How do I get TN Visa status as an Animal Scientist?

Conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.

• Study nutritional requirements of animals and nutritive values of animal feed materials.
• Write up or orally communicate research findings to the scientific community, producers, and the public.
• Develop improved practices in feeding, housing, sanitation, or parasite and disease control of animals.
• Advise producers about improved products and techniques that could enhance their animal production efforts.
• Conduct research concerning animal nutrition, breeding, or management to improve products or processes.
• Study effects of management practices, processing methods, feed, or environmental conditions on quality and quantity of animal products, such as eggs and milk.
• Research and control animal selection and breeding practices to increase production efficiency and improve animal quality.
• Determine genetic composition of animal populations and heritability of traits, using principles of genetics.
• Crossbreed animals with existing strains or cross strains to obtain new combinations of desirable characteristics.

How do I qualify for TN Visa status as an Animal Scientist?

You might qualify for TN Visa status as an Animal Scientist if you meet the following minimum qualifications:

1. You are a Canadian or Mexican Citizen (Permanent Residents do NOT qualify);
2. You have a job offer from a US employer or are servicing a contract with a US client;
3. You will be performing duties consistent with an Animal Scientist;
4. You have a Baccalaureate or Licenciatura Degree in English; and
5. You can demonstrate that you have non-immigrant intent, in other words, the intent to return to your foreign residence at the end of your temporary employment.

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