Postdoctoral Associate– Dairy Science and Veterinary Medicine

Postdoctoral Associate – Dairy Science and Veterinary Medicine

The laboratory of Dr. Matthias Wieland at the Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to advance research on optimizing dry‑off strategies in dairy cows. The successful candidate will design, coordinate, and conduct field studies on dairy farms, prepare manuscripts for high‑impact journals, and present findings at local, national, and international venues.

• Design and implement research projects related to dry‑off management on dairy farms
• Conduct field studies involving cattle at Cornell’s dairy units and commercial farms in upstate New York
• Analyze data and present results through manuscripts, posters, and presentations
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of academics, clinicians, and students at Cornell

• Advanced degree (PhD, DVM, or equivalent) in veterinary, animal, or biological sciences (desired but not required)
• Strong publication record and experience with data science and statistical software (SAS, JMP, R, or similar)
• Comfortable working with large livestock on a dairy farm setting
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment

$62,232.00 – $80,000.00 depending on qualifications and experience (maximum $88,745.00).

Submit a cover letter, full CV, and contact information for three professional references electronically through Academic Jobs Online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/31709. For assistance, contact cmc
452. Applications will be reviewed as received and the position will remain open until filled.

Informal inquiries may be directed to Dr. Matthias Wieland at mjw
248.

Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement.

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