Research Area: The research area is
within animal behaviour, health and welfare. The successful candidate will
conduct research assessing the impacts of dystocia on cow-calf behaviour and
welfare and evaluate the impact of treating calves and/or cows with non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). The successful
applicant will also have the opportunity to assist in a variety of other animal
welfare projects.
Program and Place of Work: Funding is available
for a Master of Science program (M.Sc.) through the University of Calgary, Faculty
of Veterinary Medicine (http://vet.ucalgary.ca/graduate/)
at the University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This is a collaborative project
with Dr. Claire Windeyer from the University of Calgary. Research will be
carried out on ranches near Calgary.
Qualifications: Candidates should
have a Bachelor’s degree in animal science, veterinary medicine, or biological
sciences. The successful candidate will have demonstrated a strong academic
performance in their undergraduate program.
Individuals with a beef background as well as training in animal
behaviour and welfare are highly encouraged to apply. A current and valid driver’s license is
required.
Salary: Candidates must be
academically competitive and will be expected to apply for external funding.
Minimum stipend is $20,000/yr. For
outstanding students, internal top-up award opportunities are available on a
competitive basis.
Start Date: The position is currently available, with
funding for 2-3 years.
Application Interest: Interested candidates should send by email (eapajor@ucalgary.ca) current curriculum
vitae, a scanned copy of transcript or listing of course grades, names and
contact information for two references, and a cover letter describing your interest
in the project.
For further information
about the above Ph.D. research opportunity please contact:
Dr.
Ed Pajor, Professor of Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Faculty
of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary
3330
Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Phone:
403-210-7328
Email: eapajor@ucalgary.ca