in the area of dairy foods microbiology. Applications will be accepted through November 15, 1984, or until a suitable candidate is identified. Send transcripts, resume, and 3 letters of recommendation to: Dr. Leonard S. Bull, Chairman, Department of Animal Sciences, University of Vermont, 220 Carrigan Hall, Burlington, VT 05405. Uni- versity of Vermont is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be considered without discrimination for any nonmerit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, na- tional origin, politics, marital status, physical handicap, age, or membership in any employee organization.

• The Department of Animal and Poultry Science, University of Guelph, is seeking applicants for a tenure-track position as pro- fessor/associate professor/assistant professor (teaching/research/extension) in meat science and growth and metabolism. The individual will have the responsibility of teaching diploma and undergraduate courses in meat science. An opportunity exists to develop a graduate course that is commensurate with individual's research program. The individual will be expected to

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develop an outstanding research program in poul t ry meat and have a research interest in the quality of poultry products (eggs). The in- dividual must be able to interact with both the production and processing sectors of the poultry industry. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in a discipline of animal and poul t ry science or poul t ry products; working knowledge of poul t ry slaughter, grading, and processing for retail sale is desirable. An abil i ty to communi- cate effectively and work harmoniously is expected. Applications will be accepted until October 15, 1984. Applications should include a complete resume, transcripts, and list of four references. Send to: Dr. R. R. Hacker, Chair- man, Department o f Animal and Poultry Science, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada NIG 2W1. tn accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priori ty will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Position subject to final budgetary approval.

• Executive vice president, Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST), Ames, IA, available immediately. The Executive Vice President will: 1) be the chief executive officer; be a member of the executive com- mittee and the Board of Directors; serve as secretary, treasurer, and legal representative of CAST; and supervise and direct the operations of the headquarters staff, 2) in cooperation with the President, prepare drafts of agendas for meetings of the executive committee and the board of directors; prepare information required for these meetings and follow up on actions needed after the meetings; at tend the meetings and give reports on his/her activities and on the work of the organization; and participate in and assist with the work of CAST committees as needed, 3) be responsible for organizing the task forces and other subject mat ter activities of CAST, for seeing that the activities are carried out in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the executive committee and the board of direc- tors, and for issuing the reports and other publications on a t imely basis, 4) be the editor- in-chief for CAST publications and be respon- sible for maintaining high standards of quality, 5) respond to requests for information by members of the press, Congress, and others in appropriate ways, 6) respond to correspon-

dence received and initiate correspondence, including communications to the board of directors, the executive committee, members of Congress, the media, and others on matters relevant to food and agriculture in general and CAST activities in particular, 7) initiate con- sideration of topics or issues by the board of directors, the executive committee, and the officers. Applicant must have a Ph.D. or com- parable advanced degree in food or agricultural science and at least 5 years of professional experience. Applicant must have interest and abili ty in writing and communicating scientific information and must be capable of working harmoniously and effectively with a wide range of people and organizations. Applicant should send an account of their qualifications and other personal data to Dr. Louis J. Boyd, CAST President, 250 Memorial Union, Ames, IA 50011-9988. A letter of recommendat ion addressed to Dr. Boyd should be sent inde- pendently by each of three persons familiar with the qualifications of the applicant. Tele- phoned inquiries may be addressed to Dr. Boyd at 404/542-3390 or to Dr. Charles A. Black (the current Executive Vice President) at 515/294-2036. Review of the applications will start September 17, 1984, and will continue until the position is filled. CAST is an equal oppor tuni ty employer.

• Assistant professor of animal science, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND. The position is an annual tenure-track appointment , 40% teaching and 60% research. The person employed will be expected to develop a re- search program in dairy cattle production and management. The specific area will depend on interest and qualifications of the individual. Cooperation with other scientists in studies involving reproductive physiology, nutrition, and animal breeding will be encouraged. Major teaching responsibility will be to develop and teach one course related to dairy production and management. Other courses taught will be commensurate with training. The successful candidate will also serve as academic advisor to undergraduate and graduate students. Ap- plicants must have an earned Ph.D. in dairy science or animal science with an emphasis in dairy. Judging team experience is desirable. Applicants must possess the ability and have a strong desire to teach at the undergraduate

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level. A demonstrated abili ty to conduct research and to report results of research in forms useful to producers and to the scientific community is required. Appointment to begin September 1, 1984 if possible. Salary is com- mensurate with qualifications. Send complete resume, transcripts, list of publications, a narrative summary of research and teaching experience and goals, and request three letters of reference that include an evaluation of the candidate with regard to teaching and research potential. Send materials to: Clayton N. Haugse, Chairman, Department of Animal Science, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND 58105. North Dakota State University is an equal opportuni ty, affirmative action employer.

