Scientist, Reproduction Reproductive Systems Senior Manager

Smithfield Foods•Princeton, MO

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide enterprise-level scientific and operational leadership for the evaluation, deployment, and continuous optimization of advanced reproductive, genetic, and production technologies across company pig production systems. This role serves as a strategic thought leader, technical authority, and people leader, driving measurable improvements in reproductive efficiency. You will lead teams and translate research, field trials, and emerging technologies into scalable, compliant, and economically impactful production systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Animal Science with a focus in reproduction or related field and 8+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
Candidates with a Master’s degree in animal science with a focus in reproduction or related field from an accredited four-year college or university and 6+ years of relevant experience will be considered qualified.
Candidates with a Ph.D. in animal science with a focus in reproduction or related field from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience will be considered qualified.
2+ years demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership.
Strong working knowledge of reproductive technologies and commercialization of new reproductive technologies.
Proven expertise in breeding strategies, semen collection/processing, semen quality assessment, and performance optimization.
Experience using statistical analysis and production data to drive decision making and continuous improvement.
Demonstrated ability to translate scientific data into operationally practical SOPs.
Demonstrated ability to align scientific initiatives with business strategies.
Proven ability to lead multi-site operations and geographically dispersed teams.
Must have valid State driver’s license with acceptable driving record per company policy.

Responsibilities

Provide scientific leadership and strategic direction for reproductive systems, breeding programs, semen quality, and genetic efficiency initiatives across assigned operations.
Serve as subject matter expert for reproductive technologies, boar stud operations, and related data systems.
Lead enterprise-level evaluation, validation, and implementation of new reproductive technologies, software platforms, and automation solutions.
Translate research findings and field trial data into standardized, scalable production protocols that drive continuous improvement.
Champion innovation, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance productivity, animal health, sustainability, and cost efficiency.
Direct data analytics initiatives using production metrics to assess performance, identify gaps, and guide decision-making.
Take an active leadership role in the Smithfield Injury Prevention System (SIPS), promoting a proactive safety culture.
Audit, assess, and continuously improve compliance practices, ensuring consistency across sites.
Provide leadership oversight for multiple production sites, ensuring alignment with corporate production, financial, biosecurity, and animal welfare standards.
Directly lead, coach, and mentor Farm Managers and Boar Stud Managers across multiple company locations.
Guide semen quality evaluation programs and oversight of laboratory procedures and personnel.