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Associate Director Animal Compliance

: Reporting to the University Veterinarian and Associate Vice-Principal ( Animal Care), the Associate Director Animal Compliance provides leadership for the management, support, and assessment of the McGill

Post-Doctoral Researcher

funded project. Qualifications: PhD in relevant biological sciences field of study (neuroscience preferred) Research expertise and hands-on experience with the following: experimental design, nucleic acid

Senior Scientist, Research

, cell-culture, animal models, biological assays such as Western Blot, Flow cytometry-based assays, ELISA and other molecular biology techniques The salary range for this role is CAD$120,000- $150,000

PhD Thesis Topic: Exploring the Neurobiology of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Frontotemporal Dementia

5 Mar 2024 Job Information Organisation/Company Université Laval Research Field Chemistry » Biochemistry Psychological sciences » Psychology Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading

Research Associate Term

are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following skills and experience: •     PhD in biochemistry or neuroscience or molecular biology. •     2 -5 years of Post-doctoral experience

Doctoral student position available in the Sephton laboratory at Université Laval: Investigating lipid metabolism in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

system. The successful candidate will lead a project investigating the cause and impact of this metabolic switch in the brain and spinal cord using animal models and cell-culture models of ALS/FTD

Postdoc position: Tundra vegetation change and implications for wildlife habitats

. Minimum Qualifications A PhD degree in ecology, remote sensing, environmental sciences or a related field Strong quantitative skills including ecological data analysis, statistical analysis and data

A PhD degree in ecology, remote sensing, environmental sciences or a related field Strong quantitative skills including ecological data analysis, statistical analysis and data management Experience in

career researchers, Northern partners and international experts to conduct this research. Minimum Qualifications A PhD degree in ecology, remote sensing, environmental sciences or a related field Strong

Postdoc position: Regeneration of locomotor circuits in salamanders

PROJECT: Salamanders can swim underwater and walk on ground. Their spinal cord regenerates after a full transection and the animal recovers voluntary locomotion after a few weeks. How this occurs is

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Applied Animal Biology (MSc, PhD)

You’re ready to take your work and research with animals to the next level. UBC’s graduate programs in Applied Animal Biology will get you there. This is where your learning will contribute to the growing body of knowledge in the areas of animal physiology, behaviour, welfare, and management of livestock, aquaculture, and wildlife species. It’s work the world needs. And this is the place to start.

PhD:  Applied Animal Biology – Doctor of Philosophy – Postgraduate / Graduate Degree Program – UBC Grad School

Msc:  applied animal biology – master of science – postgraduate / graduate degree program – ubc grad school, what you need to know.

• Why Pursue Graduate Studies in Applied Animal Biology at UBC?
• Program Overview
• Degree Requirements

UBC is uniquely equipped to offer you a rich and well-rounded graduate degree in Applied Animal Biology. After all, we’ve been honing our expertise for over a century: The Faculty of Agriculture (now LFS) was one of UBC’s three founding faculties back in 1915, with Animal Husbandry as one of Agriculture’s first four programs. Still today, our MSc and PhD programs benefit from state-of-the-art on-campus teaching and research facilities, as well as off-campus research facilities like: the UBC Dairy Education and Research Centre in Agassiz; shared research facilities at Fisheries and Oceans Canada at West Vancouver; and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. These collaboration-rich graduate programs connect you with colleagues in other UBC graduate programs such as Zoology, and with experts working with agencies such as Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Canadian Wildlife Service and the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

The Applied Animal Biology program (formerly Animal Science) offers opportunities for advanced study and research on animals under human care.

Students interested in improving the lives of animals have the opportunity to complete a MSc or PhD through the UBC Animal Welfare Program.

Students interested in applied and basic aspects of cattle reproduction and the interrelations between health, behaviour and nutrition are welcome to apply for the MSc and/or PhD in Applied Animal Biology (Animal Reproduction Laboratory).

The UBC Animal Welfare Program is one of the largest and most respected programs in the world in the field of animal welfare science. Since its inception in 1997, the program’s research has led to improvements in the lives of animals in British Columbia and around the world. The mission of the program is to improve the welfare and humane care of animals in agriculture, research, companionship and other areas through active efforts in research, education and public outreach. For additional information view the UBC Animal Welfare website .

