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- TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER SUMMER STUDENT
- GRADUATE STUDENT POSITION AVAILABLE IN LIVESTOCK ENVIRONMENT ENGINEERING
- RESEARCH SCIENTIST ETHOLOGY/WELFARE

Title	TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER SUMMER STUDENT
Start Date	2012-05-01
End Date	2012-08-31
Location	#1 Floral Road
Job Information	THE POSITION: Reporting to the Manager – Information Services, the Technology Transfer Summer Student is responsible for preparing written summaries of research conducted around the world that has merit to the Canadian pork industry. Summaries will cover topics in all areas of research including but not limited to nutrition, environment, cost of production, economics, animal wellbeing, and housing. The position will work with and be provided technical support by a dedicated team of researchers and technicians with specialized training in nutrition, engineering, applied ethology and business management. Training and supervision in communication, writing and operation of proprietary economic model will be provided. THE CANDIDATE: This position will be of interest to individuals who have completed some literature research as part of their university education in business or the sciences. A passion and demonstrated ability in all forms of communication (written and oral) would be a definite asset. Computer skills are essential and will include Microsoft programs Word and Excel. Experience or a desire to learn database applications, and website maintenance would be desirable. Preference will be given to applicants who have knowledge of agriculture and the pork industry in particular. A valid driver’s license and transportation are required. THE COMPANY: Prairie Swine Centre Inc. is a non-profit corporation located 10 km east of Saskatoon. It offers an internationally recognized program in research, technology transfer and graduate education related to pork production. The Centre operates a 280-sow farrow to finish research herd and employs 35 full- and part-time staff and students (www.prairieswine.com). Applications, including a resume should be sent to Mr. Ken Engele, Technology Transfer Manager, Prairie Swine Centre Inc., P.O. Box21057, 2105 – 8^th Street East, Saskatoon, SK, S7H 5N9. Phone (306)-667-7439, Fax (306)-955-2510. Email ken.engele@usask.ca. Deadline for receipt of applications is March 25, 2012.
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Title	GRADUATE STUDENT POSITION AVAILABLE IN LIVESTOCK ENVIRONMENT ENGINEERING
Job Information	The Prairie Swine Centre Inc. (PSCI), a non-profit corporation affiliated with the University of Saskatchewan and located near Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, is inviting applications for one M.Sc. or Ph.D. graduate student to conduct research on developing an innovative air cleaning system for swine production buildings. The research work will build on completed and on-going activities in this project which include initial design and testing of an air treatment unit based on biotrickling filters, and optimization and scale-up of the prototype model to a commercial-scale unit. The selected applicant will be involved with the evaluation of the operating characteristics of the commercial-scale unit in an actual swine barn as well as its impact on levels of gases, odour, and dust emissions, and animal performance. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual committed to pursuing a post-graduate degree and a subsequent research career. Applicants must have: a B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in agricultural, biological, environmental, mechanical, or chemical engineering or related field, strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrated willingness or ability to work effectively as part of a research team, and ability to thrive in an environment that values hard work and creativity. The candidate must meet requirements for admission to the graduate program of the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, University of Saskatchewan. Research work will be conducted within the Engineering Research program at PSCI. Graduate Research Assistantship amounting to CAN$17,500 to $20,000 per year (plus benefits) is available to the successful candidate; this can be supplemented by competing for existing scholarships within the Department and the University. PSCI is a unique non-profit corporation, engaged in research, technology transfer and education. With a 300-sow farrow-to-finish swine unit, recently expanded and upgraded office facilities, and access to outstanding laboratories at the University of Saskatchewan, the Centre offers a modern, dynamic research environment for graduate studies. Our facilities were further enhanced with the opening of a new sow research barn in June 2008. With a complement of 38 highly trained technical staff and students at the Centre, including 6 Ph.D.’s, our graduate students are assured of excellent technical support throughout their graduate program. Interested applicants should send a letter of application, updated resume, copy of transcripts, and any other evidence of academic and research accomplishment to the address below for preliminary evaluation. Screening of applications will commence on August 29, 2011. Applications will be received until the position is filled. Dr. Bernardo Predicala Research Scientist – Engineering, Prairie Swine Centre Inc. Adjunct Professor, Dept. of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Univ. of Saskatchewan P.O. Box 21057, 2105 – 8th Street East, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, CANADA S7H 5N9 Phone: 1(306) 667-7444; Fax: 1(306) 955-2510 E-mail: bernardo.predicala@usask.ca. http://www.prairieswine.com
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Title	RESEARCH SCIENTIST ETHOLOGY/WELFARE
Job Information	THE POSITION: Applications are invited for the fulltime permanent position of Research Scientist – Ethology/Welfare. As the scientific thought leader in this field, you will develop and manage a research program that meets the evolving needs of the commercial pork industry as it balances production with the expectations of society. The successful candidate will collaborate widely across disciplines world-wide and seek practical solutions to questions which have productivity, economic, social and moral implications for a variety of stakeholders in the pork value chain. The Research Scientist is required to obtain adjunct status at the University of Saskatchewan and supervise graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. This position provides an exciting career opportunity for someone interested in conducting market-driven research motivated by a strong desire to interact with and support the pork industry in areas of efficiency, sustainability and animal wellbeing. Current research includes projects on handling & transportation, as well as sow social behaviour and housing. The position is part of the senior management team at the Centre, offering competitive salary and benefits, and the opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team to make a difference in the industry and academia. THE CANDIATE: The successful applicant will enjoy working with the swine industry in a research environment and have a graduate degree in applied ethology (PhD) with a strong knowledge of swine behaviour. The applicant will have strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills and have demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team as both leader and participant. Knowledge of the North American pork industry is an asset. Both junior and senior level scientists are invited to apply. THE COMPANY: Prairie Swine Centre Inc. is a non-profit swine production research corporation located 10 km east of Saskatoon. It offers a nationally and internationally recognized program in research, technology transfer and education all directed at the efficiency and sustainability of pork production. The Centre operates a 300 sow farrow-to-finish research herd plus on-farm commercial trials and currently employs 40 full and part-time staff and students. Applications, including resume and references, should be sent before August 31, 2011 to: Lee Whittington, President/CEO., P.O. Box 21057, 2105-8^th Street East, Saskatoon, SK S7H 5N9. Phone: (306) 667-7447; Fax: (306) 955-2510; lee.whittington@usask.ca.
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RESEARCH SCIENTIST ETHOLOGY/WELFARE

