Research Coordinator, Ruminant Nutrition

Research Coordinator, Ruminant Nutrition

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Our ruminant nutrition research is centered on addressing the real-world challenges faced by the cattle industry. We are committed to advancing knowledge in efficient, profitable, and sustainable cattle production, conducting innovative research that has a significant impact in Nebraska and beyond.

• Coordinate research at the Eastern Nebraska Research Extension and Education Center (ENREEC) within the beef unit and ruminant nutrition studies. This may include pasture and grazing research and/or coordination of feedlot pen research. Plan and implement graduate student research projects in concert with ruminant nutrition faculty to include weighing, sorting, and allotting of cattle on nutrition experiments.
• Complete collection of experimental data, cattle weights, feed records and all data associated with ruminant nutrition research.
• Assist beef nutrition faculty in the design of nutrition experiments and formulation of experimental rations or supplementation programs.
• Compile, summarize and statistically analyze data from experiments.
• Procure special feed ingredients and supplies.

• Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education.
• Generous retirement plans with university match.

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• Bachelor’s degree in animal science or related field, plus three (3) years of research-related computer and statistical analysis experience, OR
• Master’s degree in animal science or related field, plus one (1) year of research-related computer and statistical analysis experience. Additional relevant education may substitute for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Project management and/or supervisory experience.
• Substantial knowledge of the beef nutrition system and industry.
• Strong organizational, prioritization and computer skills.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driver eligibility criteria.

• Master’s degree in animal science or related field plus animal production experience preferred.

$48,000/year minimum

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Higher Education