NOW HIRING: Swine Research Barn Manager & Project Lead
Are you passionate about animal agriculture, research, and making a real impact on the future of swine production? Join the PIPESTONE team and lead innovative research projects that help answer critical questions for the pork industry.
As our Swine Research Barn Manager & Project Lead, you'll oversee research trials from concept to completion while managing daily animal care operations and ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare, data integrity, and biosecurity.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and execute swine research trials
- Manage daily barn operations and animal care
- Collect, analyze, and oversee research data
- Coordinate protocols, sample collection, and trial activities
- Train team members on research procedures and best practices
- Work alongside industry leaders, veterinarians, and research sponsors
- Help drive advancements in swine production through applied research
What We're Looking For:
- Animal Science degree preferred (or related field)
- Experience with sow or wean-to-finish operations preferred
- Strong organizational and critical thinking skills
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Valid driver's license required
Additional Details:
- Every 3rd weekend rotation required
- Occasional overnight travel
- Work with pigs ranging from piglets to market animals
- Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge swine research and industry innovation
If you're ready to combine your passion for animal care, leadership, and research into a rewarding career, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and join the PIPESTONE team!
Pay Range$50,000-$60,000
Compensation & BenefitsSkills Required
- Animal Science degree or related field
- Experience with sow or wean-to-finish operations
- Strong organizational and critical thinking skills
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Valid driver's license
What We Do
PIPESTONE is a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping farmers today create the farms of tomorrow. Founded in 1942 as a veterinary clinic, the company provides expertise and resources in pig health, management, nutrition, research, and marketing. It offers world-class sow management and veterinary services to hog, bovine, and companion animal producers across the Midwest.
