Animal Sciences

For The Week of April 6, 2008

ANIMAL SCIENCES STUDENT ADVISING CENTER TIDBIT OF THE WEEK:
Forgot to print your class notes out and running low on time? No problem. Visit the Animal Sciences Student Advising Center located in 116 Plumb Hall! Two Internet ready student computers with free printing are available between 8-5 pm Monday-Friday.


OSU HORSEMEN'S ASSOCIATION UPDATE 
Join us for the next Horsemen's Association general meeting on April 8th at 7:30 in the Animal Science Arena. All are welcome to the Buckeye Bonanza Horse Sale on Saturday April 5th, and the State Horse Bowl Contest on Saturday April 12th, from 8:00am-5:00pm out at the OSU Horse barn (3658 Kays Avenue Dublin, Ohio 43017).


ANIMAL SCIENCES INTERNSHIP PROGRAM, ANIMAL SCIENCES 489, AVAILABLE ON CARMEN
http://carmen.osu.edu/ (look under your course listing:  Heading:  Special, TELR_CARMEN, "Animal Sciences Internship")

Included on the Carmen site is important information about the Animal Sciences Internship Program including:  description, requirements, internship checklist, forms, current employer database, as well as information about career resources (interviewing and job search correspondence) and occupational exploration (opportunities in Animal Sciences, degrees conferred, graduate and professional programs, etc). 

The Carmen site will replace the quarterly Internship Orientation Session Meetings and students can access this information at anytime, anywhere!

To access the course content, ALL students will need to review the Internship Orientation posted under the Contents section and complete the Orientation Quiz.  NOTE:  If you have already attended an Internship Orientation Session in person, you still need to review the Internship Orientation materials and complete the Orientation Quiz (this should be a quick and easy review!) to access the course content for Animal Sciences 489. 


OSU SPRING CAREER DAY
Tuesday, April 8 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Huntington Club in Ohio Stadium

Why you should go:

• Over 100 employers from numerous industries seeking to fill fulltime, part-time, and internship positions
• 9 out of 10 students who attended last year said they would recommend this event for other OSU students.
• Do well at Spring Career Day, and you could be invited back for Interview Day on April 9
  

• Job Fair Strategies Workshop  - April 7, 2008, 4:30-5:30PM
  090 Science and Engineering Library
  

KINGSWAY ANGUS SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY - TIFFIN, OH
Kingsway Angus of Tiffin, Ohio will offer a summer internship opportunity.  The full-time internship will provide the successful candidate with excellent experience in the workings of a purebred cattle operation involving 100% AI work, ET activities, heat synchronization, performance records, forage harvest, wheat harvest and the overall workings of a 2,700 acre farm operation. 

This will be a hands on opportunity for an individual who is a self-starter.  There will options to attend and work with showing cattle and some optional travel. 
 
Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelors or Associates Degree in an agricultural and animal related field. 
 
The internship can begin in mid-May and extended thru mid-August with flexibility regarding course work and schedules.
 
Housing and meals may be included.Compensation will be based on experience.
 
Application deadline is April 18, 2008 or until position is filled. Candidates may apply by sending a cover letter and resume to kingswayangus@yahoo.com or by mail to 3735 N. Twp. Rd. 111  Tiffin, Ohio 44883.

For additional information or questions please call 419-937-1864 or e-mail kingswayangus@yahoo.com.


KENTUCKY EQUINE MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM - LEXINGTON, KY
Through the internship, students integrate academic studies with practical experience, leadership and responsibility as a contributing participant on a Central Kentucky horse farm. Aside from farm commitments, students are introduced into a network of equine professionals representing multifaceted careers in the equine profession.  

During the first week of the course, students participate in Orientation activities as a group. After the first week, students are employed full-time by participating farms where they become familiar with the day-to-day management of horses on commercial thoroughbred farms. On area farms, a typical full-time work week is 48 hours per week with one day off. In most cases, students work hands-on with horses, however some farms may also assign responsibilities associated with record keeping, veterinary care or farm maintenance. At least one night each week students meet as a group for a classroom lecture, laboratory exercise or demonstration.  

