Postdoc Research Scholar - Ferreira Lab

Position Information

Position Overview:

A one-year renewable position for a Postdoc is available with the Department of Population Health and Pathobiology at North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

• The purpose of the position is to advance swine health, welfare and productivity.
• The candidate will play an integral role in advancing pain management strategies for pigs on farms in the US.
• The ideal candidate must have extensive experience conducting on-farm and identifying pain behaviors in swine and experience analyzing data.

The candidate must have earned a PhD degree (in a field related to veterinary medicine or animal sciences with preference for welfare experience) and be able to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues that are part of the Animal Welfare and Behavior Lab at NCSU.

This position is anticipated to have funding for one year.

• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Work Schedule:

Mon.

- Fri., 8am - 5pm, may include some after hours or weekend work as deemed necessary.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working on swine facilities.
• Experience in studies collecting data on pain response in swine.

Valid NC Driver's License required:
Yes.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $50,000-$60,000.

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