Associate Director of Biosecurity

We have a unique opportunity to join our dynamic team of veterinarians and bovine enthusiasts in Shawano, WI! PEAK, a part of URUS, develops and produces elite bovine genetics and industry-leading reproductive products through genetic programs, production, and research and development. We pride ourselves in providing best-in-class animal care and comfort while continuously striving for excellence using data to prove our outcomes and drive decisions to meet our goals.  

The Associate Director of Biosecurity is an integral part of PEAK’s Biosecurity team, and the role reports to the PEAK Director of Global Biosecurity, a division of PEAK Production. A candidate with a strong interest in calves and herd health may have specific opportunities and responsibilities within the PEAK Biosecurity team to assist and oversee the health of calves at partner locations within the PEAK Genetics program.

Join our team and play a key role supporting PEAK production locations across North America!

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PEAK Production Managers to maintain the health and productivity of all animals
• Provide clinical veterinary services as needed at the Shawano, WI bull facilities, including calves on site, and communicate with appropriate staff and PEAK partners
• Work with the PEAK team to support, critique and analyze all programs and procedures involved with animal care, housing, nutrition and production
• Seek out and stay up to date on new research, technologies, programs, processes and procedures in all aspects of livestock health, nutrition and reproductive performance
• Monitor compliance of biosecurity protocols, including disease testing and surveillance plans, for all PEAK partner locations to protect the safety of PEAK cattle and expedite delivery of genetic products to the marketplace. Update these protocols as needed
• Promote and adhere to safety in the workplace including participation in required training assignments 
• Abide by all PEAK policies and procedures relevant to this position. 
• Maintain effective biosecurity protocols that adhere to national and international regulations for continued export and sale of products   
• A willingness to learn and interact effectively within PEAK and across URUS companies 
• Support the PEAK Genetics program, including PEAK partner herds, grower locations and donor sites to establish and monitor health, growth, and performance of PEAK cattle 

Education, Skills & Competencies

• DVM degree with license in Wisconsin with USDA type II accreditation 
• Valid driver’s license
• Understanding of cattle genetics and the cattle industry
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Self-starting and self-motivated person
• Team player with ability to work effectively across multiple teams
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills along with strong work ethic
• Willingness to travel 
• Minimum of 2 years-experience in private practice or regulatory work is recommended to apply; will consider strong applicants with less experience 

Benefits

• Health, disability, and liability insurance – including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD
• 401k – company match
• 12-week, 100% paid maternity and paternity leave 
• Responsible time off policy 
• Continuing Education – time and expenses covered

PEAK is the source of superior genetics to the URUS brands and the world. PEAK develops and produces elite bovine genetics and industry-leading reproductive products through genetic programs, production, and research and development. PEAK people are in multiple countries and locations and have an extensive level of expertise, including genetics, operations, research, and data management.

PEAK has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS.  Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.