The Kentucky Equine Management Internship opens the door to the thoroughbred industry for highly motivated students with a strong work ethic and sincere interest in horses. Students develop broad-based skills through the on-farm experience, whereas the technical focus of the lectures and laboratories enhance the integration of material learned in college courses with management techniques. Together, the employment and classroom components increase the potential for successful employment following graduation.  

Beyond the tremendous learning opportunities associated with the day-to-day farm activities, there are countless other opportunities. During the weekly meetings students are introduced to, and are able to interact with, successful professionals in the horse industry. By successfully completing the KEMI program and seeking additional opportunities in the areas of greatest interest, students are better prepared to step into a career level position after graduation. Many farms or industry organizations contact KEMI when they are seeking qualified employees. Those students who complete the course are eligible to utilize the KEMI resources in order to obtain positions in the industry.  

The Kentucky Equine Management Internship seeks to admit only students whose ability and preparation indicate that they have a good chance of succeeding in a physically and mentally challenging twenty-two week internship. All of the students are required to work full-time and attend classes one night each week. In addition, other laboratory activities and special events are scheduled during the internship. Therefore students must be able to dedicate themselves to this program as their only source of employment during the internship period.

For more information, please visit http://www.kemi.org/. You can also read the blog of a spring 2007 KEMI Intern at this site:http://blogs.lib.ncsu.edu/page/KEMI.

Along with the application students must provide Three (3) letters of recommendation, an OFFICIAL copy of the student's transcripts from each college or university attended, and the $35 nonrefundable application fee (check or money order only, no cash). 

Please submit all application materials to:
Kentucky Equine Management Internship
P.O. Box 910628
Lexington, Kentucky 40591-0628


EQUINE BREEDING FARM INTERNSHIP, COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY - FORT COLLINS, COLORADO 
The Equine Reproduction Laboratory is offering on Breeding Farm Internship beginning July 1, 2008. The goal of the program is to provide advanced training in equine breeding farm procedures and management. The program is aimed preferentially for people with a sincere desire to pursue a career in the equine breeding industry.

Interns will participate in a one-year program. Applicants should have recently completed a BS degree in Equine Sciences, Animal Sciences, or related discipline. This is a non-degree program. A certificate of achievement will be provided upon successful completion of the program. Job placement assistance will be available upon request.

Salary and housing on-site at the Equine Reproduction Laboratory on the Foothills Campus of Colorado State University will be provided.

Reproductive training will include:

• Stallion: Stallion handling, stallion management, semen collection, preparation of cooled-transported semen, semen evaluation, semen-freezing samples.
• Mare: Hormone therapy, reproductive management of mares, artificial insemination, care of the pregnant mare and foaling, embryo transfer, care of the newborn foal, oocyte transfer, herd health management.

Responsibilities of Interns in include (but may not be limited to):

1. Assist with general laboratory functions (including autoclaving, equipment cleaning, record keeping, reception, etc.).
2. Preparation in foal watch and foaling (provide backup and assistance to students in the Foaling Management Class). 
3. After hours help with artificial inseminations, embryo transfer and horse arrivals/departures (rotate with or provide backup to graduate students). 
4. Weekend on call (after-hours availability every other weekend for each trainee). 
5. Night barn checks (i.e. monitor client-owned horses). 
6. Evening security check (i.e. gates shut and locked; facility doors locked).

Send cover letter outlining previous equine experience, educational background and career goals; current resume; transcripts and three (3) letters of recommendation letter to the attention of: Brenda Martin at Colorado State University, Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Laboratory, 1683 Campus Delivery, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1683, or bdmartin@colostate.edu, by April 15, 2008 for full consideration. For information see the website at www.cvmbs.colostate.edu/bms/erlor call (970) 491-5621.


