Equine Care & Research Assistant II

University of Florida; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida's Equine Science Center, within the Department of Animal Sciences, seeks an Agricultural Assistant II to support horse care, assist with research data collection, and maintain records.

This role involves facility and equipment maintenance, assisting with animal care per guidelines, supervising student labor as needed, and contributing to ongoing research projects. The position is full-time and outdoors in variable weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with record keeping on horses, personnel and equipment.
• Perform maintenance on grounds, buildings and fences; maintain farm equipment and vehicles.
• Operate equipment for feeding, mowing pastures, spreading manure and hay production; drive state vehicle as needed.
• Assist with care and management of horses following animal care guidelines.
• Assist with research projects including animal care, data collection and records management.
• Assist with facility construction and farm improvements.
• Supervise student labor as needed.

Skills

Horse-handling

Herd health

Social media content

Record keeping

Operate farm equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Florida's Equine Science Center, within the Department of Animal Sciences, seeks an Agricultural Assistant II to support horse care, assist with research data collection, and maintain records.

This role involves facility and equipment maintenance, assisting with animal care per guidelines, supervising student labor as needed, and contributing to ongoing research projects. The position is full-time and outdoors in variable weather conditions.