• Assistant in dairy science, Department of Dairy Science, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge. Qualifica- tions are experience in working with livestock with emphasis on herd health records, physi- ological measurements of bulls, monitoring of body weights, and feed mixture ingredients. Knowledge of semen collection methods and general bull herd management would be de- sirable. Position involves the overall manage- ment of a bull herd management program. Major responsibilities include: the !beriodic measurement of reproductive organ develop- ment, monitoring of body weights, providing special environmental care for selected proven bulls, maintaining complete and current herd health records and test on each bull, ration formulation for each bull, the monitoring of feed mixture ingredients to ensure feed quality, and assisting with semen physiology research projects. This is a 12-month appointment. Application deadline is September 15, 1984. Send complete resume and at least four refer- ences to: Dr. Arnold Baham, Department of Dairy Science, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803. Louisiana State University is an equal oppor tuni ty employer. It is the policy of the university to provide equal oppor tuni ty in employment without regard to race, religion, color, natural origin, age, or sex, except where age or sex is a bonafide occupa- tional qualification.

• Research associate in dairy science, Department of Dairy Science, Louisiana State

University Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge. A minimum of B.S. degree in dairy or animal science is required. Background experience in artificial insemination (AI) and dairy cattle management and evaluation is desirable, es- pecially as related to a young sire sampling program. Some knowledge of and experience involving the dairy industry in the South would be desirable. This position involves the schedul- ing, sampling, and carrying out of an effective young sire sampling program in AI. Major responsibilities would be scheduling the release of semen for sampling, getting the semen effectively used, carrying out an effective identification program on young sire daughters, and collecting production and physical trait information on these daughters. Secondary responsibilities will be involved in general AI- related work. This is a 12-month appointment. Application deadline is September 15, 1984 or until suitable applicant is found. Send complete resume, transcript of all college work, and at least four references to: Dr. Arnold Baham, Department of Dairy Science, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803. Louisiana State University is an equal oppor tuni ty em- ployer. It is the policy of the university to provide equal oppor tuni ty in employment without regard to race, religion, color, natural origin, age, or sex, except where age or sex is a bonafide occupational qualification.

* The University of Minnesota, Southern Experiment Station, Waseca, is seeking a person for the posit ion of animal scientist with rank of assistant professor. The position will be ap- proximately 85% research, 15% teaching; it is tenure-track in the Department of Animal Science, St. Paul. Research program shall include both cooperative and personally initi- ated research in animal science. Teaching responsibilities will include participation in station-sponsored, continuing education events. The person may participate in selected ex- tension activities and in instruction in the Department of Animal Science. A Ph.D. in animal or dairy science is required. Course work and applied research program in swine or dairy or beef is required. Application deadline is September 15, 1984. Applicants should submit a resume, three letters of reference, and aca- demic transcripts to Dr. D. E. Otterby, Chair- man, Search Committee, Department of Animal

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Science, University of Minnesota, 1364 Eckles Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108 (612/376-1485). The University of Minnesota is an equal op- portunity educator and employer and specifi- cally invites and encourages applications from women and minorities.

• The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an assistant or associate professor with initial appointment as 65% research, 35% resident instruction. Duties are fundamental research in ruminant nutrition with emphasis in dairy cattle and other animal models available including a miniature ruminant, the blue duiker; undergraduate teaching such as dairy management and graduate teaching in ruminant nutritional physiology and biochemistry; ad- vising undergraduate and graduate students. Qualifications are a Ph.D. in ruminant nutrition with a minor (or equivalent) in biochemistry, or digestive or lactation physiology. Candidate should be able to demonstrate expertise in laboratory and animal research techniques and ability in teaching and have practical knowledge of animal agriculture. Send a complete resume, including transcripts, and have three letters of reference sent to: Paul J. Wangsness, Head, Department of Dairy and Animal Science, 324G Henning Building, University Park, PA 16802 by October 1, 1984. The Pennsylvania State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