COYOTE POINT MUSEUM - SAN MATEO, CA
Animal Care Internship (Full Time/Temporary Position/With Benefits)
(1) ONE (1) YEAR Animal Care Internship: May 1, 2008 to April 30, 2009. Internship dates may change to June 1, 2008 through May 1, 2009 depending on availability of candidates.Coyote Point Museum is looking for an intern who can maintain a high level of personal motivation and a positive attitude by demonstrating their enthusiasm and high energy for each project they take on! This program offers practical, on-the-job experience working with invertebrates, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals, and provides exposure to zoo careers. If chosen, you will be expected to work weekends and all holidays. This internship pays $10.00/hour. Responsibilities include daily animal husbandry, servicing animal habitats and holding areas, as well as preparing diets and feeding the animal collection; record keeping; behavioral enrichment; animal training; public presentation and interpretation; assisting in veterinary procedures; and willingness to back up Keeper Staff during venomous animal procedures. Other duties may be assigned by the Director of Wildlife. Qualified applicants should be outgoing, personable and able to relate and work with the public; have an interest in wildlife and the environment; be able to take and follow oral and written instructions; have good communication skills; be reliable, flexible, and energetic; willing to obtain rabies vaccination; able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs; have a High School diploma or GED; must be at least 18 years old, have a valid drivers license, and be willing to work in small spaces and in all weather conditions. Previous wild animal experience is preferred. Interested applicants should send a resume with cover letter and references to Nikii Finch-Morales, Director of Wildlife, Coyote Point Museum, 1651 Coyote Point Drive San Mateo, CA94401. Or e-mail to mailto:www.nikii@coyoteptmuseum.org Application deadline: April 15, 2008.


DENVER ZOO OFFICE ASSISTANT INTERNSHIP IN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY - DENVER, CO 
The mission of Denver Zoo's Department of Conservation Biology is to engage in scientific programs which make meaningful contributions to the conservation of animals and their ecosystems. This department oversees the support of in situ (in the wild) and ex situ (at the Zoo) conservation projects. Since the inception of the Department, the Denver Zoo has been involved in more than 400 conservation and research projects in Africa, Asia,Australia, Europe,North America, Central America, and South America. The Department of Conservation Biology is currently seeking an office assistant intern to begin in late April or early May. This is a paid, part-time (approximately 15-20 hours per week) internship. The office assistant intern will assist with numerous administrative tasks, including project tracking, file management, and office organization. Although this work will take place in the office, it will allow the intern to become familiar with the conservation and research projects supported by Denver Zoo. Application Deadline: April 18, 2008 E-mail your resume and cover letter to: zoointernships@denverzoo.org


KELLY SCIENTIFIC RESOURCES ANIMAL CARETAKER INTERNSHIP - FULTON, MO
Kelly Scientific Resources, a premier global scientific staffing company, is currently looking for enthusiastic candidates for a weekend animal caretaker position with a veterinary pharmaceutical company in the Fulton, MO area. This would be an ideal position for students in the animal science area who are yet to graduate and are looking to gain experience in industry. In addition, it would enable the successful applicant to be considered for a scholarship as part of Kelly Scientific's Young Scientist Internship Program.

Duties:
Assist in the care of small animals and maintain a safe housing environment.
Maintain documentation as required.

Requirements:
Desire to learn more about animal welfare and gain experience in industry.
Currently enrolled in a BS Animal Science/pre/vet program.

This position is immediately available and will continue through the summer into the next school year.

Our recruiters are actively reviewing resumes received through the online application process. To be considered for these positions, as well as future positions, please apply online.

We regret that visa sponsorship and relocation assistance is not available for this opportunity.

Kelly Scientific Resources (KSR) is the largest company in the world dedicated to scientific staffing, currently employing 5,000 scientists through 76 locations in nine countries. KSR provides scientific staffing services on a temporary, project and full-time basis to a broad spectrum of industries, including biotechnology, chemical, consumer products, cosmetics, environmental, food sciences, medical/clinical, and pharmaceutical. In addition, KSR offers current undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to undertake paid internships with its customers through its Future Scientist Program (FSP). Visit http://www.kellyscientific.com/

Job category: Biotech/R&D/Science
Career level: Student (Undergraduate/Graduate)
Reference Code: 2187695
Status: Temporary/Contract/Project

Click here to apply: http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/resp/rf?jobid=2187695&boardid=1700

PHI KAPPA PHI OUTSTANDING FIRST YEAR STUDENT AWARDS
Contact: Cheria V. Dial - dial.3@osu.edu
Contact Phone: (614)292-3135
Website: Click Here!
The Ohio State University Chapter of Phi Kappa Phi invites applications for the Phi Kappa Phi Outstanding First Year Student Awards. Any full-time first-year student that entered the university in Autumn Quarter 2007 on the Columbuscampus with a minimum 3.5 gpa may be considered. The chapter will award two $750 scholarships for use during the 2008-2009 school year. Applications are available at the Kuhn Honors & Scholars House on the 2nd floor credenza and due by July 15, 2008. Please email Phi Kappa Phi Scholarship Committee Chair, Cheria V. Dial at dial.3@osu.edu with questions.


