Research Specialist II - Animal Reproduction and Livestock Sustainability

Job Title Research Specialist II - Animal Reproduction and Livestock Sustainability

Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department Research Director Programs

Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate

Job Location College Station, Texas

Job Type Staff

Texas A&M Agri Life is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M Agri Life Extension Service
• Texas A&M Agri Life Research
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M Agri Life brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

to learn more about how you can be a part of Agri Life and make a difference in the world!

The joint laboratory of Drs. G. Cliff Lamb and Ky Pohler at Texas A&M Agri Life Research seeks an outstanding, motivated, and organized individual to contribute to research funded in the area of animal reproduction and livestock sustainability. This position will be a 12-month employee with Texas A&M Agri Life Research. Work will be conducted at the Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Center, in campus laboratories, and at research facilities across Texas.

The Research Specialist II will work collaboratively with research staff, post-doctoral scientists, graduate students, and undergraduate students to establish experiments, provide coordination and manage oversight of experiments and research compliance, analyze data and publish results. The individual will have opportunities to contribute to grant applications and help manage research budgets.

• Managing projects including planning, designing and implementing research protocols.
• Manage compliance by writing protocols for animal care and IBC. Ensure protocols are followed and studies are conducted safely and ethically.
• Manage and maintain livestock within research facilities.
• Provides training to users and making sure training is up to date.
• Manages research supply inventory and equipment.
• Assist with billing and budgets for grant proposals and experiments.
• Assist with writing research reports and creating presentations for scientific meetings and stakeholder engagement.
• Assist with collecting and the analysis of data.
• Assist with drafting and editing of manuscripts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Reports directly to Dr. G. Cliff Lamb, College Station, TX.
• Directs the work of research support personnel, including graduate students and undergraduate student workers.

• Master’s degree in Animal Science, Reproductive Physiology, or closely related field. Four years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Reproductive Physiology, or closely related field. Six years of related experience.
• Excellence in verbal and written communication, including a relevant publication record.
• Team-building skills, collaboration capacity, and project management abilities.
• Strong communication skills.
• Highly organized.
• Professional demeanor.
• Ability to multi-task and establish effective working relationships.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Ph.D. in Animal Science, Reproductive Physiology, or closely related field.
• Research experience in reproductive biotechnologies for animals.
• Experience with livestock handling, animal husbandry, and animal care protocols.

• Salary:
  Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
• Additional information about Texas A&M Agri Life Research is available at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• Application Procedure:
  Applicants must upload a cover letter (two-page limit), CV or resume, and three (3) references with contact information. Failure to provide all…