Research Specialist in Agriculture

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\r\n\t**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.\r\n\r\n\tCollege of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences\r\n\tDepartment of Animal Sciences\r\n\r\n\tResearch Specialist in Agriculture\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tWE TRANSFORM LIVES.\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tEverything we do is designed to improve the quality of life of the people in the state of Illinois, across the nation, and around the world. We discover, develop, translate, and disseminate knowledge to address societal concerns and train the next generation of experts and leaders in a way that empowers them to expand the boundaries of science to higher levels of understanding and influence.\r\n\r\n\t  \r\n\r\n\tBe a part of our story.\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tThe Department of Animal Sciences operates our animal farms, laboratories, Feed Technology Center, meat and egg sales room, and other facilities to give students working experience in the field and to advance basic discovery and applied production research. Our farms operate on 1,100 acres, housing beef and dairy cattle, poultry, sheep, swine, and horses, and turning grain and forage into feed and bedding for our animals. And our facilities don t stop at the boundary of our Urbana campus; we maintain and study herds at research and Extension centers throughout Illinois. \r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tThe Dixon Springs Agricultural Center (DSAC) is located in the southern part of Illinois near Simpson. The station operates on approximately 580 acres of university-owned property, and about 4,200 acres under special use permit with the U.S. Forest Service. The Department of Animal Sciences manages approximately 900 beef cows and their offspring that are involved in research in genetics associated with feed efficiency, reproduction, and nutrition. The facilities at DSAC are also used for teaching activities, including training of undergraduate summer interns and graduate students. The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Extension also houses a Livestock Extension Educator at DSAC and conducts numerous extension programs each year.\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tThe **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. For more information, visit ****DESCRIPTION SUMMARIZING POSITION:\r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\tFull time 100% position will work closely with faculty conducting hands-on research, coordinating animal teaching, and facilitating extension activities at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center in Simpson, IL.\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tSPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILIIES \r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tFacilitate research, educational, and extension activities and needs of faculty, graduate students, and others at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tMaintain and support research protocol standards to assure quality animal care compliance procedures.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tCollect, analyze, evaluate, and summarize empirical data including formulation of recommendations and implementation of improvements and planning to facilitate programmatic goals.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tDesign, develop, implement, integrate, and maintain research data collection systems for the unit.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tProvide on-site management and supervision of the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center in Simpson, IL.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tEstablish written research targets, develop Standard Operating Procedures, and to enforce consistent research methodology associated with the unit.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tAid with on-going teaching and/or training in any areas of human resources, environmental management, animal-care, safety, etc. which effect the on-going regulatory requirements of the unit.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tProvide  day to day supervision of animal care personnel including non-academic staff\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tEstablish and maintain professional standards for facility appearance. Assist with supervision of maintenance of facilities to ensure competence and integrity of research efforts.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tCoordinate and facilitate procurement of commodities and resources necessary for optimal operations and maintenance of Dixon Springs Agricultural Center facilities.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tMaintain fiscal responsibility at the facility including management of facility expenses, development of budgets and reports, recovery of teaching and research costs, and maintenance of accounting records for budgetary and compliance purposes.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\tOther duties as assigned to enhance the mission of the department.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tSome work will be required during evenings and/or weekends.  When working, the employee may be exposed to a variety of environmental factors to include, but not limited to, hot or cold weather, exposure to noise and allergens, and uneven ground.  In performing the functions of this position, the employee may be subjected to various mental and physical demands as well to include, but not limited to, independently traveling to and performing work at different locations, lifting and moving items that may frequently weigh up to fifty (50) pounds and occasionally weigh up to seventy-five (75) pounds, and twisting, pushing and pulling movements. More detailed information regarding the functions of this position (including the physical, mental and environmental requirements of the position) may be obtained from Human Resources for the Department of Animal Sciences by contacting ****.   \r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tPOSITION REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tEducation\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tRequired:  B.S. degree in Animal Sciences or a related field.\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tPreferred: M.S. degree in Animal Sciences or a related field.\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tExperience\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tRequired: Must have hands-on experience working with beef cattle.  The successful candidate must have computer experience in record keeping and the ability to interpret research protocols and make modifications, with input from the faculty coordinator.\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tPreferred: Previous experience in managing a beef cattle operation and operation of farm machinery and equipment. Knowledge of and experience working with specific beef herd management computerized tools. Ability and proficiency in artificial insemination techniques to breed cows and heifers. Willingness to learn ultrasound operation for pregnancy diagnosis.\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tMust be detail oriented, organized and able to address multiple deadlines simultaneously.  Must have the ability to interpret and implement research protocols and understand statistical design.  The successful candidate must be capable of working compatibly with other employees and staff.  Successful applicants must also be able to, not only work well with others, but also communicate well, both in written and oral formats, with faculty, administrators, veterinarians, students, staff, and farm visitors.\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tSALARY AND APPOINTMENT DETAILS: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.  This is a full time, 100% professional appointment.\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tPROPOSED STARTING DATE: As soon as possible after the close of the search \r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\tAPPLICATION PROCEDURES: Please create your candidate profile at ****cover letter, resume, and contact information of three professional references by April 1, 2022. However, the search will continue until a suitable candidate is found. All requested information must be submitted via the online system for your application to be considered.  For further information please contact Jonathon Mosley, Department of Animal Sciences, ****  .\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Convictions are not a bar to employment. As a qualifying federal contractor, the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility. The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.\r\n\r\n\t \r\n\r\n\t**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. faculty, staff and students are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable University processes.\r\n\r\n\t \r\n,

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