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THE POSITION: Applications are invited for the fulltime permanent position of Research Scientist – Ethology/Welfare. As the scientific thought leader in this field, you will develop and manage a research program that meets the evolving needs of the commercial pork industry as it balances production with the expectations of society. The successful candidate will collaborate widely across disciplines world-wide and seek practical solutions to questions which have productivity, economic, social and moral implications for a variety of stakeholders in the pork value chain. The Research Scientist is required to obtain adjunct status at the University of Saskatchewan and supervise graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. This position provides an exciting career opportunity for someone interested in conducting market-driven research motivated by a strong desire to interact with and support the pork industry in areas of efficiency, sustainability and animal wellbeing. Current research includes projects on handling & transportation, as well as sow social behaviour and housing. The position is part of the senior management team at the Centre, offering competitive salary and benefits, and the opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team to make a difference in the industry and academia.

THE CANDIATE: The successful applicant will enjoy working with the swine industry in a research environment and have a graduate degree in applied ethology (PhD) with a strong knowledge of swine behaviour. The applicant will have strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills and have demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team as both leader and participant. Knowledge of the North American pork industry is an asset. Both junior and senior level scientists are invited to apply.

THE COMPANY: Prairie Swine Centre Inc. is a non-profit swine production research corporation located 10 km east of Saskatoon. It offers a nationally and internationally recognized program in research, technology transfer and education all directed at the efficiency and sustainability of pork production. The Centre operates a 300 sow farrow-to-finish research herd plus on-farm commercial trials and currently employs 40 full and part-time staff and students.

Applications, including resume and references, should be sent before August 31, 2011 to:

Lee Whittington, President/CEO., P.O. Box 21057, 2105-8^th Street East, Saskatoon, SK S7H 5N9. Phone: (306) 667-7447; Fax: (306) 955-2510; lee.whittington@usask.ca.

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