Graduate training in applied animal biology normally involves a combination of courses in both basic and applied sciences, with research leading to a thesis or dissertation. Students are expected to publish their research results in relevant leading international refereed journals. Coursework selected in consultation with the student’s supervisory committee includes graduate courses in areas relevant to each student’s research.

Applicants to the Applied Animal Biology graduate programs should have an academic background within the minimum academic requirements listed by the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies .

• Minimum Academic Requirements: Canadian or US Credentials
• Minimum Academic Requirements: International Credentials
• English Proficiency Requirements
• Conditional Admission Program

Master of Science

The MSc program requirements are as follows:

Completion of the MSc program requires a thesis (12 or 18 credits) plus coursework, for a total of 30 credits. With a 12-credit thesis, students can include a maximum of 6 credits of senior undergraduate courses. With an 18-credit thesis, students can include a maximum of 3 credits of senior undergraduate courses.

Students who are planning a professional career will typically enrol in the 12-credit thesis option. The 18-credit value option requires a more intensive research experience and is more appropriate for students considering the PhD program or a research career. The thesis credit decision should be determined in consultation with the student and research advisor at the start of the program.

Additional coursework may be recommended upon consultation with the student’s supervisory committee.

The PhD program requirements are as follows:

• coursework will be selected in consultation with the student’s supervisory committee
• students are required to take a comprehensive examination
• completion of a research thesis demonstrating ability to conduct significant and original scientific research

Coursework is selected in consultation with the student’s supervisory committee, and includes graduate courses in animal science and from other areas relevant to each students research.

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Andrea Frommel

Alexandra Protopopova

Marina von Keyserlingk

Daniel Weary

Ronaldo Cerri

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Dairy Education and Research Centre . This centre is unique in Canada and is one of the largest in the world, providing state-of-the-art research facilities for developing and adapting new technologies relevant to the dairy industry. This facility contains 300 free stalls, a 24-cow milking parlour, office, laboratory and public reception areas. It helps meet the Faculty’s expanding programs in large-animal nutrition, reproduction and behaviour/welfare.

Collaborations

Adjunct Professors & Associates:

• Karen Beucheimen, Research Scientist, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (Lethbridge); Nutrition Adjunct Professor, UBC
• Shabti Bittman, Research Scientist, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (PARC Agassiz) – Agronomy; Adjunct Professor, UBC
• J. E. Elliott, Canadian Wildlife Service
• D. A. Higgs, Fisheries and Oceans Canada
• B. N. McLellan, BC Ministry of Forests
• Anne Marie de Passillé, Research Scientist, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Adjunct Professor, UBC, Animal Welfare and Behaviour
• Jeff Rushen, Research Scientist, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Adjunct Professor, UBC, Animal Welfare and Behaviour
• Doug Veira, Research Scientist, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Kamloops, BC; Adjunct Professor, UBC, Animal Nutrition and Behaviour

The program is enriched through collaboration with colleagues in programs such as Food Science, Human Nutrition, Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Zoology, as well as agencies such as Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Canadian Wildlife Service, the BC SPCA and various provincial government agencies.

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Whether you’ve got questions about your program, your experience or your next steps, Graduate Student Services is here to help. Get in touch.

Where Can a Graduate Degree in Applied Animal Biology Take You?

Graduates of the Applied Animal Biology MSc and PhD have developed careers in areas like:

• academic positions at universities or colleges;
• research positions at universities and government institutions;
• consultant positions;
• veterinary medicine;
• the animal feed manufacturing industry; and
• wildlife rehabilitation.
• Frances Flower  (2006) completed her PhD in Animal Welfare at UBC and was promptly scooped up by Whole Foods to manage the day-to-day operations of the company’s animal welfare program at its Texas headquarters.
• With her PhD in Applied Animal Biology (2012),  Elisabeth Ormandy  founded a policy institute in the UK with the aim of changing the way animals are used in science.

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Postdoctoral research fellow in neuroscience.

• Montréal, Quebec (CA)
• Fully funded competitive salary commensurate with background
• McGill University

Postdoc in Neuroscience at McGill University. Explore neocortical circuits & plasticity with electrophysiology & 2-photon optics. Apply by July 31.

