Beef Cattle Research Technician

Auburn University; Shorter (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The E. V. Smith Research Center in Shorter, Alabama is seeking candidates for Agriculture Technician positions to perform basic level farm and technical research tasks related to beef cattle in support of ongoing research activities.

Responsibilities include general farm duties, day-to-day animal care, cleaning enclosures, assisting with breeding procedures, and maintaining research data. Substitute education for experience is allowed, and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with farm operations and cattle husbandry is preferred.
• Substitution of education for experience is allowed per policy.

Responsibilities

• General farm and cattle duties.
• Provide food and water for animals daily.
• Clean animal enclosures and facilities.
• Assist with breeding procedures and maintain research data.
• Observe animals and report health or welfare concerns.
• Perform maintenance on equipment, buildings, and fences.
• Operate equipment such as tractors and feed mixers.
• Duties may involve inclement weather and holidays/weekends.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year of farming experience

4 years of farming experience

6 years of farming experience

Job description

The E. V. Smith Research Center in Shorter, Alabama is seeking candidates for Agriculture Technician positions to perform basic level farm and technical research tasks related to beef cattle in support of ongoing research activities.

Responsibilities include general farm duties, day-to-day animal care, cleaning enclosures, assisting with breeding procedures, and maintaining research data. Substitute education for experience is allowed, and a valid driver's license is required.