STARK COUNTY DAIRY PROMOTERS SCHOLARSHIP 
The Stark County Dairy Promoters Scholarship Fund based with the Stark Community Foundation, Canton, Ohio, has helped students since 1990. This year students will be vying for scholarships up to $5,000.
 
Criteria for this scholarship include:
1. Students whose permanent address is in Stark County, Ohio
2. are pursuing 2 or 4 year college level study in dairy science, animal science, human nutrition, food science, or veterinary medicine;
3. have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale;
4. have demonstrated financial need.
 
Deadline for the applications to be submitted is April 15, 2008.
 
Applications can be downloaded from the Foundation website at: http://www.starkcommunityfoundation.org/.

Applications are to be returned to the Stark Community Foundation and the address found within. If there are any questions, please call the Stark Community Foundation, 330-454-3426, or Barbara Shoemaker, Dairy Scholarship Committee, 330-823-7308.


MISA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
In March of 1989, the Meat Industry Suppliers Alliance (MISA) established the MISA Foundation Scholarship Fund. Three $5000 scholarships and one $10,000 scholarship for junior and senior level, as well as graduate students will be awarded this year. Please direct questions and inquires for the application to Becky Herman at (703) 663-1218 or rherman@fpsa.org . Deadline for submission is June 1.

2008 OSU MEDICAL CENTER RESEARCH DAY UNDERGRADUATE INFORMATIONAL LUNCHEON
Thursday, April 10th
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

• Want to learn more about what it is like to be amedical student with an interest in research atOSU?
• How about a graduate student working on a PhD in the Biomedical Sciences?

Come to this luncheon (subs and sodas) and learn more about what life is like for our MD, PhD, and MD/PhD students. A panel of current students will answer your question about applications, interviews, and what life is like once you are in one of these programs.

For more information about Research Day, please visit our website at:
http://medicine.osu.edu/researchday

Seating is limited! RSVP is required and accepted until all seats are filled.

RSVP to:
Josh Stowell
stowell.15@osu.edu

RESEARCH WITH HUMAN SUBJECTS: IRB TRAINING FOR UNDERGRADS
If your research project involves people, then this is the program for you.  Eat pizza while learning about who needs to apply and how to apply for Institutional Review Board approval. Held Tuesday (4/8) from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in 080 Derby Hall. RSVP asap to uro@osu.edu  (enter IRB in the subject line). This workshop is offered each quarter, and is sponsored by the Undergraduate Research Office and the Office of Responsible Research Practices.  For more information, call 292-8307 or visit http://ugresearch.adm.ohio-state.edu/ .


SPILLING THE BEANS: THE SECRETS OF UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Join the Undergraduate Research Office for its most popular program on Wednesday (4/9) from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in 100 Page Hall. Learn from student panelists about how they began their research, what they do and how you can start.  Be ready to be inspired! Space is limited, so please RSVP by Tuesday, 4/8/08 to uro@osu.edu ; enter RSVP Beans in the subject line. For more information, contact uro@osu.edu.


UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH INFO SESSIONS
The Undergraduate Research Office offers weekly info sessions to help students learn how to develop a research topic, find and secure a research mentor and explore where to find the resources to help make research a part of your undergraduate education.  Snacks provided! All sessions held in Page Hall, room 310G.

