Eric Oppong
Ames
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Teaching Assistant
Iowa State University
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Managed and coordinated swine feeding trials, including protocol development, setup, monitoring, and data reporting.
- Conducted research in nursery pig nutrition, nutrient digestibility, and applied statistics.
- Supported researchers and trial teams in trial execution and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and animal care policies.
- Animal Science Department, Cargill project, supervised by Dr. Laura Greiner, Dr. John Patience.
Supervisor
Nkumsah Poultry and Pig Farms
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Supervised pig and poultry feed manufacturing operations.
- Managed feed formulation and ingredient procurement.
- Maintained records on farm activities and dispatched receipts to customers.
- Enforced hygienic practices and ensured animal welfare.
Supervisor
RAQ Pig Farms
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Oversaw operations at the piggery, ensuring all pigs were healthy and well cared for.
- Maintained accurate records of piggery operations.
- Ensured cleanliness and compliance with animal welfare standards.
Assistant Civic Education Officer
National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE)
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Presentation and leadership role.
Intern
Business Advisory Centre (Municipal)
01.2017
- Advised agribusiness operators on best practices.
- Registered trainees after training sessions.
- Assisted resource persons during training.
- Supported training of agribusiness operators.
Timeline
Research and Teaching Assistant
Iowa State University
01.2024 - 01.2026
Assistant Civic Education Officer
National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE)
01.2022 - 01.2024
Supervisor
RAQ Pig Farms
01.2019 - 01.2022
Intern
Business Advisory Centre (Municipal)
01.2017
Supervisor
Nkumsah Poultry and Pig Farms
01.2012 - 01.2016