Sow Nutrition Research Lead na Pipestone

Objective:

Lead sow research trials from concept, to allocation, and execution/data collection within the Pipestone Research Model to answer critical questions for Pipestone Nutrition and sow production teams.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Understand the basics of swine production.
• Work with the Nutrition and Sow Production teams to ensure adherence to research protocols, timelines, and data quality standards.
• Plan, oversee, and participate in data collection related to sow and litter performance, feed intake, and related measurements; maintain accurate and organized records.
• Serve as the primary liaison between field staff and the Nutrition team.
• Manage and analyze research data using Microsoft Excel and Gestal feeding software.
• Identify and resolve research or operational issues to maintain project integrity.
• Prepare and share trial summaries and reports with Nutrition partners and production teams.
• Follow all ethical, confidentiality, and biosecurity protocols.
• Participate in team meetings and training as required.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in animal science or agriculture related field.
• 1 year of swine experience
• Bilingual
• Sow farm experience
• Research experience

Work Environment:

• Sow farm in rural area and Pipestone office

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, walking and ability to be on feet 8 to 10 hours per day.
• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, and kneeling.
• Frequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pull.
• Frequent lifting of objects weighing 3-25 pounds.
• Occasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds or requiring up to 50 pounds of force to move.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be willing to work one weekend a month (trial dependent).
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.