United States
Sector
Keyword
Dairy Scientist, Dairy Technologist
Minimum ? Preferably Master?s degree in Dairy Technology
Not required
The tasks a Dairy Scientist is expected to perform include:Conducting research in selection, breeding, feeding and management of dairy cattle
Studying feed requirements of dairy animals
Studying nutritive value of feed materials
Conducting experiments to determine effects of different kinds of feed, and environmental conditions on quantity, quality and nutritive value of milk produced
Developing improved practices in care and management of dairy herds
Studying physiology of reproduction and lactation
Conducting breeding programmes to improve dairy breeds
Skilled in research and development, especially related to dairy activities
Knowledge of characteristics of different animals, their feed requirement, etc.Proficient in handling large amount of data
Knowledge of computer programmes and data analysis techniques
Aware of similar research work done in the past
Ability to incorporate the research work of other scientists in their own work
Efficient in presenting the results of their work
Proficient in English language
Knowledge of scientific rules and methods to solve problems
Knowledge of animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies and the environment
Knowledge of the science and composition of milk and dairy products
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Will be updated
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Team player
Analytic thinker
Hardworking and persistent
Result-oriented
Self-motivated
Good communication skills
Observant
Dependable
Persistent
It is a field job
Work from home is not applicable
Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available
May require supervising a team
Local travelling may be part of the job
Working hours
Working hours are 9 hours every day for 6 days a week
Overtime may be involved
Shift system is not available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?Yes
This job is not considered hazardous or dangerous
Health risks include exposure to pesticides, chemicals, contaminants, dust, manure, etc.Occupational hazards include injury to body while using sharp tools, other laboratory equipment, etc.
For freshers - INR 10,000 to INR 15,000 per month(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Overview of Dairy Sector in India
The Indian dairy sector is the largest contributor to the agriculture gross domestic product (GDP). The primarily output of this industry is milk which is now the single largest agricultural commodity in India. The dairy industry in India is currently estimated to be about 130 million tons and is expected to grow at 4-5% per annum. The projected value of the industry is about 500,000 crore. Dairy sector is further expected to grow faster and generate more employment in the near future.
Adoption of the latest and advanced technology in dairy technology can provide better quality, nutrition and more employment opportunities. As the awareness about the importance of research and development is growing so are the opportunities in various research fields. The Dairy Scientists are employed by various organisations and the demand for such professionals is expectedto grow in the future.
NGO?s
Government research institutes
Private research initiatives
Dairy product companies
Job openings are in Tier I and Tier II cities