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Faculty All Ranks (Tenure track) Professor in Neurocircuitry of complex behavior

• Université de Montréal offers competitive salaries and a full range of benefits
• Université de Montréal

The Department of neurosciences invites applications from candidates at all career levels who are interested in neurocircuitry related to productio...

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Postdoctoral Fellow on Myelin Regeneration and Rejuvenation Biology

• Edmonton (City), Alberta (CA)
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• University of Alberta

Use emerging single-cell 'omic' technologies and rejuvenation strategies to enhance myelin regeneration

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Postdoctoral Fellow

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• The Hospital for Sick Children - Developmental & Stem Cell Biology Program

Our lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to apply advanced knowledge & skills to generate insights into morphogenesis or transcriptional regulation.

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Looking for a post-doc interested in working at the interface of stem cell biology, developmental biology, synthetic biology and machine learning.

Lecturer in Biochemistry, Definite Term

• Waterloo (Region), Ontario (CA)
• $85,000-$100,000 per year
• University of Waterloo, Department of Chemistry

Lecturer in Biochemistry, Definite Term, Department of Chemistry, University of Waterloo

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Director, Quantum Horizons Alberta - Calgary

• Calgary (Region), Alberta (CA)
• Janet Soles and Associates

The University of Calgary is actively seeking an established research leader to take on the role of Director, Quantum Horizons Alberta – Calgary.

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Development Scientist

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• Canadian Blood Services

Location: Remote with travel to Vancouver, BC Canadian Blood Services is an essential part of the country’s network of healthcare systems. Together...

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Professor of Chemical Engineering - Biomanufacturing

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This position is part of the Department of Chemical Engineering's desire to increase the group of professors working in the fields of biomanufacturing

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Assistant Professor – Probationary (Tenure Track)

• Winnipeg (City), Manitoba (CA)
• Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• University of Manitoba

The Department of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases invites applications for a full-time probationary (tenure-track) Assistant Professor.

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• Post-doctoral researcher

• Toronto (Region), Ontario (CA)
• Dr. Martin Ingelsson

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Assistant Professor in Cancer Biodiagnostics

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• University of Calgary, Cumming School of Medicine

Seeking applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level in the area of Cancer Biodiagnostics.

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Professor in preclinical or translational research in neonatal or pediatric critical care

• Sherbrooke (City), Quebec (CA)
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• Universite de Sherbrooke

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Assistant or Associate Professor in Soil Science

• $125,000-130,000 and 175,000-185,000 per annum, plus benefits
• University of British Columbia - Faculty of Land and Food Systems

The University of British Columbia is seeking applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Soil Science.

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Professor of Chemical Engineering - Agri-food Processing Engineering

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Assistant or Associate Professor - Biochemistry & Medical Genetics (Cancer Biology)

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• Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics, University of Manitoba

The successful candidate will develop a nationally funded research program in Cancer Biology and will teach in the genetics and/or biochemistry.

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CIHR Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Pharmaceutical Policy and Health Services

• Kitchener, Ontario (CA)
• 100,000-125,000
• University of Waterloo - School of Pharmacy

The School of Pharmacy at the University of Waterloo is hiring a T2 Canada Research Chair Assistant/Associate Professor.

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Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Associate (Positions in lung cancer plasticity and drug resistance)

We are seeking individuals with a PhD in life sciences or related field with a background in molecular or cellular biology, cancer biology or genomics

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Professor and Clinical Research Chair in Ketotherapeutics

Université de Sherbrooke (UdeS) invites applications to fill the position of professor and Clinical Research Chair in Kethotherapeutics. This call ...

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• MSc & PhD in Animal Biosciences (Thesis/Research)
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Discover new knowledge and advance animal science.

The MSc and PhD in Animal Biosciences are offered through our Department of Animal Biosciences , a research-intensive department focused on Animal Breeding and Genetics, Animal Nutrition and Metabolism, Animal Physiology, and Animal Behaviour and Welfare. Graduate students can also conduct research as part of three collaborative programs with other departments:  Bioinformatics ,  Neuroscience , and  Toxicology .  

