Equine Research Scientist

Equine Research Scientist

The Equine Research Scientist leads and advances strategic equine research projects that support innovation, growth, and customer engagement for the equine business.

Based at 4-Square Ranch in River Falls, Wisconsin, this role designs and executes high-quality research, translates scientific findings into actionable insights, and partners cross-functionally to deliver value to internal stakeholders and VIP customers.

The position also includes active engagement as a Brand Advocate with customers and industry partners, ensuring research excellence, scientific credibility, and alignment with enterprise priorities.

You must live in the River Falls, WI area or be willing to relocate.

Equine Research: Lead and conduct equine research projects as aligned with consumer-led Innovation Roadmap


* Lead exercise physiology, digestive physiology and breeding/growth related equine research to drive innovation engine and new product development.


* Write protocols, conduct trials, manage and analyze data, write final reports, and communicate results to cross‑functional stakeholders, including Retail Research Director, Equine Research Manager, Research Scientists, Technical Sales Team, Marketing Team, Sales, Customers, Consumers and others.


* Collaborate with formulation and research scientists to complete exceptional cross-collaborative research across Animal Nutrition and Winfield United


* Participate in Microbiome Platform work - developing rations for horses, reviewing and writing MQ reports and consulting with customers.


* Develop relationships and execute research with external partners including Universities, Vendors, and Customers as needed


* Remain up-to-date on emerging technologies to support go-to-market strategy


* Active participation and leadership in industry associations.


* Publish abstracts and full papers related to scientific research on a 1-2 year cycle

4-Square VIP, Customer Engagement & Brand Advocate :


* Support VIP initiatives, give scientific talks, help host on-site engagements


* Partner cross-functionally to strengthen customer and consumer retail experience, leading to brand loyalty and product sales through the 4-Square experience.

VIP customers include veterinarians, equine influencers, retail channel partners (dealers, farm and ranch, online) and horse owners.


* Brand Representation: Act as a proud ambassador for the Purina brand and 4 Square Ranch, consistently upholding our reputation for excellence and delivering a superior customer journey.


* Professional Demeanor: Maintain a consistently courteous, professional, and composed presence, even in fast-paced or challenging situations.

Personal Leadership & Development:


* Conduct work in alignment with enterprise and R&D team practices and goals


* Foster a culture that prioritizes Land O' Lakes values and expectations across all R&D and partner functions/departments


* Engage...