Lead Animal Nutrition Trials Manager

Alimetrics Research Oy; Espoo; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Alimetrics Research Oy, based in Espoo, Finland, seeks an experienced Animal Science Manager to lead poultry and swine feeding trials and advance client product development.

You will design trials, coordinate farm work, report findings, and ensure compliance with Finnish and EU regulations. A strong publication record and leadership in research teams are essential.

The role is permanent and full-time, with field visits to Somero farms and periodic travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• At least five years of relevant work experience and a strong understanding of production animals and diet formulation.
• Authorship of peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Practical experience in handling live production animals.
• Good understanding of Finnish and EU regulations governing animal trials.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix organisation with multiple stakeholders and under time pressure.
• Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues, customers, and research partners.
• A valid driving licence.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Hands-on experience in statistical analysis and interpretation of animal performance data.
• Experience in feed additive product development and the animal nutrition industry.
• Finnish language skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads the planning of poultry and swine feeding trials for clients.
• Schedules trials in accordance with agreed project plans.
• Designs experimental feed formulations for the trials.
• Leads scientific discussions with clients and drives sales of feeding trials.
• Takes responsibility for trial reporting to clients.
• Communicates with relevant authorities and applies for trial permits when required.
• Works closely with the Farm Manager.
• Collaborates with research institutes, universities, laboratories, industry partners, and internal technical teams.

Skills

Production animals

Publications

Regulatory knowledge

Organisational skills

Multi-stakeholder

Collaboration

Driving licence

English fluency

Education

PhD in veterinary/animal science or related field

Tools

Statistical analysis

Job description

Alimetrics Research Oy, based in Espoo, Finland, seeks an experienced Animal Science Manager to lead poultry and swine feeding trials and advance client product development.

You will design trials, coordinate farm work, report findings, and ensure compliance with Finnish and EU regulations. A strong publication record and leadership in research teams are essential.

The role is permanent and full-time, with field visits to Somero farms and periodic travel to client sites.