Scientist I

Scientist I

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Position Title: Scientist I

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Scientist I

Job Duties: POSITION SUMMARY:

A trainer, researcher, and teaching position is available in the Humane Handling Institute and Department of Animal and Food Science. This is a full-time, 9-month contract position. The successful candidate will contribute to training activities in the Humane Handling Institute, conduct research and disseminate findings, work collaboratively with the Humane Handling Institute and Animal Welfare Lab to procure extramural funding to support research studies, and teach an average of 9 credits per academic year in the Animal and Food Science Department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Training activities: The successful candidate will work collaboratively with current Humane Handling Institute staff to develop, refine, and deliver educational content regarding the safe and humane handling of animals in livestock production facilities and slaughter establishments. In addition, they will contribute to the direction and supervision of program technicians.

• Research activities: The successful candidate will develop a research program that is focused on improving the welfare of animals in production and slaughter settings in practical ways that can be translated to field application with relative ease. The individual will lead and collaborate in the development of data protocols, data collection, statistical analysis, presentation of results, supervision of research technicians, and publication of research articles.

• Teaching activities: The successful candidate will teach courses that align with their expertise and interests in the Animal and Food Science Department, with emphasis on courses in animal welfare and behavior.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Required

• PhD in animal science (or related field) prior to start date

• Candidate must be able and willing to conduct field research

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong statistical analysis skills

• Ability to travel is expected for data collection

• Ability to possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license

• Familiarity with navigating meat processing and slaughter establishments

• Interest in teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students

• Experience in teaching animal welfare and behavior courses at the collegiate level

• Experience in coaching competitive judging teams

• Certification(s) in agricultural animal welfare assessment and/or auditing

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities

• Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area

• Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures

• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information

• Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility

• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding

Department:

• Animal and Food Science

Notes:

• This position may require interaction with poultry or other animals and related facilities as part of field research and teaching activities.

Academic Environment:

• UW-River Falls is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.