The Senior Research Manager will have primary responsibility for leading and developing a team of research professionals tasked with the execution of research in a multidisciplinary applied swine science program.  The Senior Research Manager will work directly with outside partners, internal stakeholders, and the CISS team to ensure resources are in place to execute high quality research and drive business growth by providing best in class research execution and technical acumen.

The CVS Nutrition Director will be responsible for working with clients to increase their understanding of the effect of diets and nutrition strategies on the health, productivity and well-being of all phases of swine production including sows, replacement gilts, boars, nursery, grower and finisher pigs.   This position provides expertise and guidance on swine feed and nutrition to clients throughout the industry.  The CVS Nutrition Director will also be an advisor and partner to the CISS research team.

Carthage Innovative Swine Solutions offers opportunities for undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers in swine research to participate in commercial sow production in large, modern swine facilities.  Students will be provided the opportunity to work hands-on in commercial research facilities, learning about the overall process of commercial clinical trials and well as internal research and discovery trials.  Students will have the opportunity to learn new skills, enhance knowledge in the research and veterinary fields, practice real-life processes and put skills learned in the classroom into use on a day-to-day basis.

The Health Coordinator Assistant assists the Health Coordinator to oversee the health data for The Carthage System and outside clients. This position will implement the health strategy in the health strategic plan, assist with health break follow ups, biosecurity audits at the truck wash facility, vehicle and equipment inspection, educate vendors on biosecurity, and participate in proactive biosecurity initiatives. This position will report directly to the Health Coordinator.

The Mixed-Animal Veterinarian is responsible for providing practical and scientific services in a small community setting. The clinic services approximately 60% small animal and 40% large animals.  The Mixed-Animal Veterinarian will work in a modern clinic with digital radiology, ultrasound, dental machine, power equine dental float and a full diagnostic lab. The Mixed-Animal Veterinarian will direct a support staff and work closely with local pet rescues and the community.  The Mixed-Animal Veterinarian is also responsible for health ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures and practices.

The Research Associate, working under the direction of the Research Manager, will be responsible for all aspects of data collection required to conduct research trials in commercial swine production facilities.