18-Jul-2019 to 16-Sep-2019 (EST)

Fort Valley, GA, USA

Full Time

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This position is a permanent field-based position to assist Animal Science Researchers with research projects with forage/plant site/plot development and maintenance in greenhouses or in the field, and animal handling, sampling and management as well as laboratory analyses.

Duties and Responsibilities

The primary job duties and responsibilities include:

Assist the Researcher and staff to grow and maintain forages in the greenhouse and field including record keeping, planting seeds, pulling weeds, mowing and collecting Assist the Researcher and staff in organizing efforts of student workers working in the field or Assist Researcher with management and handling/sampling (with training as needed) of research animals (deworming, vaccinating, moving, feeding, and watering); help train students in related proceduresAssist Researcher and staff with laboratory analyses for parasitology and forage research (including nutritional analysis); train students in proceduresCollect and input data, assist with writing results/reports an scientific publicationMake photocopies and assist with development, organization and conducting research presentations and publications

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

Master of Science in Animal, Equine or Veterinary Science, Agriculture, Agricultural Education or other related At least 1 years' experience working with livestock in a research setting (sheep, goats, cattle)Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writingAbility to effectively use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) or similar software

Preferred qualifications include:

Experience with use/maintenance of farm equipment

Working conditions

This position is with living organisms (plants and animals), so weekend work and occasional travel to sites for training or meetings may be required.

The applicant must be able to work in inclement weather outside as well as conduct work while sitting in a climate controlled office using a computer or laboratory using equipment.

Physical requirements

The applicant must be able to lift at least 50 lb, bend, and safely work with goats and sheep (with training provided as needed), and stand and walk for extended periods of time. A valid GA drivers' license and independent reliable transportation is required.

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