Scientist I

Universities of Wisconsin; Town of River Falls (WI); Presencial; USD 74.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Universities of Wisconsin is seeking a Scientist I in Wisconsin with strong research and teaching interests in animal welfare and behavior. The position is a full-time, 9-month contract combining training, research, and teaching in the Animal and Food Science Department.

The successful candidate will lead education and research efforts, develop data protocols, and secure extramural funding while teaching approximately 9 credits per academic year.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities.
• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding.
• Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility.
• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information.
• Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures.
• 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

Conocimientos

Oral and written communication

Statistical analysis

Field research

Travel willingness

Valid US driver's license

Teaching animal welfare & behavior

Coaching judging teams

Animal welfare auditing certificates

Educación

PhD in animal science

Descripción del empleo

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Position Title:

Scientist I

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Scientist I

Job Duties:

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
• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility
• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures
• 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

Department:

Animal and Food Science

Compensation:

Requested 9-month Salary $65,000

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at [e-mail]; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see students.uwrf.edu/titleix.

Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275.

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Reasonable Accommodations

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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.