PIC USA, TN

Description of Elective Experience:

Objective:

To expose proactive swine veterinary students to a pioneering genetics company with a focus on the role of the swine veterinarian in a high health breeding stock multiplication system.

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.:

Program Structure:

2 week schedule combining field experience and office experience in a premier swine genetics company.
Potential Training Topics:
- Overview and principles of a breeding stock company
- Basics of the PIC genetic improvement platform
- Overview of the PIC Technical services and Swine Nutrition programs
- Principles of health, biosecurity, and monitoring of a breeding stock multiplication system
- Ante and post mortem swine sample collection and interpretation of diagnostic test results
- Exposure to multiple phases within pig production:
  - Multiplier herds
  - Gene Transfer Centers (Boar Studs)
  - Transport decontamination facilities
  - Harvest Facility
  - Feed mills

Student Responsibilities - what is expected of students in terms of hours, days of the week, shadowing or actual support?:

Criteria:

3rd year veterinary student in North America (US or CA)
Ability to demonstrate their passion to the swine industry, continual learning and excellence
The work week is Monday through Friday, with possible weekend work/travel
How to Apply:
Submit the following to Dr. Jer Geiger by December 31st.
- Letter of Intent
- Resume
- 2 reference letters
Deadlines:
September 1st: Application process opens
December 31st: Deadline for all application materials to be submitted
February 1st: Results communicated to applicants
March 1st: Announcement at AASV and externship dates confirmed
                Hendersonville, TN 37075

                Office Phone: 615-265-2734

Email: jer.geiger@genusplc.com

Contact Information:

                Dr. Jer Geiger

                PIC North America

                100 Bluegrass Commons Blvd, Suite 2200

              Hendersonville TN 37075