Postdoctoral Research Associate – Swine Nutrition and Digital Technology

Position Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate – Swine Nutrition and Digital Technology

Appointment Type

Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will design and execute research studies focused on swine nutrition, management practices, and the adoption of digital technologies within modern swine production systems. They will analyze complex datasets using advanced data science techniques and communicate findings through technical reports and presentations. The position will also contribute to the development and publication of scientific manuscripts, as well as support grant writing efforts and the preparation of external funding proposals. In addition, the candidate will play a key role in advancing innovative digital solutions, such as computer vision models and web-based decision support tools, to enhance efficiency and decision-making in swine production.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Animal Science, Swine Nutrition, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Data Sciences, AgEngineering , or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of research experience in animal sciences or a closely related field
• Experience with experimental design, statistical analysis, and big data analysis
• Proficiency with data analysis software (e.g., SAS, R)
• Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications and effective research communication
• Experience communicating complex information through written reports, presentations, and verbal briefings to diverse audiences.

Department/Program & College Description

The Iowa State University Animal Science program is recognized globally as being one of the best programs for students to receive experiential learning. We boast state-of-the-art research facilities in swine nutrition and ruminant nutrition and have teaching farms in the areas of swine, sheep, beef, poultry, dairy and equine.

Department Unit/Website

Department of Animal Science

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Proposed Start Date

August 15, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year

12 Month Work Period

Time Type

Full time

Pay Grade

Post Docs

Original Posting Date

July 6, 2026

Posting Close Date

July 24, 2026

Job Requisition Number

R19412

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