Statistical analyses and interpretation of experimental data using SAS or similar statistical package. Assist in preparation and writing of research proposal. Design experiments to meet research objective. Supervise hourly employees and graduate students. Experience collecting food selection data in controlled experimental settings.
Experience conducting experiments with sheep is desired.
Experience handling livestock and with husbandry practices including gavaging solutions into the rumen. Knowledge of ration formulation for experiments. Statistical training in design of experiments and data analyses using SAS or similar statistical package. Background in the physiological and behavioral processes that underlie food selection. Able to design and conduct research on the interplay between nutrition and behavior in livestock.