Dairy Environmental Field Specialist

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Cornell University’s PRO-DAIRY Dairy Environmental Systems Technician will support applied research and extension projects in dairy environmental management. You will conduct field and laboratory studies on manure handling, monitor emissions, and evaluate soil and water conservation practices, working with Animal Science faculty and farm partners on NY dairy operations.

The role requires thorough data recording, SOP adherence, safety, and frequent fieldwork across NY farms, with a full-time

Aufgaben

• Conduct laboratory and field research to evaluate manure management and treatment systems, monitor greenhouse gases and other emissions from dairy facilities, assess cow barn environments, analyze manure characteristics, and assess the design and implementation of soil and water conservation practices.
• Develop and maintain detailed research records, follow standard operating procedures, and prioritize safety.
• Clean and maintain field and laboratory research equipment and workspaces.
• Summarize and report research data, contribute to published reports, and support extension and outreach activities and materials.
• Conduct extensive fieldwork on dairy farms, working directly with and around dairy cattle and manure handling and treatment systems, and communicating with dairy farmers, their key advisors, and the public.

Jobbeschreibung

Cornell University’s PRO-DAIRY Dairy Environmental Systems Technician will support applied research and extension projects in dairy environmental management. You will conduct field and laboratory studies on manure handling, monitor emissions, and evaluate soil and water conservation practices, working with Animal Science faculty and farm partners on NY dairy operations.

The role requires thorough data recording, SOP adherence, safety, and frequent fieldwork across NY farms, with a full-time