Methane Reduction Lab Specialist | Animal Science

University of California - Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Davis is seeking a dedicated research specialist to support Dr. Ermias Kebreab's program in Animal Science, focusing on feed additives and microbiome strategies to lower enteric methane emissions.

The role involves laboratory analyses, data integrity, and collaboration across researchers and staff. You will conduct fatty acid and proximate analyses, manage datasets, and train team members while contributing to publications and presentations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (M.S.) or equivalent in Animal Science, Animal Biology, Biological Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, or related field; must be completed by start date.
• Demonstrated laboratory research experience in animal, agricultural, or environmental sciences; ability to manage datasets with high accuracy.
• Excellent written, analytical, and oral communication skills; knowledge of lab safety and good laboratory practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical, scientific, and analytical support for research on feed additives and microbiome engineering to reduce cattle methane emissions.
• Independently conduct and oversee laboratory analyses of biological samples; maintain records and data integrity.
• Train students and staff in laboratory procedures and analytical methods; contribute to publications, reports, and presentations.

Skills

Written communication

Analytical skills

Oral communication

Microsoft Office

Data analysis software

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Fatty acid analysis

Job description

University of California, Davis is seeking a dedicated research specialist to support Dr. Ermias Kebreab's program in Animal Science, focusing on feed additives and microbiome strategies to lower enteric methane emissions.

The role involves laboratory analyses, data integrity, and collaboration across researchers and staff. You will conduct fatty acid and proximate analyses, manage datasets, and train team members while contributing to publications and presentations.