Regardless of your specialization, you will learn through “hands on” experiential research opportunities with your faculty advisor and focus on your species of interest: dairy and beef cattle, laying hens, dogs and cats, zoo animals, horses, or laboratory animals, such as mice and rats.

  Publish research

Students in the MSc and PhD Animal Bioscience programs publish on average one paper per year and present at conferences at least once annually.

  World-class faculty

Tap into the knowledge and expertise of the 25+ faculty in the Department of Animal Biosciences and their associated colleagues in government and industry.

  Expand your network

Join a thriving community of over 130 graduate students from 20+ countries who share similar interests and career goals.

  90% employment rate

Within 6 months of graduating, over 90% of animal bioscience graduate students go on to future training or careers related to their graduate research.

  Access unique facilities

Learn in high-quality research and lab facilities focused on genomics, nutrient analyses, physiology, welfare, meats and microbiology.

  Niche research centres

Gain knowledge and connections from the Campbell Centre for the Study of Animal Welfare , Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock , Aquaculture Centre and Centre for Nutrition Modelling.

• SAMPLE COURSES
• CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Both programs are offered in-person at the Guelph campus. The MSc typically takes two (2) years, while the PhD takes three to four (3-4) years to complete.

• Scientific Communication, Knowledge Dissemination and Professional Development (required) 
• Modelling Metabolic Processes 
• Quantitative Genetics and Animal Models 
• Advanced Animal Nutrition and Metabolism 
• Assessing Animal Welfare in Practice 
• Topics in Animal Biotechnology  
• Topics in Computational Biology and Bioinformatics 

This is just a sample of the course options.  View all Animal Biosciences graduate courses here.

• Geneticist  
• Research associate  
• Scientific director 
• Data scientist  
• Consultant 
• Nutritionist  

Graduates from the Department of Animal Biosciences have careers in diverse fields. We recently conducted a career destination survey of 467 master’s graduates and 161 PhD graduates of the department. View the results here: View the results here:

• Master’s Destinations: Animal Biosciences Fact Sheet (PDF)
• Doctoral Destinations: Animal Biosciences Fact Sheet (PDF)
• MSc students receive a minimum stipend of $20,270 per year*
• PhD students receive a minimum stipend of $ 24,230 per year*

* Minor scholarships ($5,000 or under a year) and TA-ships are not counted as part of this stipend; Further details are available on the Department of Animal Biosciences Stiped Policy webpage. Many animal biosciences graduate students also compete successfully for  University of Guelph scholarships and awards . 

More details on funding your graduate studies are available on the Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies website .

More information on courses and admission requirements can be found here.

Meet Your Profs

We try to understand the biological problem at the cellular level and translate that information to the development of practical applications that could be adopted by the food animal industry in general. It's the combination of a basic science and applied research.

Dr. Eduardo Ribeiro , Faculty Professor, Department of Animal Biosciences Hear more from Dr. Ribeiro

It's the data that makes me excited, but what makes me even more excited is when my graduate students come from trying to understand how to put that in the context of our global understanding about dog and cat nutrition and I see them move into a state of excitement over the data.

Dr. Kate Shoveller , Faculty Professor, Department of Animal Biosciences Hear more from Dr. Shoveller

There is a lot of demand in people with advanced degrees in poultry nutrition. The industry is growing, as you know most people are consuming poultry and poultry will be the most consumed meat in the future. So we really need the scientists to be able to drive that growth in poultry.

Dr. Elijah Kiarie , Faculty Professor, Department of Animal Biosciences Hear more from Dr. Kiarie

The most exciting aspect in my work is to integrate all these new genomic technologies that we have available in order to identify the killer later genes or their functional mutations associated to our economical important traits such as feed efficiency or meat and carcass traits or fertility and reproduction in beef cattle.

Dr. Angela Canovas , Faculty Professor, Department of Animal Biosciences Hear more from Dr. Canovas

One thing I really love about studying cattle is you get to see animals in their environment and then we can take samples and take measurements on these animals and bring it back to the lab and you start to see differences on the tissue and cell level and even down to the gene level.

Dr. Katie Wood , Faculty Professor, Department of Animal Biosciences Hear more from Dr. Wood

What we're really focused on is looking at factors that influence that behaviour and then the management factors that are going to influence the expression of that behaviour so we can make very applied recommendations to producers to optimize the health and production of their cows.

