Swine Extension Program Associate

NC State University

Raleigh (NC)

On-site

USD 29,827 - 33,827

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading educational institution in North Carolina is seeking a Swine Extension Program Associate to develop and deliver educational opportunities focused on swine production. The role involves managing outreach communications, and data collection for research projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and experience in swine production. Strong interpersonal skills are essential. This position offers a competitive salary and is primarily a full-time role with occasional evening and weekend duties.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge of the commercial pork industry.

Responsibilities

Process daily requests for educational assistance from stakeholders.
Manage outreach & public communications efforts.
Collect research data and compile summary reports.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Knowledge of pork quality assurance certification

Experience in swine production

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent training/experience

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please attach a Cover Letter, resume/CV, and contact information for at least three (3) professional references.

Job Posting Information

Posting Number: PG194435SP

Internal Recruitment: No

Working Title: Swine Extension Program Associate

Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience ($29,827 - $33,827)

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday / 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (some evenings and weekends required)

Job Location: (not specified)

Department

Animal Science

About the Department

The Department of Animal Science is the largest academic program in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and provides academic instruction to over 750 undergraduate students and 100 graduate students. The Department also is a leader in extension and engagement programs to farmers, allied industry and the public, and conducts internationally recognized research into the nutrition, genetic reproductive, health and well‑being of domesticated animals.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

The North Carolina State University Department of Animal Science is seeking a Swine Extension Program Associate. This position will be primarily responsible for working with NCSU scientists to develop and deliver swine educational opportunities throughout North Carolina and beyond. Specific extension programming efforts include organizing, managing, and assisting with NCSU Swine Innovation Forum, NC Pork Conference, NC State Fair Swine Show, regional swine meetings and the development of electronic educational materials for stakeholders.

This position will lead outreach & producer & public communications efforts, including newsletters, a swine extension website, and social media platforms. The position will generate and collate extension impact data and reports. The position will also assist with the management of applied research projects on both university and industry‑owned pig farms relative to project data collection, validation, summary, and dissemination of reports.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Process daily requests for educational assistance from stakeholders and county staff
Use technology and web-based data systems to complete work assignments
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Complete daily work to meet established deadlines for swine research projects on university and industry‑owned swine farms.
Disseminate program information at Swine Research Forum, NC Pork Conference, Regional Swine Conferences, and NC State Fair.
Collect research data using data management system to maintain, manage, and monitor research project data and compile summary reports based on specific requests
Collect research data, organize and disseminate reports to faculty
Respond to requests from faculty to report factual information and provide verbal and written reports

Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of pork quality assurance certification
Knowledge of the commercial pork industry
Experience in swine production and swine extension programs

Required License or Certification

A valid North Carolina driver’s license is required to be obtained and maintained within 60 days of hire date.

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date: 01/28/2025

Earliest Close Date: 10/22/2025 (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

Notice to Applicants

Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.

Special Instructions

Please attach a Cover Letter, resume/CV, and contact information for at least three (3) professional references.

Position Details

Position Number: 00108134

Position Type: SHRA

Position Classification Band Title: University Program Associate

Position Classification Band Level: Contributing

Position Classification Salary Range: $35,589 - $64,499

Salary Grade Equivalency: GN05

Alternate Option: If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): .75

Appointment: 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Mandatory - Medical Emergencies

Time Limited Position: No

EEO Statement

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you learn of this opportunity?
- NCSU Website
- NCSU Executive Search Services
- Monster.com
- CareerBuilder.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Other Online Job Board
- Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
- Job / Career Fair
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- HERC
- Professional Journal
- Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
- Professional Organization
- Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
- NCSU Employee Referral
- Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
- Other
If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.
- (Open Ended Question)
* Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the University Program Associate position.
- High school diploma/GED and at least 4 years of related experience
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in any field
- Combination of post‑high school education and experience in a related area to equal at least 4 years (ex: Associate's degree and 2 years of experience)
- Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and related experience to equal at least 8 years (ex. 1 year of high school and 7 years of experience)
- None of the above
* A valid North Carolina driver's license is required. Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a North Carolina driver's license within 60 days of hire?
- Yes
- No