Lead Research Associate: Horse/Sheep/Goat Herd Manager

Louisiana State University; United States; Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Retirement plan

Medical insurance options

Supplemental insurances

Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan

University holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Descripción de la vacante

Louisiana State University is seeking a Research Associate Coordinator and Supervisor to manage the Central Research Station Horse and Sheep/Goat Units at LSU AgCenter in Baton Rouge, LA. The role supports teaching, research and extension through animal husbandry, data collection, and farm operations.

The candidate will oversee animal health, records, and budgets, work with faculty and staff, and interact with multiple departments.

Formación

• Requires Baccalaureate and/or Master's degree in Animal Science or closely related field.
• Experience in agricultural research setting dealing with animal production and farming practices is desirable.
• Desire practical experience in managing animal herds and organizing records; computer skills required.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee day-to-day management of horses, goats and sheep.
• Provide animal health care and biosecurity duties.
• Collect research data and maintain production records.
• Maintain animal inventories and related data.
• Manage pasture and farm infrastructure, and equipment maintenance.
• Assist in budget management and supervise two full-time staff plus student workers.
• Coordinate with LSU departments and graduate programs.

Conocimientos

Animal production

Record keeping

Biosecurity

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Educación

Animal Science degree

Master's degree preferred

Descripción del empleo

Louisiana State University is seeking a Research Associate Coordinator and Supervisor to manage the Central Research Station Horse and Sheep/Goat Units at LSU AgCenter in Baton Rouge, LA. The role supports teaching, research and extension through animal husbandry, data collection, and farm operations.

The candidate will oversee animal health, records, and budgets, work with faculty and staff, and interact with multiple departments.