University of Minnesota · 3 weeks ago
Rsch Pro 6-Intrdisc Sust Rsch
The University of Minnesota is a public research university conducting interdisciplinary research in partnership with government, industry, and academic stakeholders. The Research Professional 6 will lead science-based proactive risk assessments concerning the movement of agricultural commodities during foreign animal disease outbreaks, synthesize epidemiological and industry information, develop qualitative and quantitative analytical methods, and communicate findings to scientific, regulatory, and industry audiences.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the technical research, development and writing of proactive risk analysis documents to support emergency response and business continuity in the event of a Foreign Animal Disease (FAD) outbreak in the United States
This work includes defining the scope of work, developing a work plan and timeline, conducting the technical analysis, data collection, risk evaluation, and technical writing of the risk assessments
Disease-spread modeling is supported by math modeling experts
Conduct extensive research using a broad range of scientific literature including outbreak information, disease epidemiology, viral environmental fate and transport, chemical and physical properties of the commodities, critical industry processes and commodity supply chain structures
Interpret and synthesize findings from diverse resources, including published literature, industry best practices, national and international trade guidelines, and expert opinion into an interpretation of comprehensive composite risk
Use complex scientific principles to evaluate the safe movement of agricultural commodities during a highly consequential foreign animal disease (FAD) outbreak according to project aims
Develop qualitative analytical methods to evaluate the identified risk pathways
The risk analyst collaborates with the modeler in development of quantitative analytical methods using statistical and simulation models to support the risk analysis
This work involves regular communication and on-going outreach to industry leaders, academic scientists and regulatory stakeholders to obtain information on disease data gaps, current industry practices, feasibility issues and options for disease mitigation strategies during an outbreak
Identify and consult with experts across various multi-disciplinary scientific fields to address data gaps
Maintain on-going engagement and collaboration with national and international Foreign Animal Disease experts
Education and outreach related to this work includes presentations to industry leaders, scientific audiences, publications in scientific and industry journals
In addition, communication with the state and federal government through their communication resources
Qualification
Required
• Advanced degree
• Substantial research and publication record and/or experience
• Strong literature and grey literature research skills
• Knowledge of federal government regulatory processes such as USDA policy and regulation development and implementation
• General competence with statistics
• Excellent writing skills especially related to long technical documents
• Strong verbal, interpersonal, and group communication skills
• Ability to mediate and negotiate between partners and entities
• Must be willing to be on farms and evaluate animal agriculture processes
• Ability to outline a project start to finish and include milestones
• Must work effectively with intermittent supervision
• Demonstrated project management and strong organizational skills
• Must be able to operate a computer
• Must be able to participate in group meetings
Preferred
• 2-4+ years of experience in science writing and analysis
• Familiarity with proactive Risk Assessments
• Familiarity with routine risk assessment strategies
• Animal production background
• Familiar with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, African Swine Fever, and Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia
• General knowledge of food animal diagnostic tests and pathogen transmission
Benefits
Remote work arrangement
Flexible hours
Paid holidays and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Retirement plans
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Company
University of Minnesota
Public research university offering undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$97.08MKey Investors
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Science FoundationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-12-01Grant· $0.03M
2023-05-04Grant· $20M
2023-04-13Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Carol Bradford
Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
Shane Stennes
Chief Sustainability Officer
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