Part-Time Dairy Nutrition Research Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent university is seeking an undergraduate student for a part-time research support position in dairy nutrition. Responsibilities include assisting in research trials, sample collection, and processing, with flexible hours up to 24 per week. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and capable of working independently, with preferred experience in livestock. This role is vital for supporting ongoing research efforts and provides valuable experience in a laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student; experience with cattle or other livestock preferred but not required.
• Detail-oriented, motivated, capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

• Weigh cattle refusal feed, collect feed samples, and assist graduate students in their research trials.
• Assist with sample processing in the lab and help run various sample analyses.
• General care and cleaning of the lab and research areas.
• Provide assistance during sampling that can occur at any hour.

Job description

A prominent university is seeking an undergraduate student for a part-time research support position in dairy nutrition. Responsibilities include assisting in research trials, sample collection, and processing, with flexible hours up to 24 per week. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and capable of working independently, with preferred experience in livestock. This role is vital for supporting ongoing research efforts and provides valuable experience in a laboratory setting.