Dr. Trevor DeVries , Faculty Professor, Department of Animal Biosciences Hear more from Dr. DeVries

My research program seeks to understand the underlying physiology of diseases common in horses, and how these diseases can be modified with targeted nutrition, with a focus on cartilage biology.

Dr. Wendy Pearson , Faculty Professor, Department of Animal Biosciences Hear more from Dr. Pearson

How to Apply

As part of the application requirements, you are required to secure a faculty advisor to supervise your program. Our faculty profiles  on the Department of Animal Biosciences website describe research programs in more detail. Contact the faculty member you are interested in working with to discuss potential research opportunities. We recommend connecting via email. 

Admission Requirements - MSc

• An honours baccalaureate, with a minimum average grade of `B' during the last 2 years of full-time equivalent study. For Canadian degrees, we interpret this as the last 20 semester courses, however we do not split a semester and we will not consider any fewer than 16 courses. 

Admissions Requirements - PhD

In general, a minimum average grade of `B' for a completed MSc program plus strong letters of reference are required. Students wishing to be considered for transfer to a PhD program prior to completion of the MSc program must request the transfer before the end of the fourth semester and have an excellent academic record as well as a strong aptitude for research. 

Direct admission to the PhD program may be permitted for applicants who hold a bachelor's degree and have an excellent academic history and strong indications of research potential. 

Application Deadlines

There are no deadlines as applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

We recommend that you apply online at least 3 months before the  start of semester  if you're a Canadian student. If you're an international student, you'll need to allow time for visa approval as well, please apply at least 6 months before the start of semester.

More details on the U of G graduate program application process here.

Helpful Tips for Your Application

• Not sure what your “admission average” is? Here’s more details on how to calculate it: Calculating Your Admission Average | Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies
• International applicants: please  use this guide  to compare your academic credentials and determine the grade equivalency needed. Additional information available on the  International Applicants  page.
• If your first language is not English, you will be required to submit the results of a standardized language test. Please refer to the Office of Graduate Studies website for the required English Language Proficiency acceptable tests and required scores.
• More resources for international applicants are available on the U of G Graduate & Postdoctoral website.

Additional Options

You may also be interested in MSc in Animal Biosciences (Course-based).

For questions on applying and admissions, contact: 

Jake Harwood Department of Animal Biosciences  [email protected]   519-824-4120, Ext. 56215

For questions on graduate program options, contact:

Leigh West Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) [email protected] 519-824-4120 Ext. 52101  

Hear from Animal Biosciences Graduate Students

I think a master’s is a great way to grow and learn so much more than what is being taught in undergrad. While you will acquire theoretical knowledge on your research topic, you will also acquire a lot of practical skills. Regarding doing a PhD, my opinion is slightly different – I think that only people that have a real interest in research should go for it.

Claire Mindus , Graduate Student PhD in Animal Biosciences Hear more from Claire

The idea of finding novel information on a new species that has the potential to increase the aquaculture industry in Ontario and other parts of Canada was very thrilling to me. Especially after learning about the declines in wild populations and the significance of the whitefish to both commercial and Indigenous fisheries.

Rebecca Lawson , Graduate Student Animal Biosciences Hear more from Rebecca

Graduate school has been such a wonderful experience. I have so much more freedom and am able to cater my studies to learn more about the subjects that I am interested in. Classes are much more specific to your program and consist of mostly assignments, presentations and literature reviews. 

Amber Zupan , Graduate Student MSc in Animal Biosciences Hear more from Amber

I have the opportunity to work directly with industry professionals and leaders in genomic research. This access to outstanding resources has allowed me to acquire skills in new technologies and methodologies that are being implemented in the field of Animal Breeding and Genetics. In this highly competitive global marketplace, I know a Ph.D. from the University of Guelph will give me a competitive advantage.

Kristen Alves PhD in Animal Biosciences

Animal and Poultry Science

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Research supervisors

Tuition and funding, admission requirements, application process.

