Animal Science Researcher - Morris, MN

Position

WEST CENTRAL RESEARCH AND OUTREACH CENTER

College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS)

Position Title:

Research Pro 2-Animal Science (8352AS)

Appointment Duration: 1.5 years.

Offer Range: $27.25 - $29.00 ($56,680 - $60,320)

Standard

Hours:

100% time, 40 hours per week

The University of Minnesota's West Central Research and Outreach Center (WCROC) is located in Morris, MN and is part of the University of MN College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resources Sciences, providing a tradition of excellence in applied agricultural research and education for farmers and rural communities in crop production, animal sciences, horticulture, water quality, organic and conventional dairy, swine production, and renewable energy.

• (60%) Research Participation and Coordination Support
  • Assist in design, coordination and setup of field monitoring and experiments.
  • Perform regular maintenance on in-field sampling.
  • Independently perform data analysis, record protocols, data, and interpret experimental results.
  • Assist in design of research projects, work independently to collect and process dairy calf and cow samples using established protocols.
• (30%) Dairy Operations Support
  • Work independently to oversee the use of equipment, organizing and cleaning dairy calf and cow space, inventory and ordering supplies.
  • Train personnel on protocols and safety, and grazing and feeding experiments with dairy cattle.
  • Have a working knowledge of precision dairy technologies and maintenance of dairy cattle sensor systems.
  • Perform regular maintenance of precision technologies with the dairy herd.
• (10%) Data Collection
  • Compile data of calf and cattle data from experiments.

• BS/BA in Animal Science or related field plus at least two years of related experience, or a combination of education and relevant work experience to equal at least six years.
• Experience in precision technology related to dairy.
• Knowledge of sensor systems.

• Pay Range: $27.25 - $29.00 per hour (depending on education/qualifications/experience)
• Time Appointment: 100 percent Appointment
• Position Type:
  Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff
• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. This position is not eligible for H‑1B or Green Card sponsorship, and does not offer a STEM OPT training program.