University of Minnesota Looking for Post-Doctoral Associate – Livestock Sustainability (# 358305) Full Time

Job ID: 358305

About the Job

Department of Animal Science
Classification &
Title: 9546, Post-doctoral Associate – Livestock Sustainability
Appointment Type: 100% yearly renewable contract
Reports to: Pedro E.
Urriola – Department of Animal Science
College/Admin Unit: College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences
Campus
Location: St. Paul Campus

Position Overview
This position will work closely with the newly formed
Livestock Sustainability group of the Department of Animal Science. The group actively collaborates with other professionals in sustainable
food systems in Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering, College of Veterinary Medicine, Food Science and Nutrition, and the Institute on the
Environment. The following are assignments and expectations while working during the first year with the Livestock Sustainability group.
These are based on current funded projects.

Responsibilities

1. Farm animal research in established areas of
   carbon footprint, nutrient cycling, water and soil quality, water and land use, and new metrics aligned to assist livestock producers
   achieve United Nations developmental goals.
2. Upcycling of agricultural by-products into higher value animal feed products by means
   of nutritional evaluation, enhanced nutritional components, and strategic use for enhanced animal health, welfare, performance, and
   well-being.
3. Nutritional aspects of cover crop utilization and carbon sequestration.
4. Dietary interventions to reduce
   emissions of volatile organic compounds (e.g., alcohols, aldehydes, aromatic hydrocarbons, halogenated hydrocarbons) in emissions from
   livestock, livestock feed (i.e. silage) and manure.
5. Novel precision technologies with models to better predict and match inputs of
   nutrients, water, nitrogen, carbon and others with outputs such that negative environmental impacts are minimized.
6. Renewable energy
   platforms that interface with modern livestock (meat, milk, egg) production.
7. Finally, in coordination with your supervisor, seek
   potential new projects to fund new research based on mutual interest, we want to listen to your ideas and
   motivations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Livestock
  Sustainability and related areas (e.g., agriculture engineering, ecology, animal science, veterinary medicine).
• Demonstrated
  ability to propose and conduct independent and collaborative research.
• Publication record in peer review scientific journals.
• Ability to successfully multitask and organize workflow; manage multiple projects and schedules; and communicate effectively around
  project timelines and deliverables.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively depending on the
  task.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in environmental, sustainability, and/or food system
  science.
• Experience with biophysical models of crop production.
• Experience in evaluation of nutrient requirements and
  using mathematical modeling to understand optimal nutrient levels in feeding programs for pigs, poultry, and/or ruminants.
• Experience with dynamic models of the soil-plant-livestock-atmosphere continuum, data-driven analytics, and spatial modelling.
• Experience with statistical computing (e.g. R or Python).

About the Department

Department
Overview
The Department of Animal Science is recognized nationally and internationally for its excellent research, teaching, and
extension programs in animal agriculture and animal biology. Our faculty members have received national recognition for the quality of their
classroom instruction and attention to student needs and concerns. www.ansci.umn.edu

College Overview
The College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource
Sciences (CFANS) is composed of 13 academic departments, 10 research and outreach centers across Minnesota, plus the Minnesota Landscape
Arboretum, the Bell Museum, and dozens of interdisciplinary centers that span the college, the university, and the globe. CFANS offers
thirteen undergraduate majors and thirteen graduate majors, three pre-major/pre-professional programs and 23 minors for undergraduate
students. Undergraduate enrollment in the college is about 2000 students. CFANS students are well-prepared for a diverse, multicultural
workforce through the college’s emphasis on experiential, interdisciplinary, and intercultural learning; internships and global
perspectives.

At CFANS, we aim to inspire minds, nourish people, and enhance the natural environment, and we believe that’s only
possible if everyone feels seen, heard and respected. Our College embraces equity and diversity and prioritizes purpose-driven scientific
discovery in order for us to build a better tomorrow, together. We align with the University of Minnesota in providing equal access to and
opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age,
marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender
expression.

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you’ll
find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.  We prioritize work-life balance,
allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive
benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities
  through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship
• Low-cost medical,
  dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer
  contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial
  counseling services 
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro
  area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more
information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for
this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will be given the opportunity to complete an online
application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by
accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments” section.

For
questions regarding this position, please contact: Pedro Urriola, 612-624-1244, [email protected].

To request an accommodation during the application process, please
e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Diversity

The
University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in
supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and
backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without
regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent
upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal
convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public
research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and
research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in
Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government
agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the
Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018,
2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).