We have both applied and basic research programs for a wide range of topics in animal science and related fields, including the following specializations:

• Sustainable management systems
• Nutrition and metabolism
• Functional foods
• Feed ingredient development
• Grazing and forage systems
• Feed processing
• Digestive, growth, and lactation physiology
• Gastrointestinal microbiology
• Pre and probiotics
• Animal health
• Aboriginal wildlife, land, and resource management
• Human-conflict
• Animal behaviour and welfare
• Aquatic toxicology in northern ecosystems

Our university has excellent animal and feed research facilities including the Rayner Dairy Teaching and Research Facility and the Canadian Feed Research Centre, as well as dairy, beef, poultry, sheep, fish, and animal metabolism units. 

We recommend that you contact the faculty that are doing research in an area that interests you before beginning a formal application.

Deborah Adewole

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Areas of specialization

Nonruminant Nutrition - Strategies to improve gastrointestinal health and alleviate physiological stress, Evaluation of novel feed ingredients

Mika Asai-Coakwell

[email protected] Faculty website

Molecular genetics

Assistant Professor

[email protected] Faculty website

Aboriginal wildlife, land and resource management, youth education, climate change, ecosystem monitoring

Daniel Columbus

[email protected] Faculty website

Swine nutrition, physiology, and metabolism, nutrition and health, early-life nutrition, nutrient utilization

Trever Crowe

Associate dean research and graduate studies for the college of agriculture and bioresources, , mechanical engineering.

[email protected] Faculty website

Livestock transport; Animal welfare; Livestock production

Research interests:

• Livestock transport
• Animal welfare
• Livestock production

Gabriel de Oliveira Ribeiro

[email protected]

Sustainable beef cattle production and nutrition, ruminal fermentation, enteric methane emissions, nutritional strategies to improve health

Natacha Hogan

[email protected] Faculty website

molecular & cellular mechanisms underlying pathological & toxicological effects of contaminant exposure, changes in endocrine & immune function

Herbert (Bart) Lardner

[email protected] Faculty website

beef cattle nutrition, forage and pasture management, management of alternative calving systems, nutrient management in summer and winter grazing

Matthew Links

[email protected] Faculty website

Genomics, Bioinformatics, Microbiome

Timothy McAllister

[email protected]

ruminant nutrition and metabolism, strategies for mitigation of fecal shedding of E. coli O157:H7 by cattle, cereal grains in beef cattle diets

Timothy Mutsvangwa

[email protected] Faculty website

Ruminant nutrition and metabolism, dairy cattle nutrition, improving the efficiency of nitrogen utilization through nitrogen recycling

Rex Newkirk

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Grain sorting; ingredient processing, by-product utilization

Gregory Penner

[email protected] Faculty website

ruminant nutritional physiology, cattle nutrition to enhance health and productivity , gut function

Karen Schwean-Lardner

[email protected] Faculty website

management and nutrition impact on welfare and productivity of commercial poultry species

Andrew Van Kessel

[email protected] Faculty website

nutritional physiology and intestinal microbial ecology, functional foods and feeds, molecular microbial ecology, gnotobiology

Peiqiang Yu

[email protected] Faculty website

ruminant nutrition (dairy and beef), synchrotron applications, feed chemistry, feed processing and treatment, nutrient modeling

Research supervisors are responsible for assisting students with obtaining funding during their program. This may come from scholarships or teaching assistantships, or may come from the supervisors own research grants. When you speak with potential supervisors about the research you would like to do, ask about funding opportunities.

All students registered in thesis-based graduate programs within departments in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources receive a minimum level of funding at the beginning of their programs. Students are also eligible to receive other funding (e.g. scholarships and employment) in addition to these levels.

The minimum funding levels are as follows:

* This is a college-level minimum duration and annual funding level. The department-specific minimum levels may be greater than these. Consult the department websites available here .

Any questions about the minimum levels of funding and durations can be directed to [email protected] .

Graduate students at USask can receive funding from a variety of sources to support their graduate education.

• Scholarships

Thesis or project-based master's program

Graduate students in a thesis or project-based program pay tuition three times a year for as long as they are enrolled in their program.

Doctoral program

Doctoral students pay tuition three times a year for as long as they are enrolled in their program. Both international and domestic PhD students pay the same rate.

