Job Title: Research Associate
Status: Part-time
Department: Research Operations
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Director of Research, the Research Associate will play a crucial role in the execution, maintenance, and data collection of our research trials to ensure high-quality and reliable results. This is a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between hands-on fieldwork and clerical data entry and collection.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
This list of essential functions and responsibilities is not all inclusive and maybe expanded to include other duties as management may deem necessary for the needs of the company.
- Daily animal husbandry.
- Daily additional animal care as mandated by the research protocol.
- Assist with the collection of research samples (feed, milk, blood, urine, fecal, ect)
- Prep all trial products/items as assigned by the Director of Research.
- Assist with the movement of cows/calves including pen assignments for trial work.
- Collect, record, and manage trial data accurately and consistently while preserving confidentiality of the data.
- Complete all trial work assignments and clerical work in a timely manner.
- Run errands for farm and trial supplies.
- Complete all shared housekeeping responsibilities.
- Complete all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Animal care mindfulness.
- Good effective communication with team members, vendors, and customers.
- Effective time management skills.
- Manage data integrity and confidentiality.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, strong Excel experience required.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents.
- Ability to write reports and documentation of research trials.
- Creative thinker, motivated, and highly organized.
- Team player with a positive attitude.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
- Two year Technical Degree preferred.
- 3-5 Years of farm experience, not afraid of large farm animals.
- Strong hands-on industrial farm machinery and tools experience.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Spanish knowledge helpful.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand for prolong time, walk and use hands to hold or operate objects, tools or controls. Able to reach with hands and arms, kneel, bend, crouch, climb ladders/stairs and twist body if necessary. Frequent ability to lift up to 50 lbs and up to 75 lbs on occasion. The Research Associate works in the field; therefore, will be exposed to weather, chemicals, or slippery conditions of the work area.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Please describe your animal and farm experience.
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
