Animal Nutritionist

Job Summary:

The Animal Nutritionist is responsible for developing and implementing nutritional programs to promote animal health, productivity, and overall well-being. This role involves analyzing animal diets, formulating feed rations, and advising farmers, veterinarians, or feed manufacturers on proper nutrition practices based on scientific and practical knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Formulate and evaluate animal feed rations to ensure optimal health, growth, and productivity.
• Conduct research and analyze the nutritional content of feed ingredients.
• Advise livestock and poultry farmers on feeding strategies and diet plans.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, farm managers, and feed manufacturers to address nutritional challenges.
• Monitor animal health and performance to assess the effectiveness of feed programs.
• Stay updated with new developments and innovations in animal nutrition science.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and educational materials on animal nutrition.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and food safety standards.
• Support product development for feed companies by testing and improving feed formulas.
• Provide training and guidance to farm staff on feeding management practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, Veterinary Science, or a related field (Master's or Ph.D. preferred).
• Proven experience in animal feed formulation, livestock management, or nutritional consultancy.
• Strong understanding of animal physiology, digestion, and metabolism.
• Proficiency in feed formulation software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with different species (e.g., poultry, cattle, fish, swine, pets).
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.

Key Skills:

• Feed formulation and analysis
• Nutritional evaluation and research
• Livestock management and welfare
• Data interpretation and reporting
• Communication and advisory skills
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations

Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Improvement in animal growth rate and productivity
• Cost-efficiency of feed formulations
• Client or farm satisfaction level
• Compliance with safety and quality standards
• Innovation in feed and supplement development