Student fees

In addition to tuition above, students also pay fees for programs like health and dental insurance, a bus pass, and other campus services. The amount you need to pay depends on if you are taking classes full time or part time, and if you are on campus or not. The table below assumes you are on campus full-time.

Tuition information is accurate for the current academic year and does not include student fees. For detailed tuition and fees information, visit the official tuition website .

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

• Language Proficiency Requirements:  Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.
• a cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units)
• a four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

• Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.
• Master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline
• a cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. coursework required in master's program)
• Demonstrated ability for independent thought, advanced study, and research

Find a supervisor

Using the list above , find a potential supervisor, read about the work they are currently doing and their past publications. If you think you'd like to work with them, contact them and describe your research interests and past academic experience. If they are accepting students, they will instruct you to begin a formal application.

• Tips for contacting supervisors

Submit an online application

Before beginning your online application, be sure that you have carefully reviewed all program information and admission requirements on this page.

During the application, you'll be asked for:

• Personal information such as your name, address, etc.
• For your letters of recommendation, two of your referees must be academic contacts, and the third may be academic or professional
• Your complete academic history from all previous post-secondary institutions

The application takes about 30 minutes to complete. You may save your application and return to it later.

At the end of the application, you will need to pay a non-refundable $120 application fee. Your application will not be processed until payment is received .

• Begin an application
• Detailed application instructions

Submit required documents

Once you've submitted your online application, you will have access to upload your required documents, and provide the contact information for your references. To do this, go to the "Supplemental Items & Documents" tab in your application, and upload the documents outlined below.

Transcripts

Preliminary Statement of Marks

• Once you have submitted your application for admission and paid the application fee, you will be required to upload unofficial PDF copies of your academic transcript(s) from each post-secondary institution attended. This requirement will appear as Preliminary Statement of Marks or Additional Prelim. Statement under admission requirements on your Application Summary when you  check your application status .
• The uploaded transcript can be an unofficial copy of the transcript issued by the university or college, and must include a grading key/legend.
• All pages of a transcript must be uploaded as a single PDF document.
• Uploaded transcripts will be considered unofficial or preliminary. Official copies of your transcripts will be required only for applicants offered admission. This requirement will appear as Post-secondary Transcript under admission requirements on your Application Summary when you  check your application status .

Uploading documents

Post-secondary Transcripts

If you receive an offer of admission, you will then be required to have your official post-secondary transcripts sent (by mail in a sealed envelope directly from the institution) to the address below. Please do not send official documents until we request them.

College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Room 116 Thorvaldson Building, 110 Science Place  Saskatoon, SK CANADA S7N 5C9

• Transcripts usually indicate the institution’s name, grading scheme (typically on back of transcript), your name, course names, numbers, credits, and the grades you have received. Depending on the country or institution, some features may not be available.
• Transcripts in languages other than English must be accompanied by a certified translation.
• If you are a current University of Saskatchewan student completing your undergraduate program then a letter of completion of degree requirements will be required from your college.

Proof of English language proficiency (if required)

For students who are required to provide proof of English proficiency:

• It is your responsibility to have completed a relevant test with the appropriate score before the application deadline.
• Tests are valid for 24 months after the testing date and must be valid at the beginning of the student's first term of registration in the graduate program.
• Applicants will be required to upload a PDF copy of any required language test score. Uploaded test scores will be considered unofficial or preliminary.

If you receive an Offer of Admission you may be required to have your official language test scores sent to the address below. Please do not send official documents until we request them.

College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Room 116 Thorvaldson Building - 110 Science Place Saskatoon, SK CANADA S7N 5C9

Submit additional documents

• A statement/letter of intent outlining your research interests
• A curriculum vitae or resume
• After you've applied

Department of Animal & Poultry Science 51 Campus Drive University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, SK S7N 5A8

Graduate Chair Dr. Ryan Brook Email: [email protected]

Assistant Graduate Chair Tim Mutsvangwa Email: [email protected]

Graduate Administrator Melissa Zink Email: [email protected]

• Department of Animal & Poultry Science Learn more about the academic unit offering this program
• Program and Course Catalogue To view official admission and program requirements

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Graduate programs

The Department of Animal Science offers graduate instruction leading to MSc and PhD degrees in the fields of animal health, genetics, nutrition, physiology, gut microbiology, meat science and immunology related to livestock and poultry.