• The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an assistant or associate professor of dairy science extension. Duties are to develop an innovative extension program with emphasis on dairy management and economics of total dairy farm operations and to interact with other faculty and staff to enhance team ap- proaches involving economics of dairy and livestock farm management and related pro- grams in teaching and research. A 20% research appointment will be considered for those applicants with appropriate interest and ex- pertise. Qualifications are Ph.D. in dary science or in a related dairy field; and strong training and experience in dairy management and economics of the dairy industry; and knowl- edge of computer applications to dairy and livestock systems. Send a complete resume, including transcripts, and have three letters of reference sent to: Paul J. Wangsness, Head,

Department of Dairy and Animal Science, 324G Henning Building, University Park, PA 16802 by October 1, 1984. The Pennsylvania State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

• The Department of Dairy Science, Louisiana State University, is seeking applica- tions for the position of head of the Depart- ment of Dairy Science. Minimum qualifications are a Ph.D. in dairy science or closely related field with demonstrated scholarly achievements in teaching and research. Applicant must have demonstrated abilities or potential for out- standing leadership and administration and be interested in both basic and applied research. Dedication to quality graduate and under- graduate education is essential. The deparment head will be responsible for administration of the research, instruction, and livestock develop- ment programs in the Department of Dairy Science. Maintenance of liaison with the Chan- cellor of the Louisiana State University Agricul- tural Center, the Director of the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, the Dean of the College of Agriculture, department heads, dairy commodity groups, dairy industry, governmental agencies, and other public groups. Coordination and administration of the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. programs in dairy science and the B.S. program in environmental health. Responsible for developing long-range plans, new programs, resources, faculty growth, and develbpment. Applications will be accepted until September 15, 1984 or until a suitable applicant is obtained. Please send vitae includ- ing a list of current publications, evidence of teaching and other activities, university tran- scripts, and at least three letters of recom- mendation to: Dr. R. W. Adkinson, Department of Dairy Science, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803-4404 (504/388-4411). Louisiana State University and the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station are equal opportunity, affirmative action employers.

• University of Arizona seeks state level leadership of Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Faculty as they identify priority problems of agriculture producers, agribusi- nesses, and other clientele and develop and deliver educational programs that address these problems. An earned Ph.D. degree in an agricul-

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ture or renewable natural resource discipline is required. Required are 10 years of professional experience, 5 years of which have been with a state extension service; demonstrated com- petency in a major discipline; initiative in planning and conducting adaptive, problem- solving research and the development and implementation of innovative educational pro- grams; administrative leadership; practical ex- perience in working with or in production agriculture, agricultural business firms, or natural resource management. Applicant's file must contain a letter of intent and vita by August 31, 1984, and transcript of grades and three current reference letters by September 14, 1984. Reference letters must be sent directly by the references to Donna Powers, Acting Management Services Officer, Coopera- tive Extension Service, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721 (602/621-3885). Position description available upon request. University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

• The University of Maryland is seeking applications for an assistant, associate, or full professor in the Department of Animal Sciences (dairy technology). Applicant must have Ph.D. degree in food science or closely related field with demonstrated expertise in dairy products. This is a 12-month tenure track position involving 50% teaching, 35% extension, and 15% administration. Teaching assignment is in the interdepartmental food science program offering B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. The extension assignment is directed to the dairy processing industry and includes organization of two or more 1-day industry-oriented con- ferences and participation in short courses. Administration concerns the dairy processing facility, which is equipped for state-of-the-art multipurpose ultra-high temperature processing and asceptic packaging for both dairy and nondairy products. Fluid milk and ice cream are regularly provided for the university com- munity and some state institutions. Experience in or with the dairy food industry is highly desirable, and individuals eligible for appoint- ment at the associate or full professor rank are urged to apply. Applicants should send a letter of intent, complete biographical data, and names and addresses of three references to Dr. Raymond L. King, Search Committee Chair-

man, Department of Animal Sciences, Uni- versity of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742. Applications will be accepted until October 1, 1984 or until the position is filled. The Uni- versity of Maryland is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

• The University of Idaho invites applica- tions and nominations for the position of professor and head, Department of Animal Science. This position provides administrative direction for academic, research, and extension programs in the department. Specific respon- sibilities include providing leadership for strengthening departmental programs and serv- ing as the principal liaison with Idaho's animal agricultural industries. Qualifications include a doctorate in the animal sciences or a closely related field and a record of achievement in research and educaton. Applicants must provide evidence of leadership, program development, and effective communication abilities. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants should submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of four references by September 1, 1984 to: Dr. D. W. Fitzsimmons, Chairman, Search Committee, Department of Agricultural Engineering, University of Idaho, Moscow, ID 83843. The University of Idaho is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educational institution.

