Josh Ellingson

Education:
Master of Science (MS) – *2012, Iowa State University

Major:  Veterinary Microbiology
Research focus:  Development of Novel Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSv) Modified Live Vaccines.

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) – 2011, Iowa State University (ISU)

Honors: Magna Cum Laude, Phi Zeta Gamma Member

Bachelor of Science (BS) – 2007, Iowa State University

Major: Animal Science

Professional Experience:

• Swine Medicine Education Center (SMEC)
  • Staff Veterinarian, 2011 – present.
• Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc. Research and Development
  • Laboratory Assistant, 2006 – 2010.

Professional Affiliations:

• American Veterinary Medical Association Member
• American Association of Swine Veterinarians Member
• Iowa Veterinary Medical Association Member
• Veterinary Licensure and USDA Accreditation in Iowa

Publications (refereed and non-refereed):

• Ellingson, J.S., et. al. Vaccine efficacy of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus chimeras. Vaccine, 28 14 (2010), pp. 2679–2686.
• Ellingson, J.S., Karriker, et. al.  The swine medicine education center – what can it mean to your practice?  Proceedings of the 19th annual Iowa State Swine Disease Conference for Swine Practitioners. Ames, IA. November 11, 2011. pp. 149-151.

Advisory Positions:

• National Pork Board – Swine Health Committee
• Pork Quality Assurance (PQA) Plus Advisor
• Transport Quality Assurance (TQA) Advisor

Leadership Positions / Training:

• Adjunct Instructor, Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine
  • Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine
• Educational Courses Coordinated, 2011 – present.
  • SMEC 480, Swine Production Medicine Clinical Rotation
    • 2 week rotation offered to 4th year veterinary students and veterinarians
    • 48 students trained, across 7 domestic universities
  • SMEC Custom Training
    • Developed and delivered on-farm training opportunities for 17 international veterinarians from 9 countries
    • Developed and delivered electronic training modules for utilization in foreign production systems.

Updated CV 06-Feb-2012