CIGR Newsletter No 33
VACANCIES
Research Scientist-Engineering
Applications are invited for the position of Research Scientist - Engineering at the Prairie Swine Centre, a non-profit corporation affiliated with the University of Saskatchewan,
Canada. Active in research, education and technology transfer, the Centre operates Canada's largest swine production research facility. The engineering research program is part of a broader research program which also includes nutrition and applied ethology.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research program in two or more of the following areas:
ventilation systems, animal x environment interactions, air and/or water quality, waste management and energy conservation. Applicants will be expected to participate in graduate training programs, including supervision of graduate students and post doctoral fellows.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in agricultural engineering or related discipline, provide evidence of an ability to plan, direct and fund an independent research program, have strong organizational, communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills and be able to excel in a team-oriented environment. The position may be filled at either junior or senior level and therefore will be of interest to experienced senior scientists as well as new graduates.
Excellent collaborative opportunities exist with faculty in the Colleges of Engineering, Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. Salary will commensurate with training and experience, a comprehensive benefits package is available. The position offers excellent opportunities for professional development.
Interested applicants are invited to submit curriculum vitae, relevant reprints and three letters of reference to:
John Patience, Ph.D., President, Prairie Swine Centre Inc., P.O. Box 21057, 2105 - 8th Street East, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada S7H 5N9.
Tel.: +1 306 373 9922 Fax.: +1 306 955 2510
E-mail: <jpatience@eagle.wbm.ca>.
