Agricultural/Food Scientist II
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What you'll do
- Analyze samples using, but not limited to, enzyme-linked immunosorbant assay (ELISA), gas chromatography (GC), starch and fiber (NDF/ADF), and other analyses related to feed, forage, ruminal fermentation parameters, and blood metabolites and hormones.
- Provide results to faculty and make recommendations for modifying the analysis process.
- Oversees processes for maintaining current and accurate records and data.
- Provides technical assistance for planning, conducting, and publishing research projects.
- Responsible for maintaining safe lab practices and maintaining all laboratory equipment.
- Function as lab safety officer and ensure that staff are well trained to adhere to safety requirements.
- Teaches incoming team members how to properly use equipment.
- Collaborate with Animal Science faculty on collection of data related to their research and extension programs on improving beef cattle nutrition, production efficiency, management techniques, and health.
- Oversee all laboratory and field data collection and analyses of all beef production related research, and to provide oversight of the animal laboratory.
- Training and assisting, post-doctoral research associates, graduate and undergraduate students with data collection and analyses, supervising hourly labor and collaborating with other scientists and faculty will be expected.
- Receive, schedule, and process outside laboratory work timely and efficiently to make maximal use of recourses.
- Maintain detailed records and generate statements, laboratory reports and invoices for analytical services.
What they're looking for
- Doctoral degree in agricultural science, biology, or a closely related field; or a master’s degree in agricultural science, biology, or a closely related field and one year of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in agricultural science, biology, or a closely related field and three years of relevant experience.
Nice to have
- Four-year college degree (B.S.) or MS Animal Sciences or a related field with experience or appropriate training in laboratory procedures (GLP) or 6-8 years equivalent training.
- Cattle handling ability a plus but not required.
- Willingness to learn and discover, and creativity will be highly regarded.
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Full description from employer
| Classification Title: |
Agricultural/Food Scientist II |
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| Classification Minimum Requirements: |
Doctoral degree in agricultural science, biology, or a closely related field; or a master’s degree in agricultural science, biology, or a closely related field and one year of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in agricultural science, biology, or a closely related field and three years of relevant experience. |
| Job Description: |
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| Expected Salary: | $53,000; commensurate with education and experience |
| Required Qualifications: |
Doctoral degree in agricultural science, biology, or a closely related field; or a master’s degree in agricultural science, biology, or a closely related field and one year of relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in agricultural science, biology, or a closely related field and three years of relevant experience. |
| Preferred: |
Four-year college degree (B.S.) or MS Animal Sciences or a related field with experience or appropriate training in laboratory procedures (GLP) or 6-8 years equivalent training. Cattle handling ability a plus but not required. Willingness to learn and discover, and creativity will be highly regarded. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. |
| Health Assessment Required: | Yes |
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