Research Farm Assistant: Cattle & Sheep Operations

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Research Farm Assistant at the Jackson Agricultural Research Station. The role involves assisting with beef cattle and sheep operations, animal care, and data collection in a research setting.

The position is a 40-hour per week temporary role reporting to the Station Manager, with duties across farm, equipment, and field operations. The role may require travel to other OSU locations and a background check may be conducted.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• 50% Reporting to the Manager of The Ohio State University’s Jackson Agricultural Research Station, assists with farm operations related to beef cattle and sheep production; performs animal operations specific to beef cattle and sheep production (feeding, calving, moving animals in working facilities and pastures, and other operations in a research environment).
• 40% Assists with animal health care, manure handling and application to fields. Assists with loading and transporting animals to other OSU campuses and market destinations with truck and trailer. Assists with general operations including grounds maintenance, facilities and machinery maintenance. Operates tractors, mowers of various sizes, hay harvesting and other farm equipment. Cleans, repairs, and adjusts equipment and work areas.
• 10% Assists with recording data and collecting samples. May be required to perform similar duties at other OSU locations. Other duties as assigned. Works adjusted schedule according to operational needs.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Ohio State University is seeking a Research Farm Assistant at the Jackson Agricultural Research Station. The role involves assisting with beef cattle and sheep operations, animal care, and data collection in a research setting.

The position is a 40-hour per week temporary role reporting to the Station Manager, with duties across farm, equipment, and field operations. The role may require travel to other OSU locations and a background check may be conducted.