Posted March 17, 2011

The Project:
Quantify Heat-Induced Protein Molecular Structure Changes in Canola Seeds and Meal in Relation to Nutrient Utilization and Availability in Ruminants.

Conduct and publish research related to the defined research areas; assist in the coordination and daily operation of a research program, including the research activities of graduate (both M.S. and Ph.D.) students, technicians and collaborators; be involved in various grant-related activities and preparation of manuscripts for publication.

Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in one of the following areas; ruminant nutrition, rumen microbiology or feed science technology with strong background in biochemistry, demonstrated expertise in animal research, data analysis and techniques in ruminant nutrition and feed scient research; expertise in data interpretation and publication of results in the scientific literature; and strong written and oral communication skills.

Stipend:

Salary will follow the university standard for a PDF.

How to Apply:

Please send a covering letter stating how your background and qualifications match the position is required, a full curriculum vitae (CV) detailing your education, awards, publications, and research experience and at least two letters of reference to:
Dr. Peiqiang Yu
Ministry of Agriculture Strategic Research Chair
Department of Animal and Poultry Science
College of Agriculture and Bioresources
University of Saskatchewan, 6D10 Agriculture Building
51 Campus Drive
Saskatoon, SK S7N 5A8, Canada
Tel: +1 306 966 4132
Fax: +1 306 966 4151
Email: peiqiang.yu@usask.ca

Screening of applications will continue until position is successfully filled. Only candidates that are interviewed will be notified.