Animal Scientists
Conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.
27 alternate job titles:
Animal Anatomist
Animal Behaviorist
Animal Biologist
Animal Geneticist
Animal Nutrition Consultant
Animal Nutritionist
Animal Scientist
Bacteriologist
Beef Cattle Nutritionist
Beef Cattle Specialist
Behaviorist
Companion Animal Nutritionist
Dairy Bacteriologist
Dairy Nutrition Consultant
Dairy Nutrition Specialist
Dairy Research Nutritionist
Dairy Scientist
Nutrition Partner
Nutrition Specialist
Poultry Scientist
Research Scientist
Scientist
Sericulturist
Swine Extension Field Specialist
Swine Genetics Researcher
Swine Nutritionist
Swine Specialist
Salary Information
Animal Scientists: $79,120 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Research livestock management methods. | Management |
| Advise others on business or operational matters. | General |
| Advise others on ways to improve processes or products. | General |
| Perform animal breeding procedures. | General |
| Develop agricultural methods. | Development |
| Research genetic characteristics or expression. | Analysis |
| Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations. | Communication |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Autodesk AutoCAD | Computer aided design CAD software |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Oracle PeopleSoft | Enterprise resource planning ERP software |
| SAS | Analytical or scientific software |
| Best Linear Unbiased Prediction BLUP | Analytical or scientific software |
| COWGAME | Analytical or scientific software |
| Cowculator | Analytical or scientific software |
| Deoxyribonucleic acid DNA sequence analysis software | Analytical or scientific software |
| Email software | Electronic mail software |
| FEEDLOT CALC | Analytical or scientific software |
| Master Ration Calculator | Analytical or scientific software |
| Nutrition Balance Analyzer NUTBAL | Analytical or scientific software |
| Oracle HRIS | Human resources software |
| VSNi ASReml | Analytical or scientific software |
| VSNi GenStat | Analytical or scientific software |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software |
| Word processing software | Word processing software |
| ESRI ArcGIS software | Geographic information system |
| Microsoft Access | Data base user interface and query software |
| Structured query language SQL | Data base user interface and query software |
| Tableau | Business intelligence and data analysis software |
| DAGRIS | Data base user interface and query software |
| Database software | Data base user interface and query software |
| Domestic Animal Diversity Information Service DAD-IS | Data base user interface and query software |
| Online Mendelian Inheritance in Animals OMIA | Data base user interface and query software |
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Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Board Certified in Animal Food Science | American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists | Not Available |
| Board Certified in Animal Genetics | American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists | Not Available |
| Board Certified in Animal Nutrition | American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists | Not Available |
| Board Certified in Animal Physiology | American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists | Not Available |
| Board Certified in Animal Welfare Science | American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists | Not Available |
| Board Certified in Applied Animal Behavior Sciences | American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists | Not Available |
| Certified Manager Certification | Institute of Certified Professional Managers | Not Available |
| Certified Manager of Animal Resources | American Association for Laboratory Animal Science | Not Available |
| Dairy Cattle Nutrition Certification | American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists | Not Available |
| Diplomate of the ACVPM | American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine | Not Available |
| Feed Management Certification | American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists | Not Available |
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