Equine Technical Lead - Olathe, United States - Cargill Incorporated
Description
Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world.
Job Purpose and Impact
The Equine Technical Lead – Research and Development will provide coaching and leadership to internal and external partners to ensure research is executed in a way that meets project and business goals and complies with all applicable protocols.
In this role, you will provide guidance and training to research partners and foster those relationships in a way ensures completion of research goals.
Key AccountabilitiesDevelop research pipeline aligned to value generation and commercialization roadmap for equine products and provide technical equine nutrition support.
Provide guidance and support for the execution of applied research trials or studies and equine technical product design ensuring all parties involved follow protocols.
Develop and foster strong relationships with internal and external research partners.Lead contact with research partners on day to day basis to ensure research protocol are followed.
Design and execute necessary training for those involved in trials to ensure all protocols are understood.
Lead data collection related to trials or studies.
Monitor technical budget and metrics and report to stakeholders monthly.
Other duties as assigned
Provide expert thought leadership in your field and work with limited direction, using additional research and interpretation to identify issues or problems.
You may provide direction to supporting team members and be a strategic contributor.#LI-AE3
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree (or above) in Animal Science, Equine Nutrition or related field
Minimum of six years of related work experience (can include experience gained in academia)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing budgets and relationships with research partners
PhD in Animal Science, Equine Nutrition or related field
DVM with relevant equine research trial experience
Commercial experience
Business acumen
Ability to formulate based on current ingredient specifications and understanding of AAFCO regulations
Understanding of feed manufacturing processes
The expected salary for this position is $150,000 - $175,000.
Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, certifications, education, and level of experience.
The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.At Cargill we put people first.
As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked.
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Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
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