The individual will be responsible for developing a competitively funded swine research program, with independent and collaborative components, which earns national and international recognition. The successful candidate will become a member of the Purdue pork team and will be expected to lead whole animal research. The individual will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching programs related to swine management, nutrient management, nutrient impact on preharvest food safety, or advanced nonruminant nutrition.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in an animal science or related field. A keen understanding of factors affecting management, nutrition and physiology in modern pork production is required. Candidates must desire to function in a team and have excellent communication skills. Interest in information technologies is required and international interests and experience are desirable. The Purdue University Campus and Animal Sciences Research and Education Center have excellent laboratory and metabolism facilities for research and education with swine.