General info sessions held the following Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.: April 15; April 29; May 20
Info sessions on laboratory research held the following Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m.: April 9; April 23; May 7; May 28


TELR ACCEPTING RESEARCH ON RESEARCH GRANT PROPOSALS
TELR's Research on Research Grants program encourages unique partnerships between faculty and undergraduate students. TELR is seeking teams to create multimedia projects, with the help of Digital Union resources, based on faculty research needs. Apply now through Monday (4/7). Last year's recipients developed ePortfolios on topics ranging from Amish settlements to supermaps and microbial fuel cells to an assistive walking device. Read more >


CFAES UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH FORUM
Apr 23 2008 1:00PM - 3:30PM
The CFAES Undergraduate Research Forum provides a means for undergraduate students to share their research with members and friends of the OSU community; recognizes the significant contributions to research by OSU undergraduates; and facilitates exchange between students, faculty, and the public. Participation in this event will prepare students for the OSU Denman Undergraduate Research Forum on Wednesday, May 14, 2008.

DAIRY PROGRAM MANAGER, UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES, CENTRAL MARYLAND RESEARCH AND EDUCATIONCENTER - CLARKSVILLE, MD

Exempt, Full-Time Regular Position
Position Number 103044

Central Maryland Research & Education Center Clarksville Facility invites candidates to apply for the position of Dairy Program Manager for a 280 cow unit maintained for conducting research and educational programs. 

Responsibilities:   The manager will work w/ researchers as a technical specialist to facilitate projects at the facility, will perform herd health tests and examinations and supervise dairy staff and student workers.

This position requires knowledge of animal husbandry, crops and cropping systems and the willingness to be a working manager, performing tasks in the daily operations with the facility employees as well as providing supervision and training.

The manager will direct the daily planning and operation of the dairy unit, including:  job assignments; task priority; and interaction with researchers and campus departmental personnel.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the dairy business and human resource functions, including: oversight of budgets to control costs while ensuring that purchases of supplies, equipment and services are made in a timely manner to keep the unit at maximum efficiency; and, supervision of employees, performance reviews and timesheet approval authority.

The manager will be responsible for keeping employees up-to-date on animal health care issues and environmental safety procedures and regulations pertinent to daily operations.

The manager will conduct monthly staff meetings with the facility crew.

The manager will work directly with the Facility Manager on setting and implementing priorities for the dairy.

The manager will assist with planning of labor needed for facility requirements that are not directly dairy-related.

Qualifications:  

Required

Bachelors degree required in animal husbandry, dairy science or related field.

Three years experience working w/ dairy cows desired or an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Successful candidate must have or obtain within six (6) months of employment, A.I. certification.

Knowledge of animal care/handling procedures with ability and desire to work with dairy cows.

An understanding of research protocols/procedures and skills to operate and maintain automated milking systems, research equipment and other agricultural equipment.

Candidate must have sufficient computer knowledge and capabilities to operate computer-supported technical equipment.

Good communication, management and people skills with the ability to handle high-stress situations in a professional manner and to make sound decisions. 

Candidate must have or obtain within six (6) months of employment, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Salary and Benefits:  Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications, with a base salary of $41,728.  The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package.

Applications:  Applicants should send a letter of application, a current (signed) resume, official transcripts, and a list of three professional references, including name, mailing address, telephone number, and Email address. This information should be sent to Connie Surosky at University of Maryland, 11975-A Homewood Road, Ellicott City, MD  21042

Closing Date: Review of application materials will begin on April 25, 2008 and continue until an acceptable candidate is identified. 

Minorities and Women are Strongly Encouraged to Apply The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer 

WORKING WITH CLIENTS FROM DIVERSE CULTURAL BACKGROUNDS Q&A SESSION
Tuesday, April 8th, 6:00pm- Stillman Hall, room 100
If you would like to become more culturally competent in your work with clients then come to Students for Community Cultural Awareness' Q & A session with area agencies who serve clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. The following agencies will answer your questions: Community Refugee and Immigration Services (CRIS), Franklin County Job and Family Services, Economic Community Development Institute, Ohio Hispanic Coalition, and the Somali Women and Children's Alliance. Expertise areas include the Somali, Latino, and Russian populations as well as refugee resettlement, immigrant/refugee eligibility for public assistance, and immigration law. Parking is available in Arps Hall parking garage for the hourly rate. The event is co-sponsored by the OSU College of Social Work.  Social work majors are eligible for course credit for 689 and field placement credit. Free pizza and pop. Open to the Public.