Graduate Research Assistant - FSPD

Angelo State University; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Angelo State University in San Angelo, TX seeks a dedicated individual to assist in the ASU Food Safety and Product Development Laboratory, performing harvesting, processing, packaging, and sanitization within a meat processing facility.

The role supports undergraduate laboratories and Ag-related events, with potential travel and weekend work. Must have reliable transportation to the campus at 7945 Grape Creek Rd, San Angelo, TX 76901, and pass a driver background check if required.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to the MS Animal Science (thesis) program.
• Must provide own transportation to 7945 Grape Creek Rd, San Angelo, TX 76901.
• Applicant may be required to travel, and must be able to pass a driver background check.
• Position may require working outside of traditional work hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations at the ASU Food Safety and Product Development Laboratory, including harvesting, processing, packaging, and sanitization.
• Assist with preparation of undergraduate laboratories and with Ag-related events.
• Perform other duties related to a meat processing facility.

Education

MS Animal Science (thesis) program admission

Job description

Perform tasks in a professional and safety-oriented manner.
Assist in daily operations at the ASU Food Safety and Product Development Laboratory. Duties include harvesting, processing, packaging, sanitization, and other duties related to a meat processing facility.
Assist with preparation of undergraduate laboratories, and with Ag-related events.
Perform other duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Must be admitted to the M.S. Animal Science (thesis) program.
Must provide own transportation to 7945 Grape Creek Rd, San Angelo, TX 76901.
Applicant may be required to travel, and must be able to pass a driver background check.
Position may require working outside of traditional work hours, including weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience preferred, but not required.

Physical Demands

This is a physically demanding position in a meat processing facility. Most duties will be performed in a refrigerated environment and require safety work wear (coat, boots, gloves, hair-nets). Work wear is provided.

Salary $15,435.00/yr

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at [phone] or email us at [e-mail] .

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter