Perse McCrae
Puslinch,ON
Summary
Leader in animal science with extensive experience specializing in strategic planning and project management. Proven expertise in grant proposal development and student mentorship, successfully driving research initiatives and enhancing industry-academic collaborations. Dedicated to advancing research compliance and achieving impactful results across various settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Animal Science Division
Myant Inc.
06.2023 - Current
- Lead strategic research direction in animal science, aligning projects with organizational goals.
- Manage cross-disciplinary teams, and mentor graduate students through industry–academic partnerships.
- Collaborate with faculty, funding agencies, and external stakeholders to support research programs.
Lead Scientist for Research & Development
Myant Inc.
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Oversaw multiple research projects and ensured that deliverables were met on time and within budget.
- Supervised graduate students through Mitacs Accelerate projects, providing mentorship, and research guidance.
- Authored and reviewed technical reports, grant proposals, and regulatory documentation for diverse stakeholders.
Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)
Sul Ross State University
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed and delivered undergraduate and graduate curricula in animal anatomy, physiology, behavior, and rehabilitation.
- Advised graduate students, guided thesis development, and supported scholarship applications.
- Served on institutional committees (ethics, curriculum, diversity), and chaired the IACUC, ensuring compliance.
- Managed funded research projects, including budget oversight, and reporting to sponsors.
Education
Post-doctoral - Animal Biosciences
University of Guelph
Guelph06-2023
Ph.D. - Veterinary Medical Sciences
University of Calgary
Calgary09-2019
Bachelor of Science - Animal Biology
University of Guelph
Guelph05-2015
Skills
- Mentorship and guidance
- Team leadership
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Technical writing
- Data analysis
- Regulatory and research compliance
- Grant proposal development
Accomplishments
- Secured and managed over $400K in competitive research funding (Mitacs, NSERC, industry partnerships).
- Published 20+ peer-reviewed articles and delivered 25+ international conference presentations.
- Mentored 15+ undergraduate and graduate students.
- Chaired an Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and contributed to multiple academic and administrative councils.
- Directed interdisciplinary collaborations that advanced smart textile technologies for human and animal health monitoring.
Timeline
Director, Animal Science Division
Myant Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Lead Scientist for Research & Development
Myant Inc.
06.2021 - 05.2023
Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)
Sul Ross State University
10.2019 - 05.2021
Post-doctoral - Animal Biosciences
University of Guelph
Ph.D. - Veterinary Medical Sciences
University of Calgary
Bachelor of Science - Animal Biology
University of Guelph