• Extension agent, agriculture (dairy), University of Arizona, Cooperative Extension Service, Tucson. Qualifications are a M.S. or Ph.D. in dairy science with 3 to 5 years of experience in extension or related experience in business. Duties include management of a dairy herd or milk marketing and ability to interpret and adapt scientific research into effective extension dairy educational programs. Candidate must have writing ability, public speaking skills, and problem solving skills. Position requires a person who is diplomatic but sincere in working with people, an arbi- trator, and able to handle confidential situa- tions and information. The position is located in Maricopa County (Phoenix), AZ. Eighty percent of all dairy farmers in Arizona are located within 50 miles of Phoenix. Closing date to receive letter of intent and vita is September 15, 1984. A complete file will

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contain a letter of intent, a vita, transcript(s) of grades, and three current reference letters. The reference letters must be sent directly by the references to the Management Services Officer, Cooperative Extension Service, College of Agriculture, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721 (602/621-3885). University of Arizona is an equal opportuni ty , affirmative action employer.

• Assistant professor of animal nutrition, Department of Animal Science, Cornell Uni- versity. Initial appointment 70% research, 30% instruction with a likelihood of change to 50% research, 50% instruction after 3 years or more. Duties inctude development of a fundamental research program in the area of nutri t ional metabolism and growth to complement existing interdisciplinary programs; development of an advanced course consistent with the area of expertise; possible participation in courses in nutritional physiology and metabol ism;possible later contr ibution to introductory level courses; undergraduate advising and graduate training. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in ruminant nutri t ion with strong supporting work in metabolic physiology and biochemistry. Train- ing and interest in protein metabolism, growth biology, and bioenergetics desirable. Back- ground and experience in animal science essential. Position available January 1, 1985. Closing date for applications September 1, 1984. Send a complete resume, including transcripts, and have at least three letters of reference sent to: J. M. Elliot, Chairman, Department of Animal Science, 149 Morrison Halt, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853- 0281. Cornell University is an equal oppor- tunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, and the handicapped are encouraged to apply.

• The University of Missouri-Columbia invites applications and nominations for the position of chairperson, Department of Dairy Science. The chairperson is expected to devote one-half t ime to administrative duties and one-half t ime in a research, teaching, or exten- sion role in the discipline of the chairperson expertise. The primary administrative duty will he to oversee the research and extension programs in the Department of Dairy Science. This requires provid ing leadership and exper t i se

for the faculty in: 1) development and growth of innovative and responsive research programs; 2) expansion of funding resources through grant and gift solicitation; 3) continued de- velopment of creative and effective extension programs; 4) leadership to a strong dairy science graduate program and cooperate with the Department of Animal Science chair in supervision of the combined animal sciences curriculum to encourage quality teaching; 5) development of an appropriate international dimension to department programs; and 6) facilitation of two-way communication be- tween the department and college administra- tion, and work closely with clientele in the dairy community. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in dairy science or related dis- cipline. Experience should demonstrate a solid record of productivi ty and scientific achievement. Candidate must possess potential administrative leadership to assist in selection, growth, development, and evaluation of faculty and programs in dairy science. Salary is open and negotiable. Applications will be received until September 1, 1984 or until the position is filled. Applicants should contact: Dr. H. Allen Garverick, Chairman, Search Committee, De- par tment of Dairy Science, 111 Animal Sci- ences Building, University of Missouri- Columbia, MO 65211 (314/882-6552). The University of Missouri is an affirmative action, equal oppor tuni ty employer and encourages applications from minorities and women.

Meetings... September 11-13, 1984--American Cultured Dairy

Products Institute's third mini-Klinic, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. For information: C. Bronson Lane, P.O. Box 7813, Orlando, FL 32854 (305/ 628-1266).

September 15-21, 1984--68th Annual Sessions of the International Dairy Federation (IDF), Prague, Czechoslovakia, For information: Harold Wainess, Secretary, US National Committee of IDF, 464 Central Avenue, Northfield, IL 60093 (312/446- 2402).

September 17-18, 1984- 45th Minnesota Nutrition Conference, Bloomington, MN. For information: Office of Special Programs, 405 Coffey Hall, 1420 Eckles Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108 (612/ 373-0725).

October 10--12, 1984 -- National Stray Voltage Sym- posium, sponsored by the Stray Voltage Research Council, Syracuse, NY. For information: Alice Britt, Syracuse, NY (315/477-6540).

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