Part-Time Undergraduate Research Assistant-Poultry Science and Nutrition (Boney Lab)

Penn State; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a part-time Undergraduate Research Assistant for the Poultry Science and Nutrition program (Boney Lab). The role involves hands-on work with poultry weighing, sample collection, feed mixing, and data entry, up to 20 hours per week. Prior experience is not required, making it a great entry point for motivated students.

The hourly wage starts at $15 per hour, and applicants should be current undergraduates; inquiries can be directed to Dr. Boney.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student status required.
• No prior research experience required.
• Part-time role up to 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• assist with broiler chick and turkey poultry weighing and placement
• sample collection and sample analysis
• feed mixing
• litter management
• data entry

Education

Undergraduate student

Job description

## Part-Time Undergraduate Research Assistant-Poultry Science and Nutrition (Boney Lab)Applylocations: Penn State University Parktime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000080622# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**Dr. Boney is looking for motivated undergraduate students that have an interest in assisting with applied poultry nutrition and management research projects. Previous experience is not required. Part-time job duties are not to exceed 20 hours per week and include:* assisting with broiler chick and turkey poultry weighing and placement* sample collection, sample analysis* feed mixing* litter management* data entryUndergraduate research assistants will learn the principles of experimental design and applied research in one of the most promising fields of production agriculture. The hourly wage starts at $15 per hour. For questions, please contact Dr. Boney at [e-mail]. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. **EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.