Scientist I at Universities of Wisconsin in River Falls, WI

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. 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 How to Apply: Applicants are required to apply online at Career Opportunities . UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide: Resume Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter) Inquiries should be addressed to: Mary Holle Search Chair mary.holle@uwrf.edu Deadline to Apply : Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applic