Research Associate Coordinator and Supervisor (Horse/Sheep/Goat Manager)

Louisiana State University; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical insurance options

Supplemental insurances

Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan

University holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Animal production

Record keeping

Biosecurity

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Education

Animal Science degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Title

Research Associate Coordinator and Supervisor (Horse/Sheep/Goat Manager)

Location

Work Location: Central Research Station, LSU AgCenter, Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Job Description

Provide broad technical research and management support for the LSU AgCenter Central Station Horse and Sheep/Goat Units. Requires knowledge of research procedures and philosophy, and practical application in a field research setting.

Specific responsibilities will include day-to-day management of horses, goats and sheep, which supports teaching, research, and extension functions for the School of Animal Sciences. Duties include animal health care and biosecurity, research data collection, production records, animal inventory maintenance, and related duties. Responsibilities also include pasture management, infrastructure maintenance, farm equipment maintenance and repair, general budget management, and supervision of two full-time employees and numerous part-time student workers. This position reports to the Resident Director of Central Research Station administratively but works closely with faculty and the administrative head of the School of Animal Sciences with respect to teaching, research, and extension programs. This position will also be expected to interact with, assist, and support Animal Science Department graduate students, the AgCenter Institutional Veterinarian, the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine, and with any other departmental personnel conducting research or teaching activities at this location. The successful candidate will also assist in lectures within their area of expertise and oversee laboratories taught at the Horse and Sheep/Goat units.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate and/or Master's degree in Animal Science or closely related field.
• Knowledge and experience in working in an agricultural research setting dealing with animal production and a working knowledge of farming practices, including pesticide applications and operation of farm machine is highly desirable.
• Desire practical experience in managing animal herds (horses, goats, sheep) and organizational skills to maintain records and assist in data collection; computer skills are required.

LSU and the AgCenter are dedicated to fostering an environment where our employees feel appreciated for their skills and individual qualifications. If a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications listed but has other qualifications or substantial experience related to the key responsibilities, we encourage them to apply (per La. RS 42:36).

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

• retirement
• multiple medical insurance options
• supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses)
• university holidays (14 per year)
• generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System
• benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Application Deadline

January 19, 2026 or until suitable candidate is identified.

Background Check

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Work Authorization

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Employer Information

The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 \"on campus\" academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter’s website at www.lsuagcenter.com. The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed [e-mail].

LSU includes institutions, facilities and programs in each of Louisiana’s 64 parishes, and its campuses stretch the length of the state from New Orleans to Shreveport. Each institution plays a vital role in preparing students to incorporate new knowledge and technologies into their daily lives. LSU researchers across Louisiana are working on developing a wide-ranging of innovations to improve quality of life by studying issues such as disease management, advance medical treatments, obesity, coastal protection, hurricane preparedness, energy, natural resource management and agriculture, among others. Louisiana’s Flagship University is a land-, sea- and space-grant institution with academic programs in all areas of science, engineering, humanities, arts and social sciences. The University comprises of nine institutions: Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (\"LSU\"), the premier flagship university for the state, which include the Paul M. Hebert Law Center and the School of Veterinary Medicine Louisiana State University at Alexandria Louisiana State University at Eunice Louisiana State University at Shreveport LSU Health Sciences Center – New Orleans LSU Health Science Center – Shreveport The Health Care Services Division Louisiana State University Agricultural Center Pennington Biomedical Research Center Any other college, university, school, institution, or program now or hereafter under the supervision and management of the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College In implementing its mission, LSU is committed to: Offering a broad array of undergraduate degree programs and extensive graduate research opportunities designed to attract and educate highly qualified undergraduate and graduate students; Employing faculty who are excellent teacher-scholars, nationally competitive in research and creative activities, and who contribute to a world-class knowledge base that is transferable to educational, professional, cultural, and economic enterprises; and Using its extensive resources to solve economic, environmental, and social challenges.