In our graduate programs, you can study and research in several disciplines related to animal science. These include nutrition (monogastric and ruminant), physiology (digestive, environmental, reproductive), animal welfare (health, production, behaviour), meat science, food safety and basic sciences (immunology, microbiology, molecular biology). Our main species of interest include cattle (beef and dairy), poultry (chickens, laying hens, turkeys), swine and wildlife (bison).

Some faculty members also have an interest in human disease processes. Our department has a strong emphasis on sustainable agricultural systems and the use of mathematical models to describe these systems.

Learn more about our graduate programs admission requirements and deadlines

Graduate program courses.

• ANSC 7140 Animal Science Seminar
• ANSC 7220 Genetic Principles of Animal Improvement
• ANSC 7360 Advanced Reproductive Physiology, Male
• ANSC 7370 Advanced Reproductive Physiology, Female
• ANSC 7380 Endocrine Control of Animal Metabolism
• ANSC 7390 Advanced Animal Seminar
• ANSC 7400 Quantitative Genetics in Animal Science
• ANSC 7440 Protein Nutrition and Metabolism
• ANSC 7450 Energy and Carbohydrate Nutrition and Metabolism
• ANSC 7460 Lipid Nutrition and Metabolism
• ANSC 7470 Vitamin Nutrition and Metabolism
• ANSC 7480 Mineral and Trace Element Nutrition and Metabolism
• ANSC 7490 Phytochemical Nutrition and Metabolism
• ANSC 7500 Methodology in Agricultural and Food Sciences
• ANSC 7510 Special Topics in Animal Nutrition
• ANSC 7520 Special Topics in Animal Improvement
• ANSC 7530 Special Topics in Animal Physiology
• ANSC 7540 Advanced Applied Animal Nutrition
• ANSC 7550 Special Topics in Animal Behaviour and Welfare
• ANSC 7560 Mathematical Modeling of Agriculture Systems

Course outlines

MSc Program information available in the Academic Calendar

PhD Program information available in the Academic Calendar

Choose your program

Admission to the MSc Program normally requires a BSc (Agriculture) degree with a major in animal science. Students with other degrees (e.g. BSc honours or general in science) may be accepted. Depending on your academic background, a pre-master program or additional courses may be required. A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 in the last two full years of undergraduate study is required. The master programs require a minimum one year of study and research.

The requirements for admission to a PhD Program are either an MSc degree in animal science or equivalent or a BSc (Agriculture) degree or equivalent. In both instances a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.

Before submitting a formal application through the Faculty of Graduate Studies, potential graduate students are required to take the following steps:

Choose a current graduate student position or identify a professor who is working in an area of your interest. Contact the professor directly to discuss the possibility of joining our graduate program. Please provide your Curriculum Vitae, copies of your transcripts and a statement of research interests. Your referees may be contacted by the professor.

Once the professor agrees and you have secured two years of stipend funding either from a scholarship or from the professor's research grants, only then should you apply formally through the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Please keep the professor informed, especially regarding possible start dates, visa requirements, or any logistical issues.

Applications submitted without a confirmed supervisor will not be successful.

MSc coursework and thesis option

A minimum of 9 credit hours of coursework in addition to ANSC 7140 Animal Science Seminar A minimum of 6 credit hours at 700/7000 level in the major subject A minimum of 3 credit hours in an ancillary subject Thesis and oral examination

MSc coursework and comprehensive examination option

A minimum of 30 credit hours in coursework in addition to ANSC 7140 Animal Science Seminar 12-18 credit hours in the major subject at the 700/7000 level 6-12 credit hours in an ancillary subject(s) Comprehensive examination

PhD coursework

ANSC 7390 Advance Animal Science Seminar 6 credit hours at the 700/7000 level beyond the MSc (or its equivalent)--see the MSc program requirements

A grade of at least C+ is required for each course included in MSc or PhD programs. In addition, a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for the total number of courses taken in a program.

Graduate student resources

Student information and forms.

• Graduate Studies supplemental regulations
• Faculty of Graduate Studies forms

Academic Calendar and Catalogue

Graduate student financial resources, registrar's office deadlines, um graduate students' association, faculty of graduate studies.

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