Job title: Ruminant Nutrition Research Scientist
Organization: Nutreco Canada Inc.
Job Location:Guelph,Ontario Canada
Deadline:12pm on March 14th, 2014
REPORTS TO:
Ruminant Nutrition Research Manager
Nutreco Canada offers world-class animal nutrition feeding programs to its customers and is Canada’s largest Animal Nutrition Company supported by leading, trusted brands Shur-Gain (Eastern Canada & US) and Landmark Feeds (Western Canada). Our parent company, Nutreco, is a global leader in the animal nutrition business. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Nutreco employs more than 10,000 people in 30 countries, with sales in 80 countries. JOB PROFILE:We are seeking a Research Scientist to join our R&D team in Guelph, Ontario. Nutreco Canada Agresearch has excellent multispecies animal research facilities, research laboratories and significant collaboration with external industry and University partners.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage the day to day research as part of the ruminant research team including protocol writing, statistical analysis, report writing and presentation of results;
Manage multi-disciplinary research projects;
Develop novel techniques for answering research questions and educate research technicians in their use;
Generate new project ideas through interaction with colleagues in commercial and scientific environments;
Develop strategies for improving mathematical model accuracy and applicability;
Participate in Nutreco Canada’s Ruminant Technical Team which support national technical transfer and marketing goals;
Present results at internal and external scientific and farmer meetings;
Maintain and build a network of professional contacts through participation in industry and scientific associations.
PREFERRED HIRING CRITERIA:
PhD in Animal Science or related discipline;
Research experience in ruminant nutrition;
Background and interest in calf nutrition, physiology and gut health;
An intense competitive edge; action-oriented;
Superior planning and Project Management skills;
Superior written and verbal skills in English;
Ability to function as a team player with minimal supervision;
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, time management and organizational skills;
Eligibility for NSERC funding.
How to apply:
If you are interested in applying for this position, submit an application by 12pm on March 14th, 2014. We thank all applicants for their interest in Nutreco Canada; however only those selected for interviews will be contacted. No calls please. We are committed to employment equity and we encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
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