Position Title:

Postdoc Research Associate - Animal Science

Appointment Type:

Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Animal Science in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time, post-doctoral research position to work under the supervision of Dr. Jason Ross. This position is specifically designed to provide research effort in the area of sow physiology during the transition period, aiming to better understand the factors contributing to production efficiency losses in the U.S. sow herd.

Responsibilities of this position include leading research activities, literature review, publication of existing data, and generation of new data. The successful candidate will have a unique focus on the physiology of postpartum dysgalactia and other factors compromising the sow’s successful transition from gestation to lactation.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

PhD
 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in performing field research and data collection focused on sows in the U.S. production system.

• Experience soliciting research funds through industry gifts and/or contracts.

• Evidence of research scholarship as indicated by the publication of peer-reviewed journal articles.

Department/Program & College Description:

Iowa State University Animal Science faculty continue to receive national and international awards for their research. Faculty members interact with scientists and industry leaders throughout the U.S and around the world to make positive impacts on animal agriculture. Researchers include faculty members, visiting scholars, post-doctoral fellows, and graduate and undergraduate students. Examination, the capacity to gain a deep understanding, and the ability to revolutionize the way people think are what drive our experts.

Department Unit/Website:

https://www.ans.iastate.edu/

Proposed Start Date:

January 1, 2026

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

June 30, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Application Instructions:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. 

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

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

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.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs 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)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Program

Original Posting Date:

December 11, 2025

Posting Close Date:

December 18, 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R18294