Research Internship – MonoGutHealth project

Subject: - Improving the survival and growth of piglets from large litters through nutritional interventions to suckling pigs.

Duration: 3-4 months – tentative starting date in beginning of September 2023 (flexible)

Location: Agroscope, 1725 Posieux, Switzerland.

Weaning is a critical step in pigs’ life. Pigs face multifactorial challenges which lead reduced feed intake, impaired gut development and a high incidence of diarrhoea. We will investigate various sow and piglet nutritional strategies to reduce weaning stress and facilitate the transition from liquid sows’ milk to solid feed. Measurements will include growth, feed intake and feeding behaviour.

Primary Responsibilities:

 Collecting data in the pig unit
o Liveobservationsofpigletbehaviour
o weighing and collecting faecal, blood and milk samples o Following pigs 2 weeks after weaning

•   Compiling data

•   Contributing to reports

•   Participating in internal meetings

  Preferred Qualifications:

•   Interest in animals and animal science

•   Willingness to learn

•   Positive and professional attitude

•   English (proficient)

  Applicant must be currently enrolled in Bachelor or Master degree at higher education institution. Supervisors: Shiv Vasa, Giuseppe Bee
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