Animal Scientists: 
Conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.
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About the Job
| Primary Industry | Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources |
| Indiana Average Salary | |
| Average Time to Fill | 64 days |
| Typical Education | Bachelor's degree |
| Typical Experience | Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years |
| Current Openings | |
| 2 Year Projected Openings (2016-2018) | 27 |
| 2 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2018) | 3.45 % |
| 10 Year Projected Openings (2016-2026) | 117 |
| 10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2026) | 3.54 % |
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Skills Profile
Essential (Soft) Skills
Essential Skills to Employers
Critical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Information Gathering
Decision-making
Problem-solving
Integrity
Written Communication
Numerical and Arithmetic Application
Professionalism
Creativity
Oral Communication
Work Ethic
Leadership
Attention to Detail
Information Gathering
Decision-making
Problem-solving
Integrity
Written Communication
Numerical and Arithmetic Application
Professionalism
Creativity
Oral Communication
Work Ethic
Leadership
Top Job Duties and Responsibilities
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Breed animals to propagate stock or to develop new type
Inseminate animals using Artificial Insemination (AI)
Perform animal euthanasia
Follow safety procedures and regulations in scientific or laboratory environments
Control animal and plant diseases through sanitation, cleanliness, and management procedures
Determine desired breeding methods and timetable
Identify animal disease or parasites
Identify insect disease or parasites
Handle infectious materials safely according to procedures
Solve animal breeding problems
Inseminate animals using Artificial Insemination (AI)
Perform animal euthanasia
Follow safety procedures and regulations in scientific or laboratory environments
Control animal and plant diseases through sanitation, cleanliness, and management procedures
Determine desired breeding methods and timetable
Identify animal disease or parasites
Identify insect disease or parasites
Handle infectious materials safely according to procedures
Solve animal breeding problems
Getting Information
Study development of microscopic organisms
Conduct genetic research
Conduct biological research
Conduct vivisection for scientific research
Research livestock management methods
Study animal development
Study plant development
Collect scientific or technical data
Conduct laboratory research or experiments
Conduct field research
Collect statistical data
Research human or animal disease or parasites
Conduct genetic research
Conduct biological research
Conduct vivisection for scientific research
Research livestock management methods
Study animal development
Study plant development
Collect scientific or technical data
Conduct laboratory research or experiments
Conduct field research
Collect statistical data
Research human or animal disease or parasites
Analyzing Data or Information
Analyze organic compounds
Examine biological material specimens
Conduct standardized qualitative laboratory analyses
Perform biological testing
Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products
Analyze scientific or investigative findings
Conduct standardized quantitative laboratory analyses
Identify problems using mathematical or statistical methods
Perform statistical analysis or modeling
Interpret animal habits, behaviors, or needs
Determine nutritional needs or diet restrictions
Examine biological material specimens
Conduct standardized qualitative laboratory analyses
Perform biological testing
Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products
Analyze scientific or investigative findings
Conduct standardized quantitative laboratory analyses
Identify problems using mathematical or statistical methods
Perform statistical analysis or modeling
Interpret animal habits, behaviors, or needs
Determine nutritional needs or diet restrictions
Thinking Creatively
Write research or project grant proposals
Write business project or bid proposals
Develop new products based on scientific research
Develop scientific hypotheses, theories, or laws
Develop simple informational data repositories or databases
Develop complex computer databases
Develop agricultural methods
Create mathematical or statistical diagrams, charts, or tables
Write business project or bid proposals
Develop new products based on scientific research
Develop scientific hypotheses, theories, or laws
Develop simple informational data repositories or databases
Develop complex computer databases
Develop agricultural methods
Create mathematical or statistical diagrams, charts, or tables
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Select animals for specialized training or programs
Select animals to be bred
Classify plants, animals, or other natural phenomena
Identify animal or insect species
Identify characteristics of livestock, domestic animals, and other animals
Select animals to be bred
Classify plants, animals, or other natural phenomena
Identify animal or insect species
Identify characteristics of livestock, domestic animals, and other animals
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Direct scientific research or investigative studies
Manage laboratory environment or facility
Direct implementation of new procedures, policies, or programs
Manage wildlife populations
Manage laboratory environment or facility
Direct implementation of new procedures, policies, or programs
Manage wildlife populations
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